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Hong Kong Investigates Corruption and Safety Failures After Deadliest Fire in Decades
Eleven people detained as authorities examine flammable renovation materials, oversight lapses and possible misconduct at Wang Fuk Court
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Hong Kong Residents Mourn Victims as 1,500 People Relocated After Devastating Tower Fire
Crowds gather at Wang Fuk Court to honour the dead while authorities move displaced families to temporary housing
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Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Death Toll Climbs to 128 as Authorities Broaden Criminal Probe
Police arrest additional renovation contractors amid mounting evidence of safety failures in the city’s deadliest blaze in decades
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Hong Kong Tower Fire Surpasses Grenfell as One of Worst High-Rise Tragedies — Spark Renewed Focus on Building Safety Worldwide
Deadly blaze at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court kills at least 128, becoming deadliest recent global residential fire while exposing recurring fire-safety failures
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Hong Kong Pushes Hydrogen Transport Plan as Part of 2050 Carbon-Neutrality Drive
Government advances legislation, standards and trials for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles under new hydrogen energy strategy
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Hong Kong Firefighter Set to Marry Next Month Dies in Tai Po Tower Blaze — City Honors Fallen Hero
Ho Wai-ho, 37, killed at Wang Fuk Court ignites outpouring of tribute as investigators probe fatal high-rise fire
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Families Endure Agonising Wait as Nearly 300 People Remain Missing After Hong Kong Tower Blaze
Residents recount desperate final calls, failed alarms and rapid fire spread as authorities investigate renovation materials and scaffolding
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Hong Kong Residents, Volunteers and Companies Mobilise Massive Aid Effort After Tai Po Tower Fire
Hundreds of volunteers join government in distributing emergency supplies and launching support fund after the deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze
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Death Toll Climbs to 128 as Hong Kong High-Rise Inferno Raises Urgent Safety Questions
Authorities investigate failed alarms, hazardous renovation materials and widespread devastation at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court
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Swiss Voters Overwhelmingly Reject 50 % Inheritance Tax for the Super-Rich
Referendum fails as over four-fifths of voters oppose sweeping federal levy on estates above CHF 50 million
Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs lead a 232% surge in Hong Kong equity deals as Chinese issuers flood the market
Western banks dominate underwriting as Hong Kong re-emerges as Asia’s equity capital hub in 2025
No Verified News Found on Reported Hong Kong Crypto Rebranding Claim
Live research shows no credible or up-to-date reporting matching the described story
Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs Dominate Hong Kong Equity Deals in 2025 Surge
Western banks lead booming IPO and share-sale wave as global investors return to Hong Kong capital markets
Deadly Hong Kong Tower Fire Intensifies Scrutiny of Safety Enforcement Under Beijing’s Oversight
Mass-casualty blaze at Tai Po housing complex fuels public alarm and prompts broad safety reviews across Hong Kong and mainland China
MIT report: AI can already replace nearly 12% of the U.S. workforce
Artificial intelligence is now advanced and cheap enough to perform work equal to nearly 12% of U.S. jobs, according to a new MIT study—news that’s likely further to intensify pressure on employers, workers, and policymakers to prepare f...
Japan: The Muslim request for more cemeteries is DENIED
Umemura, member of Japan’s House of Councillors: The Muslim request for more cemeteries is DENIED. In Japan, cremation is the tradition. "The appropriate approach is to return the remains to their countries, bury them there."
Hong Kong Harvests a Decade of Growth as Fintech Strategy Takes Full Shape
A long-term policy push and modern regulation are propelling Hong Kong into the ranks of leading global fintech hubs
Tim Cook and Apple Promise Aid after Hong Kong’s Deadly Tower Fire
Tech giant pledges donations as blaze at Wang Fuk Court kills at least 128 and leaves hundreds missing
Survivor’s Escape from Hong Kong Tower Fire Gives Human Face to Tragedy
Retiree credits his pet dog’s timely walk for saving him as death toll reaches 128 at Wang Fuk Court
K-Pop Stars, Labels and Fans Launch Wave of Aid After Deadly Hong Kong Tower Fire
Music community pledges millions of Hong Kong dollars to support victims of the Wang Fuk Court blaze as relief efforts intensify
Airbus Orders Emergency Fix for Six Thousand A320 Jets After Solar-Radiation Control Fault
Urgent software and hardware repairs mandated worldwide after investigators link intense solar exposure to flight-control data failures
250 Still Missing in the Massive Fire, 94 Killed. One Day After the Disaster: Survivor Rescued on the 16th Floor
At least ninety-four people have been confirmed dead and more than two hundred and fifty remain missing after a devastating fire in Hong Kong’s residential towers. Firefighting efforts have ended, but rescue teams continue door-to-door s...
