Hong Kong: pro-democracy ex-magnate Jimmy Lai wins appeal against fraud conviction
Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy ex-magnate from Hong Kong, has successfully won an appeal against a fraud conviction, although he remains sentenced to 20 years in prison for sedition.
Surprising Decision: The Conviction of Democracy Activist Is Nullified
A Hong Kong court unexpectedly overturned the fraud conviction of democracy activist Jimmy Lai, who is still serving a 20-year sentence for other charges.
Court Overturns Fraud Conviction of Apple Daily Founder; Continued Detention for National Security Law Violations
A Hong Kong court has overturned the fraud conviction of Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai, but he remains detained under the National Security Law sentencing.
Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction quashed but he remains in jail
Jimmy Lai, a British pro-democracy campaigner, has had his fraud conviction overturned but continues to serve a 20-year sentence for national security offenses in Hong Kong.
In Hong Kong, democracy activist Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction overturned, still serving another sentence
Hong Kong's appeal court has overturned the fraud conviction of media mogul and democracy activist Jimmy Lai, but he remains imprisoned for other charges.
Hong Kong Court Overturns Nearly Six-Year Sentence for Jimmy Lai, but He Remains in Prison
A Hong Kong court has overturned a nearly six-year prison sentence for pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai while he remains incarcerated on other charges.
Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai won an appeal in a fraud case
Jimmy Lai, the founder of the now-defunct newspaper 'Apple Daily', achieved an unexpected victory in his fraud appeal amidst ongoing legal troubles related to national security charges.
Jimmy Lai has been vindicated
A Hong Kong appeal court has overturned a fraud conviction against media mogul and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.
Thursday, February 26: This Happened Last Night
A summary of significant events including the overturning of Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction in Hong Kong, the shooting of four in Cuba, Norway's defense ambitions, and Russian attacks on Ukraine.
Hong Kong Court Cancelled One of the Sentences of Media Magnate Lai
A Hong Kong court has annulled one of the sentences against media tycoon Jimmy Lai, amid ongoing legal challenges against him.
Hong Kong Court Overturns Fraud Conviction of Jimmy Lai
The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has overturned media tycoon Jimmy Lai's conviction and sentence for fraud, allowing him to appeal his case.
Hong Kong Court Upholds Jimmy Lai's Appeal – Overturns Fraud Conviction
A Hong Kong court has upheld an appeal by media mogul Jimmy Lai, overturning his previous conviction for fraud.
Breaking: Pro-democracy Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai's fraud offence overturned
The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has overturned Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction, allowing him to avoid a previous five-year and nine-month jail sentence.
Court of Appeal overturns fraud conviction against Jimmy Lai
A Hong Kong court of appeal has overturned a lower court's conviction against media mogul and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, impacting both the conviction and sentencing for fraud.
A speedy pardon in the Jimmy Lai case is unlikely
The prospects for a swift pardon for Jimmy Lai appear dim as international advocacy for his release continues amidst ongoing legal complexities.
Jimmy Lai is risking everything for democracy. We can't ignore what China is doing
The article discusses the sentencing of Hong Kong dissident Jimmy Lai, emphasizing the stakes for democracy in China amidst his punishment.
This Bookseller Doesn't Read the Books She Sells – Hongkongers are Now Protecting Themselves in Many Ways
A Hong Kong bookseller, Leticia Wong, shares insights on the risks of running an independent bookstore amidst increasing governmental scrutiny in the city, specifically regarding the sale of a book about democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.
Western media criticism of the Jimmy Lai case verdict needs a fact check
The article argues that criticisms from Western media regarding the Jimmy Lai verdict are based on differing standards and perceived hypocrisy.
This man received 20 years. Few noticed it.
Media attention was elsewhere when a harsh sentence was imposed on the publisher Jimmy Lai, who received 20 years in prison as China betrays its promises to Hong Kong.
Perspective: The billionaire dared to defy China and now pays for it with his life
A Hong Kong media tycoon and democracy activist, Jimmy Lai, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison under China's national security law, effectively sealing his fate as he may die in prison due to his age and deteriorating health.
Chinese Dissident and Catholic Activist Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
Jimmy Lai, a Catholic human rights activist, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong under national security charges.
Czech Republic supports EU's call for the release of Hong Kong democratic activist Lai
The Czech Republic is backing the European Union's request for the release of Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai.
Hong Kong’s once-vibrant press stays silent or celebrates Jimmy Lai’s 20-year jail sentence
Hong Kong media reactions to Jimmy Lai's 20-year jail sentence vary from silence to celebration amidst a crackdown on dissent.
China rejects global criticism over sentencing of media magnate Jimmy Lai
China has dismissed international criticism regarding the sentencing of Jimmy Lai, with various countries, including the US, UK, and Australia, condemning the verdict as unjust.
China Silences the 'Troublemaker' from Hong Kong, Hoping the Message Will Spread Further
Media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, alongside his editors, highlighting Hong Kong's strict enforcement of Beijing's policies against dissent.
