Jimmy Lai spent decades criticizing China’s rulers. He faces up to life in prison after a court found him guilty of national security crimes.
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To China, Jimmy Lai Was an Arch Villain. To His Supporters, He Was Their Hope.
Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong publisher and democracy campaigner, was convicted of national security charges in a city where even minor dissent is now whispered.
Jimmy Lai’s Life, in Photos and Video
He attributed his rags-to-riches ascent to the freedoms of Hong Kong, and has paid a hefty price for defending them.
Hong Kong Court to Give Verdict on Media Mogul Who Took on China
Jimmy Lai, the publisher of a popular tabloid, has spent years fighting the landmark national security case brought over his support of the city’s now vanquished pro-democracy movement.
Hong Kong Court to Give Verdict on Media Mogul Who Took on China
Jimmy Lai, the publisher of a popular tabloid, has spent years fighting the landmark national security case brought over his support of the city’s now vanquished pro-democracy movement.
Israeli Ban on Media Entering Gaza Remains, as Legal Challenge Is Delayed
Israel’s top court gave the government further reprieve on a long-stalled petition seeking free access to Gaza. Critics say barring journalists denies the world a full picture of conditions there.
Orban’s ‘Propaganda State’ in Hungary Is Starting to Show Cracks
The Hungarian leader has secured power by keeping control over the news media. Now, a political opponent is starting to show the limits of his tactics.
Orban’s ‘Propaganda State’ in Hungary Is Starting to Show Cracks
The Hungarian leader has secured power by keeping control over the news media. Now, a political opponent is starting to show the limits of his tactics.
Athens Democracy Forum: ‘The Mother of All Battles?’ Information Integrity
The Nobel Prize winner Maria Ressa told attendees at the Athens Democracy Forum that holding fast to “truth” was critical in restoring democracy.
Journalist Mario Guevara Is Deported After Being Held Over 100 Days
The Salvadoran journalist was arrested in June while covering a “No Kings” protest outside Atlanta. Those charges were dropped, his lawyers said.