Greetings, TicToc readers! Monday's almost over. Here's what's happening: But first...  Hong Kong's extradition bill crisisMore than a million people have been protesting in Hong Kong in recent days against a bill that would allow the extradition of suspected criminals to mainland China. Weeks of rising tensions have led to violent clashes with police, as demonstrators demand the resignation of Hong Kong's leader Carrie Lam, who's vowed to press forward with the extradition bill. More: - Lam dismissed suggestions the bill is "an order from Beijing," and promised to include human rights protections in the measure.
- Hong Kong arrested seven protesters on suspicion of attacking the police and another 12 people on accusations they blocked roads.
- Civil Human Rights Front says it'll hold another rally at the legislature on Wednesday during the second of three readings of the bill.
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