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The Guardian

December 02, 2025 • 3 days ago

Hong Kong Fire Response Reveals Shrinking Autonomy from Beijing

Hong Kong's handling of its deadliest fire in decades highlights remaining differences from mainland China while exposing erosion of semi-autonomous governance.

#Hong Kong #China relations #autonomy

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The Guardian

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Hong Kong Apartment Fire Death Toll Hits 146 in Historic Tragedy

Hong Kong grapples with one of its worst disasters as the Wang Fuk Court fire death toll reaches 146, raising questions about urban safety.

#Hong Kong #urban safety #residential fire

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Deutsche Welle

December 01, 2025 • 4 days ago

Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: Death Toll Reaches 151 as Safety Failures

A devastating fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court has killed 151 people, with faulty safety netting blamed for the catastrophe. Over 40 people remain missing as investigations reveal regulatory failures.

#Hong Kong #fire safety #urban planning

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France 24

December 01, 2025 • 5 days ago

Hong Kong Mourns as Housing Fire Death Toll Reaches 146 Victims

A catastrophic apartment fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court claims at least 146 lives, sparking grief and raising questions about housing safety in the densely populated city.

#Hong Kong #housing crisis #urban safety

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The New York Times

November 29, 2025 • 6 days ago

Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: Officials Ignored Year-Long Safety Warnings

Hong Kong authorities failed to act on repeated resident warnings about fire hazards at Wang Fuk Court apartments for over a year before tragedy struck.

#Hong Kong #public safety #governance

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France 24

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong's Worst Fire in Decades Exposes Construction Safety Crisis

A devastating blaze across seven Hong Kong apartment blocks raises urgent questions about bamboo scaffolding safety and regulatory oversight in the territory.

#Hong Kong #construction safety #urban planning

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The New York Times

November 28, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong Fire Exposes Safety Gaps in Densely Packed Housing

A deadly Hong Kong fire reveals critical safety failures as survivors report no alarms and blocked windows, highlighting broader housing safety concerns in the territory.

#Hong Kong #fire safety #housing crisis

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Deutsche Welle

November 28, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: 94 Dead, Arrests Made in Deadly Blaze

A devastating fire in Hong Kong claims 94 lives with scores still missing. Three arrested on manslaughter charges as authorities continue rescue operations.

#Hong Kong #fire tragedy #public safety

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Al Jazeera

November 27, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong Housing Fire: 55 Dead, Hundreds Missing in Worst Blaze

Devastating fire at Hong Kong housing complex kills at least 55 people with hundreds still unaccounted for. Emergency crews struggle to reach trapped residents on upper floors.

#Hong Kong #urban safety #housing crisis

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BBC

November 27, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong Tower Blaze: 44 Dead, Hundreds Missing in Major Crisis

A devastating fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks, leaving at least 44 dead and hundreds missing. Firefighters struggle to contain the massive blaze threatening the city.

#Hong Kong #China #urban disaster

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The New York Times

November 27, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Exposes Urban Safety Crisis in Dense City

A rapidly spreading apartment fire in Hong Kong highlights critical safety concerns in one of the world's most densely populated cities, raising questions about building regulations.

#Hong Kong #urban safety #fire emergency

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The New York Times

November 26, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong Fire Crisis Exposes Urban Density Vulnerabilities

Major fire engulfs densely populated complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, highlighting critical infrastructure challenges in one of world's most crowded cities.

#Hong Kong #urban planning #China

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