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Judgment day: Jimmy Lai convicted
21 minutes Posted Dec 15, 2025 at 11:51 am.
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Today Hong Kong’s most prominent media mogul was convicted of flouting national security legislation. Our correspondent explains the consequences for the territory. Why the policies of Britain’s Labour government are damaging London. And our correspondent offers sober advice on how (not) to cure a hangover.  


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