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An artwork depicting a prisoner’s daring escape has appeared on the wall of a British jail, prompting excited speculation that it was painted by elusive street artist Banksy.

Hundreds of protesters risked arrest to demonstrate outside a Hong Kong court, where 47 pro-democracy activists appeared Monday charged with subversion under the national security law, as authorities step up their crackdown against opposition voices.

Myanmar’s ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi was hit with another charge Monday, as protesters returned to the streets in a show of defiance following the deadliest day since the military seized power in a coup in early February.

Protesters in Myanmar continued to take to the streets in defiance after the deadliest day since the military seized power in a coup last month. At least 18 died and dozens were injured on Sunday, according to the United Nations Human Rights Office. CNN’s Ivan Watson reports.

The former president is found guilty of trying to bribe a magistrate but can serve the term at home.

Ms Suu Kyi was told she faces fresh charges a month after she was detained during a military coup.

Chloe Zhao, director of Nomadland, is hailed as a “huge inspiration for young Asian girls”.

The former US president hints at another run in 2024 as he returns to the political stage.