The Vatican has extended heartfelt condolences and assured spiritual support to Hong Kong following a devastating fire that swept through a large public housing complex in Tai Po, resulting in significant loss of life, numerous injuries, and hundreds missing. Through a telegram signed by Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and sent to the Bishop…
The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a stern warning to Japan regarding its proposal to deploy advanced missile systems on Yonaguni Island, located approximately 111 kilometers from Taiwan. Moscow stated its right to implement a strong defensive response to the military build-up, characterizing the move as destabilizing to regional security and an action encouraged by the…
A devastating five-alarm fire that engulfed Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, has resulted in multiple fatalities, leaving numerous families in agonizing suspense as they search for loved ones reported missing since the blaze erupted on November 26. The tragedy highlights critical challenges in urban disaster response and reunification efforts. The inferno, centered…
A catastrophic five-alarm fire that engulfed Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, tragically claimed the life of a dedicated firefighter this week, shattering his personal dreams and prompting an outpouring of collective grief. Among the casualties and injured resulting from the inferno was 37-year-old Ho Wai-ho, a nine-year veteran of the Fire Services…
Following the tragic, multi-casualty No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, the Hong Kong Labour Department (LD) is launching a comprehensive, territory-wide enforcement operation focused on enhancing fire safety and emergency preparedness across construction sites. Beginning Friday, the two-week initiative will specifically target building maintenance projects utilizing large-scale scaffolding, aiming to…
A devastating fire tore through Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on Thursday, resulting in the loss of 75 lives, including a firefighter, and injuring 76 others, marking the city’s deadliest residential blaze in decades. The comprehensive disaster response involved a massive turnout from the Fire Services Department (FSD), while government operations shifted…
Japanese beverage giant Asahi Group Holdings recently disclosed that a sophisticated cyberattack, first detected in late September, likely compromised the personal data of approximately two million customers and staff. Following an extensive internal investigation, the Tokyo-based food and beverage conglomerate revealed that the breach involved unauthorized access to its data center network through integrated network…
China’s Ministry of Commerce expressed significant reservations this week regarding specific aspects of a reciprocal trade agreement recently negotiated between Malaysia and the United States, urging Kuala Lumpur to ensure the pact does not negatively impact global or regional commerce. The ministry confirmed its position Thursday in Beijing following high-level bilateral discussions, emphasizing that while…
Officials representing the Central People’s Government in Beijing offered sympathy and support to victims and frontline medical staff at Prince of Wales Hospital in Hong Kong following the recent devastating fire in Tai Po. On November 27, 2025, Zhuo Ji, Director of the Liaison Office, accompanied by Nong Rong, Deputy Director of the Hong Kong…
The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) in Hong Kong has issued an urgent public health warning and recall targeting a specific batch of imported pistachio paste after laboratory tests detected excessive levels of aflatoxins, potent carcinogenic compounds. Consumers are strongly advised to immediately cease consumption of the affected product, Convivia Pure Pistachio Paste Deluxe 100%,…
Hong Kong health authorities are urgently appealing to parents to prioritize seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) for their children following a severe case involving a two-year-old girl battling serious complications from the flu. The incident, confirmed Thursday, highlights the persistent risk of seasonal influenza despite a recent dip in overall activity. The young patient, previously in…
HONG KONG — Fire Services Department officials provided a grim update Wednesday afternoon detailing ongoing rescue operations at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, where a catastrophic No. 5 alarm fire has significantly impacted seven of the residential estate’s eight towers. By 8 p.m., the devastating incident had claimed at least 65 lives, triggering a…
In response to the devastating No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has significantly altered its weekend schedule and pledged a substantial financial donation to victims and affected residents. The tragedy, which resulted in significant casualties and missing persons, prompted the organization to review its…
Following a devastating No. 5 alarm fire Tuesday at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, major Hong Kong food service corporations have launched massive relief operations, providing thousands of free meals and essential support to displaced residents and frontline workers. The swift, coordinated response from these industry giants has garnered widespread public acclaim, highlighting strong…
Hong Kong authorities are coordinating an extensive emergency response and launching criminal investigations following a devastating estate fire on Wednesday, November 27, 2025, that claimed 55 lives, including a firefighter. The disaster, which has been labeled the deadliest city blaze in decades, prompted a significant government mobilization to provide accommodation, medical aid, and financial support…
A catastrophic No. 5 alarm fire erupted at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on Thursday, resulting in at least 55 confirmed fatalities and leaving 76 others injured, prompting a massive multi-agency rescue operation amid highly hazardous conditions. The disaster, which began earlier in the week, has mobilized a coalition of legal, engineering,…
A devastating five-alarm fire ripped through Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on Wednesday, resulting in a staggering loss of life and triggering a massive, multi-agency response to support victims and displaced residents. As of Thursday, authorities confirmed 44 fatalities and 62 injuries, with over 200 residents initially unaccounted for amidst the complex’s…
Following a devastating inferno at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong authorities and the Hong Kong Housing Society (HKHS) have rapidly deployed approximately 400 vacant units across various transitional housing projects to offer immediate shelter for residents displaced by the disaster. This urgent response aims to provide temporary stability while full investigations into…
France’s judicial saga involving former President Nicolas Sarkozy reached a definitive conclusion this week as the nation’s highest court, the Cour de cassation, upheld his conviction for the illegal financing of his unsuccessful 2012 re-election bid. On Wednesday, the ruling solidified the former head of state’s guilt concerning excessive campaign expenditures hidden through fraudulent accounting…
Oxfam, a leading international relief organization, announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated Oxfam Trailwalker 2025 in Hong Kong, originally scheduled for November 28–30. The decision comes as a direct response to a devastating No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, which resulted in significant casualties—at least 44 fatalities and 62…