Tax waived for residents affected by Hong Kong blaze
The SAR government will also waive their water and sewage charges from July to November this year.
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Hong Kong resumes election forums, fatal fire tops concerns
The forum agenda was modified in response to the deadly fire, with cheerleading and sloganeering removed, while candidate-led discussions were added on immediate post-fire relief…
Hong Kong vows judge-led independent committee into deadly blaze
The Wang Fuk Court inferno has stoked expressions of public anger not seen since major protests about six years ago, with online petitions garnering thousands of signatures…
Why did the Hong Kong fire spread so quickly?
The use of bamboo scaffolding has been a talking point after Hong Kong’s deadliest blaze in over 60 years. While the cause is still under investigation, experts say materials…
Hong Kong blaze: Death toll climbs to 146, three blocks still to be searched
Amid the collective mourning, Hong Kong residents have been warned of scammers trying to steal personal information, including bank account and credit data, by posing as…
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.
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.
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…
Bruce Lee exhibition opens at Hong Kong stations
It is the first exhibition about the legendary martial artist to be held outside a gallery setting.
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.