Former activist Joshua Wong has been sentenced to 10 years in jail after pleading guilty to conspiracy to collude with foreign countries or external elements to endanger national security. Wendy Wong reports.

Reacting to the sentencing, Chief Executive John Lee said Joshua Wong was one of the “primary culprits responsible for undermining Hong Kong’s prosperity and stability”. Here's Wendy Wong again.

Police have said that facial recognition technology will be rolled-out across its CCTV network this month, to assist in criminal searches and to help locate high-risk missing persons. As Elvis Yu reports, the force said captured data would be stored for up to 180 days.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says Hong Kong’s wealth management sector is growing strongly. And he adds that the city is in a good position to capture a fair share of business coming from shifting global wealth. Hailey Yip reports.

The ninth edition of the China International Import Expo has opened in Shanghai with great fanfare. During a keynote speech at the expo's opening ceremony, the nation's vice premier told the 4,000 overseas exhibitors who are showcasing their products, that China is eager to work with global partners to foster growth. Elvis Yu reports.

Chief Executive John Lee also attended the opening ceremony of the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. He says Hong Kong will continue to expand its international trade network, to better contribute to the country's overall development. Lee also said trade and finance are key focus areas. Here's Elvis Yu again.

Mainland authorities have announced that former senior official Ma Xingrui has been indicted on charges of accepting bribes. Azam Khan reports.

A scholar says the so-called "blue tsunami" reflected voter anger over the general economic situation in the United States. Speaking on RTHK's Backchat programme, Mark Michelson, Chairman of the Asia CEO Forum at IMA Asia, said despite the Democrats' control over the Senate and House after the midterm elections, US President Donald Trump still holds executive powers, and key issues such as war, trade, and economic policy, may not change significantly.

The Department of Justice has launched a funding scheme aimed at helping small and medium-sized law firms, and newly-qualified barristers, adopt legal technology. The Funding Scheme for LawTech Solution Subscription will provide eligible applicants with up to 20,000 dollars for a one-year subscription to designated legal technology services, spanning legal research to document drafting. Law Society President Roden Tong told Hailey Yip that the pilot scheme will help the legal profession make better use of technology and improve efficiency.

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University has recently launched a scheme that invites globally renowned scholars and distinguished experts to PolyU, to pursue frontier research and high-level academic exchanges. Christina Wong, Director of Research and Innovation at PolyU, told RTHK's Backchat programme that they're looking for greater diversity, to consolidate Hong Kong's position as an international education hub.

The impact of the US midterm elections is already being felt, with the Democrats saying they will end the unpopular war with Iran. Disgruntled Republicans, meanwhile, appear to be making Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth the scapegoat, amid suggestions that he may be impeached. Raymond Yeung reports.

Hoax bomb threats have affected flights around Europe from Ireland to Bulgaria – the second wave this week. As Jamie Clarke reports, some flights have been forced to make unplanned landings, while fighter jets have been scrambled to escort or intercept others.

Actor and comedian Russel Brand has been convicted of raping a woman and sexually assaulting three more. Once one of Britain’s most high-profile broadcasters and a star of several Hollywood movies, he now faces a lengthy jail term. Jamie Clarke has more:

Benjamin Netanyahu has seen his position in the post-election battle to stay on as Israel’s prime minister, weaken. That’s as two of the country’s Arab-led parties endorsed his main opponent. Jamie Clarke has more.

Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football. Nazvi Careem has more on the superstar's announcement, which brings down the curtain on a record-breaking 23-year career.

Kitchee picked up a valuable win in AFC Champions League Two group play at Mong Kok Stadium. The local side beat Cambodia's Phnom Penh Crown 2-1 to go second in Group H with two matchdays remaining. Our Asia football correspondent, Chris KL Lau, has more.