The closure of the popular tabloid, which mixes pro-democracy views with celebrity gossip and investigations of those in power, marks the end of an era for media freedom in the Chinese-ruled city, critics say.

Hong Kongers snap up final edition of Apple Daily newspaper

The Sun has set on Hong Kong's sole Pro-Democracy newspaper- Apple Daily. After falling prey to China's increasing crackdown on dissent in the semi-autonomous city...The pro-democracy newspaper published its last edition.

HK's Apple Daily signs off in a painful farewell

Hong Kong's pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily has announced that it has decided to cease operation immediately after midnight, making Thursday's publication the final printed edition.

Hong Kong's Apple Daily pro-democracy newspaper announces closure