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Apple Daily was a Chinese-language newspaper published in Hong Kong from 1995 until 2021. Founded by Jimmy Lai and associated with Next Digital, it combined tabloid-style presentation with reporting and commentary that were critical of the Hong Kong and Chinese governments and aligned it with the city's pro-democracy camp. Police raids, asset freezes, and prosecutions under the national security-law environment preceded the final print edition in June 2021.
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When did Apple Daily in Hong Kong stop publishing?
Apple Daily published its final edition in June 2021. The closure followed the freezing of company assets and the arrest of senior figures under Hong Kong's national security law.
Who founded Apple Daily?
Apple Daily was founded by businessman and publisher Jimmy Lai in 1995. It became part of the Next Digital media group.
What made Apple Daily different from traditional Hong Kong newspapers?
It used large headlines, vivid photographs, and a strongly tabloid-influenced layout. It also became known for commentary and reporting that criticized the Hong Kong and Chinese governments.
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