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November 28, 2025

At least 128 dead and dozens missing in Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades

A general view shows the aftermath of a large fire that swept through several apartment buildings in the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district on November 27, 2025. — AFP The death toll from Hong Kong’s worst fire in decades rose to 128 on Friday, with dozens missing as authorities said fire alarms in residential buildings were not working properly. Families searched hospitals and victim identification stations hoping to find their loved ones, with around 200 people still missing and 89 bodies still unaccounted for. Flames quickly tore through the Wang Fuk Court housing complex

November 2, 2023

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International

Hong Kong’s first Gay Games will shine a light on hope for Asian LGBTQ+ rights

A volunteer attends a press conference ahead of the Gay Games in Hong Kong, China, November 2, 2023.—Reuters The Gay Games will begin in Hong Kong on Friday, the first time the international sporting event has been held in Asia, despite local opposition and fears over civil liberties. The event, which features LGBTQ+ and heterosexual athletes, will see 2,381 people compete in sports including football and badminton – as well as Hong Kong dragon racing and mahjong – and aims to promote diversity through sport and culture. Participants pose for photos at a press conference ahead of the Gay Games

At least 128 dead and dozens missing in Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades

Hong Kong’s first Gay Games will shine a light on hope for Asian LGBTQ+ rights

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