Global retailer Costco Wholesale Corporation has initiated legal proceedings against the United States government, pressing for guaranteed full refunds on billions of dollars in import duties should the Supreme Court determine that the former presidential administration exceeded its authority in imposing global tariffs without explicit congressional approval. Filed during the Thanksgiving holiday period with the…
Hong Kong health officials confirmed a worrying case of severe pediatric influenza involving a six-month-old girl this week, prompting intensified calls for the public, especially families, to receive the seasonal flu vaccination ahead of anticipated lower temperatures. The infant, who had pre-existing health issues and had not received the 2025/26 seasonal influenza vaccine, is currently…
Following the tragic five-alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, community members and animal welfare groups have established earnest memorials to honor the significant number of companion animals who perished alongside human victims in the late November incident, highlighting the city’s deep connection to its pets. This widespread public response, amplified…
Following the devastating No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong police have issued an urgent plea to online platforms and the public to immediately cease the dissemination of graphic images allegedly depicting human remains from the disaster scene. Authorities warned that circulating these sensitive photographs inflicts severe distress on…
Search and recovery operations in Hong Kong continue across multiple residential blocks following a catastrophic fire, with authorities confirming on Tuesday afternoon that the revised death toll stands at 156. Police investigators are racing against time to locate approximately 30 individuals still missing while managing the complex process of identifying victims. The extensive effort, which…
Renewed tensions flared in the East China Sea this week following a maritime confrontation near the disputed Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands, as China’s Coast Guard (CCG) reported engaging a Japanese fishing vessel allegedly operating illegally in what Beijing claims are its territorial waters. The incident, occurring on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, near the uninhabited yet strategically critical…
Following a devastating residential fire, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun, confirmed Tuesday that ten foreign domestic helpers perished in the Wang Fuk Court blaze, leaving three injured and approximately 30 still unaccounted for. The tragic event, which occurred at the densely populated estate, involved 235 documented foreign domestic helpers working within…
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun, confirmed ongoing recovery efforts and detailed the toll following a devastating recent fire at Wang Fuk Court, a residential estate. The blaze, which occurred while 235 foreign domestic helpers were working in the complex, resulted in 10 confirmed fatalities and three injuries. While 192 individuals were…
Fast-fashion behemoths Shein and Temu are facing escalating scrutiny in the United States, as senior political figures initiate investigations into allegations spanning forced labor, intellectual property theft, and the sale of counterfeit goods. This surge in regulatory attention, mirroring actions taken in Europe, targets practices related to their supply chains, product safety, and competitive fairness,…
Hong Kong Customs officials successfully intercepted a major sea-smuggling operation on November 19, seizing approximately HK$195 million worth of undeclared goods aboard an ocean-going container vessel. Utilizing sophisticated intelligence and comprehensive risk analysis, authorities targeted a shipment originally declared to contain low-value items but which concealed a vast array of high-value contraband destined for Indonesia.…
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Security, Chris Tang, has immediately outlawed the local operations of two political organizations, the “Hong Kong Parliament” and the “Hong Kong Democratic Independence Union,” citing the need to safeguard national security. The directive, authorized under Section 60(1) of the 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, effectively designates both groups as prohibited organizations,…
Hong Kong authorities have activated 10 dedicated hotlines, effective immediately, appealing to the public for video and photographic evidence related to the recent Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po. The proactive measure aims to bolster the ongoing investigation into the incident, utilizing community assistance to gather vital visual information that may clarify the circumstances…
A serious industrial incident occurred Monday afternoon at an electrical manufacturing facility within the Tai Po Industrial Estate, Hong Kong, resulting in injuries to two construction workers who fell approximately five meters into mechanical equipment. The accident, which prompted an immediate response from emergency rescue teams, took place on Dai Shun Street just before 2…
HONG KONG — A highly anticipated community press conference organized to scrutinize high-rise building repair regulations following the deadly No. 5-alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po was abruptly canceled Tuesday morning, according to organizers. The session, intended to address victim support, rehousing efforts, and calls for an independent investigation into the recent…
In a deeply moving and structured ceremony, family members and hundreds of Hong Kong firefighters gathered today at Wang Fuk Court to observe the seventh-day tribute for fallen colleague Ho Wai-ho, honoring a traditional rite following his death on December 2, 2025. The solemn roadside observance provided a moment for the community to mourn, reflect,…
Hong Kong residents and visitors are preparing for one of the year’s most spectacular celestial events: the annual Geminid meteor shower. Activity is slated to peak dramatically overnight between December 14th and December 15th, offering stargazers the potential to witness up to 150 meteors per hour under optimal conditions. The Hong Kong Space Museum confirmed…
In Hong Kong, forensic investigators are continuing a rigorous recovery operation following the catastrophic high-rise fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, which has tragically claimed at least 151 lives. The intensive search, now in its fourth day, aims to provide closure for grieving families as officials work tirelessly to identify the remaining victims.…
In the aftermath of the devastating No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, which has resulted in significant loss of life, a prominent legislator has publicly urged authorities to investigate the purported online circulation of sensitive images related to the deceased. Today, lawmaker Doreen Kong alerted the public and…
Following the devastating Tai Po Wang Fuk Court inferno that reportedly claimed 151 lives, with 39 individuals still missing, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced an immediate, independent inquiry led by a judge. The formation of the commission, detailed ahead of Tuesday’s Executive Council meeting, aims to conduct an exhaustive fact-finding exercise to…
TAI PO, HONG KONG — Authorities are investigating the tragic death of a 38-year-old man who fell from a residential building in Tai Po late Monday night, Hong Kong Standard Time. The incident, classified by police as a “person falling from height,” occurred between Wang Fuk Court and Kwong Fuk Estate and is believed to…