"For once, there was no more news for us to work on; we embraced each other and took farewell photos in an almost graduation day-like mood," wrote an #AppleDaily reporter on the final day of the paper's operation. #HongKong #PressFreedom
theguardian.com/world/2021/jun…
theguardian.com/world/2021/jun…
"After the police left about five hours later, we rushed back to count our losses: at least 44 journalists’ computers were seized. Hardware can be replaced, but they also froze bank accounts, threatening operations and payment of wages.
For the first time, the prospect of shutting down felt very real."
"Dozens of colleagues and ex-colleagues waited, some since 5am, for a seat inside to show support. I thought: two days ago I was supposed to have a meeting with Law, and now he is in the dock. Being there was all I could do."
"We thought the judge would grant bail, but he didn’t, and gave no explanation. We waved at our colleagues. I could only say “Hang in there”. Barring a successful appeal, they’ll be behind bars until at least mid-August."
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