Hong Kong passes second national security law

The Hong Kong government has fast-tracked and passed Article 23, the city's controversial new homegrown security law. CNN's Kristie Lu Stout reports.

Hong Kong adopts contentious law giving government more power to quash dissent

Hong Kong legislators unanimously passed a new national security law on Tuesday, introducing penalties such as life imprisonment for crimes related to treason and insurrection, and up to 20 years in jail for the theft of state secrets.

Hong Kong lawmakers rush through 'draconian' bill that imposes life sentences for 'traitors' and 'public enemies' after top mainland China officials pressured the city-state to fast-track the changes to protect 'core national interests'

Lawmakers in the Legislative Council of Hong Kong today passed the domestic national security bill at a special meeting held today, just 11 days after it was published by the government

Students stand up against child labor in Hong Kong

Young people worldwide are speaking out on #MyFreedomDay, as CNN's Kristie Lu Stout speaks to students in Hong Kong about combating child labor.

The world's coolest streets in 2024 ranked by Time Out: A thoroughfare in Melbourne takes the crown, Hong Kong is second and a road in Austin snares bronze (while the UK can only manage 17th)

The ranking highlights some of the world's 'must-see streets, roads, avenues, plazas and boulevards'. It is based on the thoughts and expertise of Time Out's global editorial team.

Dior cancels catwalk show due to take place next month at Hong Kong's old Kai Tak airport in fresh blow for city as it struggles to re-establish its presence in the luxury scene

The luxury event had been arranged for March 23, but was 'indefinitely postponed' and no specific reason has been provided for this decision by the French fashion house.

Slashing migration would 'leave Britons more than £1,100 a year better off' after Home Office figures reached record high

New analysis by the Growth Commission suggests reducing annual net migration could improve living standards in the country.

Hong Kong's M+ adds to the city's cultural capital

Julia Chatterley speaks to Suhanya Raffel, the museum director of M+ in Hong Kong.

ANDREW NEIL: A tsunami of cheap goods from China is about to slash inflation. It's a chance to supercharge our economy - if only our ruling elite had the wit to see it

Europe will this year be deluged with Chinese electric vehicles. German and French carmakers are already up in arms. They simply cannot compete.

I was a REAL Hong Kong expat: From huge swingers' parties in five-star hotels to spoilt, overprivileged women using sex to fight boredom - the toxic dynamics of Nicole Kidman's hit show ring all too true, says SUSANNAH JOWITT

The series follows a close-knit expatriate community, where affluence is celebrated, friendships are intense but short-lived and personal lives are played out publicly.

I was a REAL Hong Kong expat: From huge swingers' parties in five-star hotels to spoilt, overprivileged women using sex to fight boredom - the toxic dynamics of Nicole Kidman's hit show ring all too true, says SUSANNAH JOWITT

The series follows a close-knit expatriate community, where affluence is celebrated, friendships are intense but short-lived and personal lives are played out publicly.

I was a REAL Hong Kong expat and, from swingers in five-star hotels to spoilt, overprivileged women using sex to stave off boredom, the toxic dynamics of Nicole Kidman's new Amazon hit ring all too true, says SUSANNAH JOWITT

The series follows a close-knit expatriate community, where affluence is celebrated, friendships are intense but short-lived and personal lives are played out publicly.

Hands off, Javier! Lord Cameron warns Argentina's new president Milei against trying to claim Falkland Islands and says sovereignty is 'not up for discussion' after eccentric leader says the UK should hand it over like Hong Kong

The Foreign Secretary arrived in the Atlantic archipelago today in a high-profile demonstration that they are a 'valued part of the British family' 42 years after the two countries went to war.

I married the boy I fell for on vacation in Mexico when I was 14 - a Facebook message brought us back together after 12 years apart

A woman has married her childhood sweetheart 12 years after they met in a hotel lobby aged just 14, while on holiday with their families.

Lionel Messi is abused by Chinese football fans who taunt him over the FALKLANDS after the Argentinian didn't play in Inter Miami's Hong Kong exhibition match

Lionel Messi has become the victim of online trolls over the Falklands war, claiming he is a thief, after having to sit out of a match

Lionel Messi gets some Argie-bargie from Chinese football fans who taunt him over the FALKLANDS after he didn't play in Inter Miami's Hong Kong exhibition match

Lionel Messi has become the victim of online trolls over the Falklands war, claiming he is a thief, after having to sit out of a match

These four signs are set to be lucky in love in the 'passionate' year of the Dragon... so does YOURS make the list?

Speaking to FEMAIL, astrologist Letao Wang - who is based in Hong Kong - revealed which four will be lucky in love in 2024, and how they can make the best of it.

Daredevil stunts and elaborate costumes: Inside the competitive world of lion dancing

Originating in southern China during the Tang dynasty, lion dances are an ubiquitous sight during the Lunar New Year, performed to scare away evil spirits and ensure good fortune. But in many parts of Asia, the ancient art goes beyond tradition....

What does the year of the Dragon mean for YOU? Chinese astrology expert reveals what each sign can expect in 2024 - as millions prepare to bring in Lunar New Year

Speaking to FEMAIL, astrologist Letao Wang - who is based in Hong Kong - revealed which signs can expect good tidings, and which may want to brace themselves for impact.

The Royal Navy could not defend Britain today, let alone retake the Falklands. All we can do is pray that Putin or Milei leaves us alone, writes PROFESSOR SAUL DAVID

At the naval review for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Royal Navy mustered 170 ships, including 21 battleships and 56 cruisers. But the Queen was Victoria, not Elizabeth, and the year was 1897.

The Royal Navy could not defend Britain today, let alone retake the Falkands. All we can do is pray that Putin or Milei leaves us alone, writes PROFESSOR SAUL DAVID

At the naval review for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Royal Navy mustered 170 ships, including 21 battleships and 56 cruisers. But the Queen was Victoria, not Elizabeth, and the year was 1897.