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What to know about Hong Kong's legislative election after a fire raised governance concerns

The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is putting pressure on Beijing’s governance system in the city

The Independent UK

Hong Kong residents and experts defend bamboo scaffolding after deadly fire

Hong Kong residents and experts are pushing back against claims that bamboo scaffolding was a key reason for the city's deadliest fire in decades

The Independent UK

Hong Kong announces judge-led investigation into Tai Po fire as public anger mounts

China’s national security office warns against using fire tragedy to ‘plunge Hong Kong back into chaos’ of 2019, when the city saw massive street protests

The Independent UK

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Tip of an iceberg: Hong Kong's deadly blaze raises anger over corruption and safety lapses

As Hong Kong mourns after a high-rise fire killed at least 151 people, anger is mounting over building safety lapses and government oversight

The Independent UK

Hong Kong responds to disaster differently from Beijing – but the gulf is narrowing

Independent inquiry into fire and media questions to leader would not happen in mainland China, but crackdown on dissent has begun

The Guardian - UK

Hong Kong to set up inquiry into deadly fire

Hong Kong has set up an independent commission to investigate a deadly fire that burned seven apartment buildings and killed at least 151 people

The Independent UK

Hong Kong mourns 146 dead in deadliest fire in 70 years as hundreds remain missing

Dozens of police officials enter charred building to find remains of missing people

The Independent UK

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Anger swelling in Hong Kong over deadliest fire in more than 70 years

Some think leader John Lee’s focus on blaming bamboo scaffolding deflects from actual cause

The Guardian - UK

What to know about the apartment fire in Hong Kong

Hong Kong's worst fire in decades was still smoldering in several apartment towers Thursday as firefighters struggled to rescue dozens of people still unaccounted for

The Independent UK

Hong Kong accuses construction firm of ‘gross negligence’ after deadliest fire in decades kills 128

Chinese city’s deadliest fire in nearly 80 years raises questions over use of bamboo scaffolding

The Independent UK

Fire that killed at least 44 burns in Hong Kong towers for a second day

Firefighters are battling one of Hong Kong’s deadliest modern blazes for a second day, fighting to control the fire that blackened several high-rise towers and killed at least 44 people

The Independent UK

Officers ask for public's help rounding up suspects in Mississippi mass shooting

Law enforcement officers and community leaders are asking for the public's help in identifying people wanted for questioning about a mass shooting in Leland, Mississippi, that left six people dead

The Independent UK

Shooting at Mississippi homecoming football game leaves 4 dead and several others injured

The shootings happened in the downtown area of the small town of Leland

The Independent UK

Mississippi Mass Shooting Nightmare: Suspect on the Run After Football Game Attack Kills Four

Four people were killed and at least 12 were injured in a tragic mass shooting after a Leland, Mississippi, high school homecoming game. A multi-agency manhunt is now underway for 18-year-old Tylar Jarod Goodloe.

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Six people dead with multiple injured in three shootings at Mississippi homecoming weekends

Four people were killed in an attack in Leland, while two were killed in Heidelberg, amid a third attack in Rolling Fork

The Independent UK

Hong Kong chief pledges to continue national security crackdown in key annual address

Hong Kong will continue to prevent, suppress and punish acts that endanger national security, John Lee says

International Business Times

Hong Kong Leader Unveils Plan To Boost Growth With Border Mega-project, AI Push

Hong Kong's leader outlined plans Wednesday to diversify the city's economy and accelerate growth, including fast-tracking an ambitious border development project and establishing the artificial intelligence sector as a "core industry".

The Independent UK

Hong Kong leader unveils plans to boost economy and nurture emerging industries beyond finance

Hong Kong's leader has announced plans to accelerate the development of an economic hub near its border with mainland China

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The Independent UK

Hong Kong plans to regulate Uber and other online ride-hailing services

The Hong Kong government has proposed new regulations for ride-hailing services like Uber

International Business Times

Chinese Carrier Shandong Moors In Hong Kong On 'Great Power' Visit

China's first domestically built aircraft carrier sailed into Hong Kong on Thursday, just days after the city marked 28 years under Chinese rule.

International Business Times

Hong Kong Rights Record Under Fire As It Marks China Handover Anniversary

Hong Kong leader John Lee said on Tuesday the city has become safer and more competitive as it marks its 28th year under Chinese rule, although critics including the EU decried the use of a "repressive" security law.

International Business Times

Hong Kong Soars to World's Third Most Competitive Economy in 2025

Hong Kong ranks 3rd in global competitiveness in 2025, excelling in government and business efficiency. Discover its economic strengths and investment appeal.

The Independent UK

Trump to review Aukus nuclear submarine pact with Australia and UK

Trilateral strategic partnership aimed primarily at countering military might of China

Euronews

Hong Kong trade delegation visits Qatar to strengthen bilateral relations

A total of 35 memoranda of understanding spanning trade, innovation and other areas were signed, hoping to advance strategic cooperation between Hong Kong and Qatar.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong's business, political elite turn out for funeral of property Lee Shau-kee

Hong Kong political and business leaders paid tribute to the city’s late billionaire property tycoon Lee Shau-kee, who led one of the biggest real estate empires in the former British territory

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