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Zeng Jinyan Speaks out on Hu Jia's Sentencing
On the day after her husband's sentence to 3.5 years in prison for his blogging activities, house arrested blogger Zeng Jinyan wrote a letter explaining her side to their story.

IOC Must Press Beijing to Meet Media Commitments
The Committee to Protect Journalists urged the IOC to insist that Beijing ensure freedom for the press to report in the run up to and during August’s Olympic Games.

Chinese Troops Make Sure Lhasa Stays Subdued
One month after the Tibet protest explosion, in Lhasa, the most visible outcome has been relentless street patrols by men in People's Armed Police uniforms who carry automatic rifles.

Construction Halted in Beijing Ahead of Games
Chinese authorities have frozen all construction in the capital to alleviate chocking air pollution.

Dalai Lama Urges 'Respect' to Transform Enemies
In his visit to the US, the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader avoids talk of the Chinese crackdown and urges the use of respect and dialogue to deal with enemies.