Collusion is a serious offence. Let Jimmy Lai’s case be an example
The opinion piece argues that Jimmy Lai's 20-year sentence for collusion should be seen as a necessary enforcement of national security laws rather than a punishment for his beliefs.
John Ivison: Lai sentence a test for Carney’s new trade deal with China
The sentencing of Jimmy Lai by a Hong Kong court poses a significant challenge to Canada’s new trade approach with China, testing the balance between justice and trade relations.
Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years... International community says 'unjust verdict, must be released'
Jimmy Lai, a prominent figure in Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for violating the national security law, prompting widespread international condemnation of the ruling as unjust.
The Chinese Revenge: 20 Years for Jimmy Lai. 'Like a Life Sentence'
A Hong Kong court sentenced media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison, prompting international outrage given his age and health conditions.
Hong Kong leader celebrates Jimmy Lai's sentence - as plan to enhance security law published
The Hong Kong leader praised the 20-year prison sentence of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, coinciding with a new Chinese announcement to strengthen the national security law.
'Effective Life Sentence': Jimmy Lai's Sons Hold a Press Conference, UK and US Condemn the Verdict
The sons of Jimmy Lai criticized his 20-year prison sentence as essentially a life sentence and received international condemnation for the ruling.
Hong Kong court sentences one of the main critics of the Chinese government to 20 years in prison
A Hong Kong court sentenced pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison, marking the harshest penalty under the controversial national security law.
A verdict and punishment that follow the model of the Beijing dictatorship against dissent
Jimmy Lai, founder of Apple Daily, was sentenced to 20 years in prison in a move that deepens China's crackdown on dissent and press freedom.
Hong Kong is China’s internal matter – analyst on Jimmy Lai sentencing
The sentencing of Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison by Hong Kong's High Court highlights differing perspectives on the case between Western governments and Chinese officials, who view it as an internal matter.
Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai's jailing sparks outcry
Jimmy Lai, a prominent Hong Kong media tycoon, has been jailed, prompting widespread public and international outcry.
Rubio blasts China over 'unjust and tragic' 20-year sentence for Hong Kong democracy activist Jimmy Lai
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned China's 20-year prison sentence for Hong Kong democracy activist Jimmy Lai, calling it 'unjust and tragic' and urging the Chinese government to allow humanitarian parole.
Michael Higgins: Jimmy Lai shows the cost of Carney’s devil’s bargain with China
The article discusses the implications of Canada's trade relationship with China, as illustrated by the harsh imprisonment of Jimmy Lai, and questions the values Prime Minister Mark Carney is willing to compromise.
Terrible, unjust, and tragic; see reactions to the conviction of a pro-democracy symbol in Hong Kong
The United States, European Union, United Kingdom, and Canada condemned the 20-year prison sentence given to pro-democracy media magnate Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong.
Media mogul is likely to spend the rest of his life in captivity
Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy billionaire and media owner, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being convicted of illegal cooperation with foreign powers.
Media mogul will likely spend the rest of his life in captivity
Pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being found guilty of illegally colluding with foreign powers, marking a significant blow to press freedom in Hong Kong.
Jimmy Lai: will Hong Kong media tycoon die in jail? – The Latest
Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media mogul, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong, raising concerns over his health and the implications for free speech in the region.
Canada ‘disappointed’ over Jimmy Lai’s 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong
Canada expresses disappointment after pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai receives a 20-year prison sentence under Hong Kong's national security law.
Hong Kong: the conviction of pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai is "unjust and tragic," according to Washington
The United States has condemned the sentencing of Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai, calling it "unjust and tragic" and urged Chinese authorities to release him on humanitarian grounds.
Rubio on Lai verdict: Unfair
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticizes the verdict against Jimmy Lai as unfair and tragic, following his sentencing to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong: Pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison
Pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong, highlighting the ongoing crackdown on dissent in the region.
UK, UN and EU deplore ‘monumental injustice’ of Jimmy Lai’s 20-year jail sentence
The UK, UN, EU, and various rights groups have condemned the 20-year prison sentence given to pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, asserting that it stems from politically motivated charges.
UK opens doors to more Hong Kong migrants
The UK has announced a new pathway for thousands of Hong Kong migrants, allowing adult children of British National (Overseas) status holders to apply for their residency independently.
‘Father of the Hong Kong democracy movement’ Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison… "Effectively a death sentence"
Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai was sentenced to 20 years in prison for breaching the national security law, which local and international groups deem an effective death sentence due to his age.
China: Once upon a time, there was a cosmopolitan, vibrant metropolis called: Hong Kong
The article discusses the decline of Hong Kong from a vibrant, free metropolis to a city under political repression, highlighted by the imprisonment of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai.
Hong Kong: 20 Years in Prison for Democracy Activist Jimmy Lai
Democracy activist Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong under the controversial national security law, marking a significant legal development in the region.