Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 94
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The fire struck as Hong Kong braces for the sentencing of media tycoon Jimmy Lai — the most prominent of hundreds of pro-democracy figures and activists facing lengthy jail terms.
Years after it was replaced in mainland China, bamboo scaffolding is still a common sight in the Chinese territory, but may be phased out after the devastating Wang Fuk Court blaze.
As stunned Hong Kong residents grapple with the sheer speed and scale of a deadly fire, they’re raising critical questions about whether this disaster could have been prevented.
China Taiping Insurance is coming under renewed attention after its role as an underwriter on a Hong Kong housing estate was revealed during the city’s worst fire disaster in more than 60 years.
Authorities say firefighters are having trouble reaching the top floors. At least 44 people are dead with over 270 missing.
The Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation recently visited Vietnam with 'Twilight of the Warriors' stars Louis Koo and Sammo Hung — and a plan to revitalize the regional box office.
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