Lessons of Hong Kong fire tragedy must be learned: China Daily
The catastrophe has highlighted the urgent need for a comprehensive review of safety protocols in high-density urban environments like Hong Kong.
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Good Samaritans rush to aid victims of Hong Kong residential block fire
Some arrived with food and clothes in hand; others helped distribute necessities; and some assisted with registering the names of those who were missing.
Police confirm jet ski accident during filming in Malaysia’s Melaka, stuntman safe
The scene was part of a filming sequence, but an accident took place as depicted in the two-minute, 56-second footage.
Over 250 still missing after Hong Kong’s deadliest blaze in decades
Over 24 hours after the fire broke out in the eight-building housing estate with 2,000 units, flames were still visible in some windows as crews sprayed water on the blackened…
Major fire kills at least 36 at Hong Kong housing estate
Seven 32-story buildings, which all have bamboo scaffolding erected for renovation, were all on fire, spanning a size of 27 meters plus 21 meters, according to the fire department.
Massive Dhaka slum fire under control after 5 hours
Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with crowds running in panic, residents desperately trying to save valuables, and firefighters battling the flames alongside locals using…
Residents view devastation after massive fire in Japan’s Oita
Residents of the area could see buildings with their steel frames exposed and exterior walls stained with soot, vivid marks left by the flames that engulfed the district in this…
Miss Jamaica still in hospital after fall from Miss Universe 2025 stage in Bangkok
In a statement released on Instagram Friday, Nov. 21, the Miss Universe Jamaica Organisation said that Henry’s sister, Dr. Phylicia Henry-Samuels, shared with them that the…
Last rites held for Wing Commander Namansh Syal, Indian pilot who died in Dubai Air Show
The ceremony followed all traditional customs, including a gun salute, a procession, and the laying of wreaths. Friends, relatives, and villagers gathered to pay their respects.
Ferry grounding in South Korea’s South Jeolla caused by crew negligence: Coast Guard
During questioning, crew members told investigators that the navigator on duty had been looking at his phone, leaving the vessel on autopilot when it should have been operated…