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Hong Kong Dollar Bond Market Booms After Record-Breaking Year, Analysts Forecast Further Growth
Issuance hits HK$331 billion as lower local rates and global diversification drive demand for HKD-denominated debt
Deadly Hong Kong Tower Fire Spurs Urgent Push to Scrap Bamboo Scaffolding
Wang Fuk Court blaze highlights fire risk of traditional scaffolding as officials consider full switch to metal frameworks
MAMA Awards Scaled Back in Hong Kong After Deadly Tai Po Blaze as Mirror Withdraws
Organisers cancel red carpet and adjust performances while the city mourns the Wang Fuk Court tragedy
Karl Bushby, a British ex-paratrooper who set out in 1998 to walk around the world, is on the final stretch of his 27-year-long trek home
Karl Bushby, a British ex-paratrooper who set out in 1998 to walk around the world, is on the final stretch of his 27-year-long trek home, and trying to cope with social media pressure in a world that has changed profoundly
China has opened the world’s largest train station
China's Great Wall Motor is targeting an annual production of 300,000 vehicles by 2029 in Europe
China's Great Wall Motor is targeting an annual production of 300,000 vehicles by 2029 in Europe where it is scouting locations for its first car plant in a battle to revive flagging regional sales
OpenAI Confirms API User Data Exposed After Mixpanel Security Breach
Limited profile data of some API users was leaked via analytics provider Mixpanel; no chat content, payment details, or passwords compromised.
Not everyone needs to know your blessings..
This AI awareness video shows why you shouldn’t share everything online
This is so impressive, good to see
Tesla Anticipates Decline in Global Sales Amidst Stagnant Lineup
Company projects a 7% decrease in deliveries this year as focus shifts to robotics.
IKEA is shutting down in China like rest of the brands which has air conditioning
This is why…
U.S. Eases Bank Controls, Challenging Global Standards of Financial Stability
Washington is rolling back key financial safeguards, prompting global debate over whether other economies will match America’s new, looser regulatory course.
Tesla reaffirms support for Chinese suppliers, rejects sweeping ban amid supply-chain retooling
Company says vendor selection remains based on quality, not origin — even as it phases out Chinese parts in US-bound cars
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China Holds Economic Levers Over Japan as Taiwan-Row Deepens — but Analysts Warn of Self-Harm
Beijing signals travel warnings, seafood bans and cultural boycotts — yet experts say aggressive pressure may backfire amid intertwined economies
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At least 44 killed, hundreds missing after massive fire rips through Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court towers
Deadliest fire in decades consumes eight high-rises in Tai Po; three men arrested on suspicion of manslaughter
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The Ukrainian Sumo Wrestler Who Escaped the War — and Is Captivating Japan
At only twenty-one, Arata Aunishiki has risen from refugee to one of Japan’s top sumo contenders, earning a historic tournament victory and a likely promotion to the sport’s second-highest rank.
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No Public Record Found for Alleged Japanese Craft Festival at PMQ in Hong Kong
Available listings show only a Japanese arts-and-crafts exhibition, not the full-scale festival described in the original report
Sai Kung Village Endures Over Ten Days Without Tap Water After Pipe Leak
Hong Kong’s Water Supplies Department vows to restore supply in Kai Hang Tun by end of week after residents go without water since Nov. 14
HKChat’s Debut Sees Surge in Users as Hong Kong’s First Local AI Chatbot Goes Live
Home-grown AI chatbot attracts around 90,000 users in its first week, raising expectations for local-language smart services
Hong Kong’s 27th “Wing Ding” Fancy-Dress Squash Tournament Raises HK$390,000 for Charity
Players donned costumes and rallied to support Operation Santa Claus, with funds still rising toward a HK$500,000 goal
How Chinese Exporters Are Using U.S. Dollar-Backed Stablecoins to Bypass Payment Barriers
Stablecoins offer a workaround to sanctions and banking restrictions, letting Chinese firms access foreign markets despite currency and capital-control constraints
China Sets Yuan Fix at Strongest Level in Over a Year as Markets Eye U.S. Rate Cuts
PBOC’s firm midpoint, yuan rally and weak dollar fuel speculation on further yuan appreciation
Joy City Property to Delist from Hong Kong as Private Equity Restructures Amid Sector Weakness
COFCO-owned Joy City ends 12-year HKEX stint via HK$2.9 billion buy-back, reflecting deepening shake-up in China’s commercial real estate market
Hong Kong to Launch “Yueshan” Orbiter in 2028 to Monitor Lunar Meteoroid Threats
New mission aims to deliver first continuous surveillance of lunar impacts ahead of China’s planned Moon base
Bolsonaro Begins 27-Year Prison Sentence, President Lula: “We’ve Given the World a Lesson in Democracy”
After his coup-plot conviction became final, Brazil’s former president began serving his 27-year sentence amid divided public reaction and calls for clemency from supporters.
