As Hong Kong mourns after a high-rise fire killed at least 151 people, anger is mounting over building safety lapses and government oversight.
Hong Kong to start independent inquiry into deadly fire as public pressure mounts
Hong Kong has set up an independent committee to investigate a deadly fire that burned seven apartment buildings and killed at least 151 people.
Hong Kong leader orders investigation into deadly fire that killed 151
Hong Kong's leader John Lee has ordered the creation of an independent committee to investigate the cause of a devastating fire that killed at least 151 people.
Hong Kong to set up inquiry into deadly fire
The fire started in scaffolding that had been set up around the Wang Fuk Court complex for maintenance work and spread to seven of the eight towers.
Hong Kong fire survivor recounts devastating last phone call with wife of 40 years
Yip Ka-kui watched in agony as fire engulfed his Hong Kong apartment building, speaking with his wife of 40 years who was trapped inside.
Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Is Squeezed by China’s Firm Hand
Official efforts to control the public response include a threat to arrest those who direct their anger at the government.
Hong Kong investigators highlight role of netting in deadly fire
Authorities say construction materials at site of disaster that killed 151 did not comply with anti-flammability standards ...
Hong Kong apartment fire death toll mounts, and China stifles criticism as safety violations are revealed
As the death toll in the Hong Kong apartment complex fire tops 150, Chinese authorities seek to stifle criticism amid new revelations of safety violations.
Hong Kong fire probe reveals unsafe netting as public mourns and government stifles dissent
Hong Kong authorities say some of the netting on buildings that caught fire last week did not meet codes for fire resistance.
Hong Kong authorities say netting on buildings that caught fire, killing 151, did not meet code
Hong Kong authorities say the netting on buildings that caught fire last week did not meet codes for fire resistance.
Donations for Hong Kong fire victims reach $115 million, while crackdown on dissent hardens
Donations to victims of a devastating fire in Hong Kong have reached about $115 million after the blaze that began Wednesday claimed at least 146 lives and left thousands homeless.
Hong Kong residential tower fire toll rises to 146 as more bodies are found
Death toll reaches 146 in Hong Kong apartment complex fire, with 100 people still unaccounted for. Faulty fire alarms, bamboo scaffolding and flammable foam panels are the focus of investigation.
JAFF Teams With Asian Film Awards Academy for Hong Kong Cinema Showcase
The Jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival is teaming with the Asian Film Awards Academy for a second consecutive year to present a Hong Kong film program.
Death Toll in Hong Kong Fire Rises as Investigators Probe Building Safety
Over 140 people are dead and thousands displaced after a blaze ripped through a Hong Kong apartment complex on Wednesday.