Hong Kong Democracy Activist Jimmy Lai Faces Life Sentence

Shanghai Tang is showcasing its rich heritage with a retrospective exhibition titled 'A Journey of Rediscovery — 30 Years of Shanghai Tang' at PMQ in Hong Kong, featuring over 100 rare pieces and incorporating augmented reality for virtual try-ons. Simultaneously, Hong Kong residents express sentiments of growing social divides influenced by economic status, complicating friendships and community bonds. The film 'Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In' serves as a nostalgic tribute to Hong Kong's past, focusing on the Walled City and its sense of community amidst chaos, and has become a box office hit. Amidst these cultural reflections, pro-democracy sentiments remain strong, highlighted by the plight of jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai, whose son urges Canada to support democracy in Hong Kong. The city, once vibrant with protests and political activism, is now characterized by a silenced opposition and a shift towards mainland influence, leaving many residents feeling the loss of their political identity. As the region navigates these changes, the spirit of resistance continues, albeit in a more subdued form.