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Derek Chan (right) arrives at City Gallery in Central for the hearing. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong fire services declined Tai Po alert over confusion fears, inquiry hears

System, which triggers high-pitched alarm on mobile phones, would have offered little help as it takes up to one hour to activate, officer says.

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Hong Kong society

Personal info of 9,045 people compromised in Hong Kong private club data breach

Hong Kong society

Film on Manila hostage crisis sparks debate over ‘secondary trauma’ in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Lifetime of memories’: survivors return to worst-hit Wang Fuk Court block

Survivors recount narrow escapes and salvage belongings, as some demand accountability and criticise time limits after deadly blaze.

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A framed wedding photo has been found as Wang Fuk Court residents return to their flats to pack their belongings. Photo: Karma Lo
A framed wedding photo has been found as Wang Fuk Court residents return to their flats to pack their belongings. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Regulatory vacuum’: Hong Kong fire probe reveals confusion over safety roles

Testimony by fire services officials shows departments split over handling complaints on Wang Fuk Court renovations.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Residents leave prayers and flowers on third day of return to Wang Fuk Court

Group are latest batch of residents to return to their flats in Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court under special government arrangement.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Polyfoam use left unchecked amid gap in supervision, Tai Po fire probe hears

Fire service official Michael Yung says responsibility for flagged hazards lies with Housing Bureau’s Independent Checking Unit and Labour Department.

Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Jelly Tse
Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po blaze probe: temporary removal of fireproof windows ‘complied with rules’

Panel chairman questions whether interests of workers and residents are at odds under existing regulations.

Hong Kong society

‘All risks must be controlled,’ John Lee says on basketball betting U-turn

City leader defends halt on basketball betting, citing ‘worrying’ prediction market trend.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

More Wang Fuk Court residents return to search for items in fire-ravaged homes

On second day of residents’ return to their devastated homes, some bid emotional farewell while others say three hours is insufficient time for packing.

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A resident surnamed Lou found the remains of his Leica camera amid ashes. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Vote rigging at Wang Fuk Court went unchecked before deadly fire, inquiry hears

Ex-committee member Jason Kong says proxy votes kept predecessors in power until controversial HK$336 million renovation led to their ousting.

Jason Kong talks to the press after his testimony. Photo: Elson Li
Jason Kong talks to the press after his testimony. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Like charcoal’: Wang Fuk Court residents sift through ashes for belongings

Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk says first day of phased re-entry proceeded ‘in an orderly manner’ and describes process as ‘largely smooth’.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Returning to a fire-ravaged home in Wang Fuk Court: what to prepare

If you plan to return to the Tai Po fire site to retrieve belongings, here are some ways to navigate the terrain and deal with emotional triggers.

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Hong Kong society

‘No mood for work’: ship mechanic’s future clouded by Aberdeen marina project

‘I have put my heart and soul into the workshop for several decades … After the plan was announced, I have had no mood for work,’ David Chan says.

David Chan says he plans to keep working for a few years. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong culture

New York Met exhibit in Hong Kong ‘underscores importance of cultural exchanges’

About 200 pieces of jewellery from 4,000 years of history across five continents on display at Hong Kong Palace Museum for next six months.

The exhibition, “Treasures of Global Jewellery from the Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Body Transformed”, will run until October 19 at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on Sunday. Photo: Karma Lo
The exhibition, “Treasures of Global Jewellery from the Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Body Transformed”, will run until October 19 at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on Sunday. Photo: Karma Lo
Accidents and personal safety

14 hurt after minibus slams into back of goods vehicle in Hong Kong

Crash occurred at about 9.30pm in Tsing Yi.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens at ‘pinnacle’ on 50th anniversary, pioneering coach says

First tournament in 1976 drew 3,000, while this year’s event at Kai Tak Stadium has attracted more than 140,000, with three-day passes sold out.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court residents prepare for emotional return to site of deadly fire

Grief counsellor and psychologist help residents prepare physically and mentally for the expected ‘sensory shock’ of returning to ravaged homes.

The catastrophic fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court claimed 168 lives and destroyed all but one of the estate’s eight buildings. Photo: Jelly Tse
The catastrophic fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court claimed 168 lives and destroyed all but one of the estate’s eight buildings. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong Housing Society aims to boost supply of subsidised sale flats

Chairman Ling Kar-kan says society will still supply more rental flats.

Hong Kong society

Charity breeding Labrador with golden retriever to boost guide dog supply

‘Labradors are naturally friendly, obedient and food-motivated, which is a good quality for training due to the high-value, immediate reward,’ charity says.

Hong Kong society

Gloomy weather can’t take shine off Hong Kong Sevens for visiting rugby fans

Rugby tournament kicks off 50th anniversary edition with spectators in party mood.

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The Hong Kong Sevens got under way on Friday at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po fire: owners’ group repeatedly complained about use of flammable materials

Former management committee chair says residents felt ‘helpless’ and ‘couldn’t find anything in Hong Kong law to justify our demands’.

Tony Tsui, former chairman of the estate’s management committee for the owners’ group, arrives at City Gallery. Photo: Edmond So
Tony Tsui, former chairman of the estate’s management committee for the owners’ group, arrives at City Gallery. Photo: Edmond So
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong to scrap fax messaging between police and fire services for emergencies

Security chief Chris Tang says system to be digitised after Tai Po fire inquiry reveals use of fax for sharing emergency appeals gathered online.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po probe: owners urged contractor to use fire-resistant materials ‘in vain’

Spotlight on oversight failures as attention turns to management committee and contractor conduct, with former chair set to testify.

Hong Kong society

Give officials more power to probe suspected animal cruelty cases: watchdog

Office of the Ombudsman says existing ‘investigative approach is ineffective against offenders intending to conceal evidence’.

The ombudsman has also called for strengthening penalties against illegal animal traps. Photo: ISD
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