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Universities on shutdown in Hong Kong as foreign students are encouraged to leave over violent protests
It follows five months of unrest from pro-democracy protesters.
Students armed with petrol bombs - and bows and arrows - clash with police overnight in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s underground subway system was closed amid further violence overnight.
Man set on fire and protester shot by Hong Kong police as demonstrations continue
Another demonstrator died in the city on Friday as protests continue.
Subway, shops vandalised in Hong Kong as experts warn independent review of police force needed
Hong Kong asked international experts to assist in reviewing the force’s response to protests.
US and EU warn of 'danger of Russia and China' on Berlin Wall anniversary
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the West “can never take … things for granted”.
Italy legend Cannavaro severely reprimanded in China
The World Cup winner has been criticised for his ‘weak ability to rectify mistakes’.
Chinese news agency slams ‘barbaric’ attack on its Hong Kong office by protesters
More protests were being planned in seven districts today.
Yaya Toure sent off after 10 seconds in China
The former Barcelona and Manchester City midfielder lashed out as Qingdao went on the attack.
US ‘launches review of popular China-owned video app TikTok’
TikTok claims to have more than 500 million active users in some 150 countries and regions.
Wild Swans author Jung Chang "It is me that is being banned. I feel very sad... there is nothing I can do"
Her latest book looks at the lives of the ‘fairytale’ Soong sisters and their rise to power.
67-year-old woman becomes China's 'oldest new mother'
Her baby girl is reportedly called Tianci, meaning “gift from heaven”.
China to host expanded Club World Cup in 2021, featuring 8 European teams
The revamped Fifa Club World Cup will include 24 teams, taking place every four years and replacing the Confederations Cup.
'Best performance I've seen in my 10 years here' - Irish Defence Forces through to World Cup quarter-final
A last-eight tie with Algeria awaits the Boys in Green on Wednesday.
Protesters ignore ban to clash with police in Hong Kong
Unrest in the city continued today despite a police ban.
'Carrie Lam step down!': Chaotic scenes in Hong Kong legislature as hecklers shout down major speech
The speech by chief executive Carrie Lam was billed as an attempt to win hearts and minds after four months of seething pro-democracy protests.
Hunter Biden admits error in judgment but denies any wrongdoing
Joe Biden’s son is at the centre of an impeachment probe against US President Donald Trump.
'I gave out the jerseys the other day and there were lads with tears in their eyes'
The Irish Defence Forces are off to the Chinese city of Wuhan to compete at the World Military Games this week.
South Park creators issue mock apology over China censorship
The cartoon offended Chinese officials after it depicted forced labour at a prison.
Hong Kong 'won't rule out' Chinese help over protests
The financial hub has been gripped by four months of rallies.
Trump openly calls on Ukraine - and China - to investigate the Bidens
Ukraine’s Prosecutor General said his office is reviewing a number of cases related to an energy firm linked to Joe Biden’s son Hunter.
Protester shot by police as violence escalates in Hong Kong
Protesters had taken to the streets as mainland China marks 70 years of communist rule.
Hong Kong protests roll into their 16th weekend - and show few signs of ending
The clashes with police were less sustained than the intense battles of previous weekends.
Revenue seizes more than €1 million worth of illegal cigarettes
Revenue has intercepted a number of illegal cigarette shipments in recent weeks.
Tear gas and water cannons used against Hong Kong democracy protesters
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets again today in Hong Kong.
Chinese woman found guilty in Florida court of trespassing at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort
Zhang Yujing (33) was arrested on 30 March at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach.
Hong Kong protesters march to US consulate to increase pressure on Beijing
Millions of Hong Kongers have protested in the past three months.
Hong Kong leader vows to stay on despite leaked recording
A recording was released of Carrie Lam telling business leaders that she wanted to stand down.
Hong Kong activists block routes to airport after violent clashes in metro station
Video footage yesterday showed police pepper spraying protesters in a train carriage.
Hong Kong police ban pro-democracy rally over fears of violence by protesters
It follows a return to violence during protests in the region last weekend.
Tech giant Huawei announces €70m for research plans in Ireland
Huawei currently employs around 220 people directly in Ireland, having first landed in 2004.
Hong Kong police fire tear gas as clashes return to city following days of peace
The protests ended a nearly week-long period of peace in the semi-autonomous region.
'Better off without them': Trump issues 'order' for US companies to pull out of China
Trump’s series of angry tweets came after China announced a new set of tariffs to the tune of $75 billion.
China's two-child policy has led to 5.4 million extra births, fewer than the government hoped
The country operated a strict one-child policy from 1979 to 2015.
Brazilian striker set to become first player without Chinese ancestry to represent the country
Elkeson will use the name will the Chinese name ‘Aikesen’ while lining out for Marcello Lippi’s side.
Twitter and Facebook accuse China of social media campaign against Hong Kong protesters
Facebook and Twitter said they had shut down nearly 1,000 active accounts linked to China.
Hundreds of thousands attend another huge protest in Hong Kong
Weeks of demonstrations have plunged the city into crisis.
'We wouldn’t like to see Tiananmen Square happen again' - Hong Kong citizens in Ireland on why they support the protests
Hong Kongers in Ireland believe there is no end in sight for protesters.
'If we stop now, things will only get worse': More mass protests take place in Hong Kong
Rival pro-democracy and pro-government demonstrations were held in the city today.
US 'deeply concerned' by Chinese paramilitary on Hong Kong border
The US also urged Beijing to honour the territory’s autonomy as pro-democracy protests continued.
How escalating tensions in Hong Kong have brought one of the world's busiest airports to a standstill
Tensions have been simmering for months in Hong Kong, sparked by a proposed extradition bill with China.
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