Dozens of Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters charged with rioting, including 16-year-old girl, show up in court
Dozens of Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters appeared in court today after being charged with rioting, setting the stage for further unrest in a weeks-long crisis that has rocked the global financial hub.
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