News. Views. Hughes - August 20, 2019 (17:00 ET)

Hong Kong gov’t promises ‘dialogue,’ protesters unsatisfied

Protesters in Hong Kong insist that their autonomy is shrinking and that their demands have yet to be met. Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced the creation of “a platform for dialogue with people from all walks of life” to address their grievances. Privacy activists and journalists in Hong Kong worry about Beijing’s growing power on the island. RT America’s Sara Montes de Oca reports from the scene.

Trump postpones Huawei ban again

Washington has granted Huawei a 90-day extension before the deadline to implement the ban on Huawei’s business with the US. Huawei continues to condemn its blacklisting and allege political motives. RT America’s Rachel Blevins reports for News.Views.Hughes.

More cops die from suicide than in line of duty

Police officers serving in the NYPD are committing suicide in record numbers – a total of nine so far this year. The surge has caused increased scrutiny on the psychological impact of working in law enforcement in the nation’s largest police force. RT America’s Trinity Chavez has the details.