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Hong Kong Investigates Corruption and Safety Failures After Deadliest Fire in Decades
Hong Kong Residents Mourn Victims as 1,500 People Relocated After Devastating Tower Fire
Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Death Toll Climbs to 128 as Authorities Broaden Criminal Probe
Hong Kong Tower Fire Surpasses Grenfell as One of Worst High-Rise Tragedies — Spark Renewed Focus on Building Safety Worldwide
Hong Kong Pushes Hydrogen Transport Plan as Part of 2050 Carbon-Neutrality Drive
Hong Kong Firefighter Set to Marry Next Month Dies in Tai Po Tower Blaze — City Honors Fallen Hero
Families Endure Agonising Wait as Nearly 300 People Remain Missing After Hong Kong Tower Blaze
Hong Kong Residents, Volunteers and Companies Mobilise Massive Aid Effort After Tai Po Tower Fire
Death Toll Climbs to 128 as Hong Kong High-Rise Inferno Raises Urgent Safety Questions
250 Still Missing in the Massive Fire, 94 Killed. One Day After the Disaster: Survivor Rescued on the 16th Floor
Tesla reaffirms support for Chinese suppliers, rejects sweeping ban amid supply-chain retooling
China Holds Economic Levers Over Japan as Taiwan-Row Deepens — but Analysts Warn of Self-Harm
At least 44 killed, hundreds missing after massive fire rips through Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court towers
The Ukrainian Sumo Wrestler Who Escaped the War — and Is Captivating Japan
Hong Kong Government Spent HK$24.6 Million on Around 130,000 National Day Displays
Where to Stay, Shop and Drink During Hong Kong Fashion Fest 2025
Thailand’s Bitkub Eyeing Hong Kong Listing Amid 2025 IPO Plans
Hong Kong launches immersive light show in Central as highlight of WinterFest 2025
Hong Kong’s Central office rents tick up for first time in over three years
Google Struggles to Meet AI Demand as Infrastructure, Energy and Supply-Chain Gaps Deepen
Car Parts Leader Warns Europe Faces Heavy Job Losses in ‘Darwinian’ Auto Shake-Out
Families Accuse OpenAI of Enabling ‘AI-Driven Delusions’ After Multiple Suicides
Egypt Rolls Out Major Treasure Exhibition in Hong Kong to Boost Trade and Investment Ties
Hong Kong and Singapore Prime Office Rents to Reach Parity by 2027, CBRE Forecasts
Hong Kong’s Keeta Commits to Fairer Restaurant Terms After Competition Authority Intervention
Two More Imported Chikungunya Cases Raise Hong Kong’s 2025 Total to Seventy
Hong Kong Brings ‘Think Business, Think Hong Kong’ to Milan to Deepen Italy-Asia Engagement
Hong Kong Accelerates Tokenisation Drive to Attract Treasury Centres and Investment Flows
Hong Kong Passes First Comprehensive Ride-Hailing Law Amid Ongoing Platforms Fare Dispute
China’s Wedding Boom: Nightclubs, Mountains and a Demographic Reset
Hong Kong Bank Deposits Surpass HK$19 Trillion as City Claims Safe-Haven Status
Japan Faces Sharp Loss of Chinese Tourists Amid Diplomatic Rift
Closing Ceremony of National Games Underscores Greater Bay Area’s Next-Gen Sporting Role
Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Role in Equestrian Events Propels Greater Bay Area Integration
Hong Kong Probes Social Media Leak of Voters’ Personal Data Ahead of December Election
Beijing’s Hong Kong Chief Meets HSBC CEO in Second High-Level Engagement
Myolie Wu’s Rise From Hong Kong Icon to Mainland China Star
Japan’s New Leadership Signals Shift in Crypto Race with Hong Kong
Nvidia Again Beats Forecasts, Shares Jump in After-Hours Trading
Hong Kong Shares Halt Four-Day Slide as Nvidia Earnings Boost Sentiment
A Decade of Innovation Stagnation at Apple: The Cook Era Critique
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Launches Festive “A Disney Christmas” Amid 20th Anniversary Celebration
Hong Kong Launches ‘Horizons Festival’ with Full Box-Office Proceeds to Artists
Hong Kong Accelerates Ambition to Become China’s Scientific Capital by Attracting Western Talent
HKUST Launches Smart Logistics and AI Research Hub to Propel Hong Kong Innovation
Wallem Marks Century in Hong Kong with Call for Maritime Sector Renewal
Hong Kong WinterFest 2025 Launches Major City-Wide Holiday Experience
Hong Kong Issues Japan Travel Warning Amid Surge in Attacks on Chinese Nationals
Golden Jubilee of Hong Kong’s Walkable Legacy: Time to Shift from Cars to Pedestrians
Hikers in Hong Kong warned as major trail-running event passes through Sunset Peak
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