Jimmy Lai Chee‑ying

Rule Changes

Serving 20-year sentence; declined to appeal; a separate fraud conviction was overturned

Joshua Wong, the student leader who became the face of Hong Kong's democracy movement, was sentenced on November 5 to 10 more years in prison for colluding with foreign forces. He had been due for release in January; with the new term he is not expected out until November 2036.

Updated 3 days ago

Built World

Convicted on national security charges, awaiting sentencing; faces possible life imprisonment

On November 26, 2025, a fire engulfed the Wang Fuk Court public housing complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, killed 168 people and injuring dozens more. It was the city's deadliest disaster since 1948.

Updated Nov 1