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The second-floor balcony of the Executive Residence of the White House on July 4, 2021. — The second-floor balcony of the Executive Residence of the White House on July 4, 2021.
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By Michelle Fay Cortez

July 4, 2022 at 10:00 AM UTC

Greetings from Michelle in Hong Kong. It’s been a few days of celebration, with the Fourth of July in the US and the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover to China here in the city. Despite the congratulatory speeches, pomp and gaiety, Covid continues to cast a pall. But first ...

US Independence Day. The 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover to China.