Hong Kong, 30 November — Motorists looking to drive their private vehicles into mainland China via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) are reminded that the 67th round of the highly competitive Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles scheme lottery opens registration this week. The Transport Department announced today that the registration period for the computer…
A significant portion of the global commercial aviation fleet, encompassing approximately 6,000 aircraft from the Airbus A320 family, faced an immediate grounding order late last week following a critical technical directive issued by the aircraft manufacturer. The decision, announced Friday, November 28, centered on a newly identified vulnerability within the flight-control systems susceptible to interference…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng has initiated legal action against the spread of what it claims is a fabricated, AI-generated video designed to damage its brand. The incident, centered around the recent Guangzhou Auto Show, unfolded on Friday, November 28, when a deeply manipulated video circulated across mainland Chinese social media platforms depicting unprofessional and…
A young man was rescued from Victoria Harbour late Friday night after falling into the water near the bustling Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, prompting a rapid response from emergency services. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on November 29, opposite the Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, close to the popular Avenue of Stars. Firefighters quickly retrieved…
Caracas, Venezuela—The Venezuelan government sharply denounced a recent advisory from the United States regarding its national airspace, labeling the move an “extravagant, illegal, and unjustified aggression” that directly challenges the nation’s sovereign rights. Over the weekend, officials in Caracas formally rejected what they view as Washington’s attempt to assert extraterritorial jurisdiction, arguing the U.S. position…
HONG KONG, November 30, 2025 — Following a devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, specialized forensic teams have begun the grim task of identifying victims amid a catastrophic loss of life. The fire, which ripped through parts of the residential complex, has tragically claimed at least 128 lives, injured 83 others, and…
A catastrophic No. 5-alarm fire that engulfed Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, has resulted in a staggering loss of life, with the confirmed death toll reaching 128, including international residents working as domestic helpers. Following confirmation that two Indonesian nationals perished, the Philippine Consulate General in Hong…
Following the devastating five-alarm Wang Fuk Court residential fire in Tai Po, Hong Kong, which tragically claimed at least 128 lives and injured 83 others on November 26, 2025, a rapidly organized resident advocacy group abruptly ceased operations after police detained one of its purported leaders. The online entity, known as the “Wang Fuk Court…
Following the devastating five-alarm Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po, Hong Kong, authorities have initiated a critical identification process to assist relatives searching for missing loved ones. The specialized center, situated at the Tai Po Community Hall, opened today, November 29, 2025, offering a structured environment for affected families to view identification photographs and…
The tragic No. 5 alarm fire that ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po earlier this week has claimed the life of a dedicated rescue worker, bringing the overall death toll of the devastating incident to at least 128 people. On November 29, 2025, the community and the Fire Services Department (FSD) mourned 37-year-old firefighter…
Hong Kong’s Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has intensified an ongoing investigation, establishing a specialized task force to probe alleged corruption surrounding a major public housing maintenance initiative at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. The move follows a series of arrests targeting key personnel this week, underscoring the severity of the suspected irregularities linked…
A man in his 50s succumbed to injuries following a fatal cycling crash midday Saturday in Ma On Shan, Hong Kong, underscoring the inherent dangers of riding on challenging sloped terrain. The incident occurred around 12:09 p.m. on Mui Tsz Lam Road when the cyclist reportedly lost control, struck a roadside barrier, and was thrown…
Hong Kong is grappling with the aftermath of a catastrophic fire that swept through Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, resulting in a staggering loss of life and a large-scale identification challenge. As of the afternoon of November 29, the confirmed death toll stood tragically high at 128, with 83 individuals sustaining injuries. This urban…
A powerful tropical storm, Typhoon Koto, swept through Vietnam’s south-central region this weekend, resulting in at least one confirmed fatality and three individuals currently missing as local authorities undertake damage assessments and recovery efforts. The incident, reported by the Vietnam News Agency on Saturday, highlights the storm’s immediate human toll while initial economic losses begin…
A newly arrived Filipino domestic worker is fighting for her life in a Hong Kong intensive care unit after sacrificing her safety to protect an infant during a catastrophic residential fire that claimed 128 lives on Friday. The tragedy unfolded at Wang Fuk Court, where a raging inferno caused massive fatalities and injuries. Firefighters on…
Philippine aviation faced widespread disruption Saturday after a mandatory global technical advisory from Airbus prompted the grounding of numerous jets, leading to the cancellation of at least 82 flights across the archipelago. The emergency measure, focused on updating flight-control software on A320 and A321 aircraft, was implemented by major carriers beginning in the early hours…
Hong Kong’s specialized forensic police units deployed today to begin the painstaking process of evidence recovery and victim identification following the catastrophic five-alarm fire that engulfed Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. The blaze, which tragically claimed 128 lives, injured over 70, and left approximately 200 people unaccounted for, triggered a massive response. On Friday…
Hong Kong authorities have rapidly assembled a high-level, cross-departmental task force to thoroughly investigate the recent fatal fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Formed and chaired by the Fire Services Department (FSD), the investigative unit held its inaugural meeting yesterday to define its operational scope before conducting an immediate on-site inspection. The primary…
Following a major blaze that ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, concerns regarding fire safety measures involving external construction scaffolding have intensified across Hong Kong, prompting residents of other estates undergoing refurbishment to demand immediate clarity and action. This increased scrutiny reached a pivot point on Thursday evening at Sui Wo Court in Fo…
Early this morning, Hong Kong emergency services successfully contained a fire aboard a cargo ship anchored in the busy western anchorage area. The incident, reported around 1:25 a.m. today, November 29, initiated a coordinated response from marine authorities, involving specialized fireboats and firefighting personnel to subdue the smoke and flames. Critically, officials confirmed that no…