Closing arguments in the trial were postponed repeatedly this week amid inclement weather and medical concerns regarding Lai.

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his intent to assist in saving Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, detained under Hong Kong's national security law. Despite potential friction with Chinese President Xi Jinping,

The BBC's Danny Vincent spoke to Hong Kong media tycoon and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, in his last interview as a free man just hours before he was arrested on 2 December 2020.

Jimmy Lai has been in prison for his role in pro-democracy protests since 2020. His trial has faced lengthy delays, but is scheduled to resume. Here is all you need to know.

Tropical Storm Podul has caused severe disruption in southern China and Hong Kong. In Hong Kong, authorities issued a black rainstorm warning, leading to cancellations of flights, school closures, and a postponed hearing of Jimmy Lai.