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Hong Kong Democracy Activist Charged Along with the Cops Caught Beating Him on Video
The violent beating of the unarmed, handcuffed activist shocked the public when video of the incident was covered by local media last year.
Hong Kong Defies China and Votes Against Beijing-Backed 'Sham Democracy'
After months of protests, 28 lawmakers voted against the contentious proposals while eight came out in favor. Many of the lawmakers walked out of the chamber before hand, blaming a "communication gap."
Hong Kong Braces for Fresh Protests as Electoral Reform Vote Looms
Lawmakers will begin debate and vote on proposed legislative reforms, which would see candidates for the Chief Executive position vetted by a Beijing selection committee.
38 Arrested In Hong Kong Rallying Against Chinese Shoppers
Dozens of demonstrators were arrested over the weekend in the latest pushback against Chinese influence on local trading.
Clashes Erupt During Hong Kong Protests Over 'Parallel Trading' With Mainland China
Locals upset over traders buying untaxed goods in Hong Kong to resell in mainland China took to the streets Sunday despite the recent government crackdown on protests.
Hong Kong Silenced
VICE News returns to Hong Kong to witness the final days of pro-democracy demonstrations which came to be known as the Umbrella Revolution.
The End of the Umbrella Revolution: Hong Kong Silenced (Trailer)
Coming soon: VICE News returned to Hong Kong near the end of 2014 to check in on protesters, and witnessed the final days of the Umbrella Movement’s pro-democracy demonstrations.
Hong Kong Leader Warns Concessions Could Lead to 'Anarchy,' as Scuffles Break Out in Parliament
In his first policy address of 2015, Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying also suggested that a revised school curriculum could help Hong Kong students regain their interest in China.
Pro-Democracy Hong Kong Media Mogul Targeted by Firebombing
Next Media Ltd. tycoon Jimmy Lai is a champion of press freedom who has been outspokenly critical of China and supportive of the city's pro-democracy Occupy Central protests.
Video Shows Hong Kong Riot Police Pummeling Protesters With Batons
Violent clashes with police erupted after thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators surrounded government buildings in Hong Kong on Sunday night.