Politics
Chinese state media suggested that Messi’s action could be “politically motivated” and aimed at “embarrassing” Hong Kong after he played three days later in Japan.
Featured
When asked by the Chinese crew to blur them out, Brendan Kavanagh argued that he has the right to film in public, adding that they are in a “free country” and not “communist China”.
Impact
Here’s to more LGBTQ wins in 2024.
Featured
Take a look back at some of the biggest stories that you may have missed in September 2023.
Activism
Take a break with some good news from around the world.
Impact
The move comes after Jimmy Sham, a pro-democracy activist, sued the government for not recognizing same-sex marriage.
Featured
The deaths of many celebrities have sparked a conversation about mental health. Here’s what you need to know.
Featured
Lee is perhaps best known for voicing Mulan in the Taiwanese version of the Disney animation film and singing its theme song, “Reflection”.
Impact
Bao Choy was found guilty of “making false statements” to access a public database for a piece critical of Hong Kong police.
Activism
For decades, Hong Kong had been one of the only places in China where the events could be remembered publicly with a candlelight vigil.
Activism
Chow Hang-tung, Tang Ngok-kwan and Tsui Hon-kwong were leaders of a now disbanded group that organized the annual vigil marking China’s bloody crackdown.
Women
Abby Choi was believed to be killed because “someone was dissatisfied with how she handled her assets”.