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China's national day is met with early scuffles in Hong Kong, where pro-democracy protesters are set upon by people wielding umbrellas. IMAGES
A Swiss photographer who closed a door on a Chinese mainlander moments before he was assaulted during last year's Hong Kong protests was on Friday found not guilty of aiding the attack. He says this outcome is "absolutely right" and is "very happy" with the court's decision. SOUNDBITE
Several thousand demonstrators march in Hong Kong -- defying authorities a year after huge pro-democracy protests erupted -- as the movement struggles in the face of arrests, coronavirus bans on crowds and a looming national security law. IMAGES
Hong Kong's legislature votes for a Beijing-backed law banning insults to China's national anthem, a move critics say further stifles dissent in the restless semi-autonomous financial hub. IMAGES
President Trump is "displeased" with China over its proposed crackdown in Hong Kong, says Kayleigh McEnany the White House spokeswoman. It's "hard to see how Hong Kong can remain a financial hub if China takes over," McEnany tells a White House briefing, saying the warning comes directly from Trump. SOUNDBITE
Police fire tear gas to disperse a crowd of pro-democracy protesters. Hong Kong has been hit by a fresh round of demonstrations after China proposed new security law feared to halt the freedoms enjoyed by the city. IMAGES
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