Today's demonstration of power by protesters in Hong Kong, who shut down one of the world’s major travel hubs, displayed how rapidly they can strike at the city’s economy
HONG KONG—A few dozen weary protesters clad in black sat on the floor of the arrivals hall of Hong Kong’s airport early Monday morning, on the fourth day of a sit-in to draw attention to their fight against the city’s government.
By noon, the number had grown to 1,000. Three hours later, more than 10,000 had arrived by train and bus, overwhelming one of the world’s largest passenger terminals. They spilled into the departure hall and barricaded entrances, forcing authorities to effectively shutter the airport and cancel hundreds...
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