Main content
Sorry, this episode is not currently available

Hong Kong protests: China says protesters 'trample rule of law'

News and issues making the headlines each day.

China's central government has backed the Hong Kong authorities to investigate what it called “the criminal responsibility of violent offenders” after pro-democracy protesters ransacked the territory’s legislature.

Also on the programme: how artificial intelligence can help tackle influenza; and we preview tonight’s Women's World Cup semi-final

(Photo: Police officers are seen behind broken glass panels at the Legislative Council Building, Credit: European Photopress Agency)

53 minutes

Last on

Tue 2 Jul 2019 09:06GMT

Broadcast

  • Tue 2 Jul 2019 09:06GMT

World Update Soundscapes

Email your sounds to updatesoundscapes@gmail.com

World Update in Pictures

The stories behind some of the world's most compelling photos

The Global News Podcast

The day's top news stories - find it here or subscribe wherever you find your podcasts