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Hong Kong Police Target Construction Firm After Deadly Wang Fuk Court Fire

Smoke rises from residential buildings as fires continue to burn at Wang Fuk Court in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. Hong Kong police have raided the offices of a construction company linked to the catastrophic blaze at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, which has become the city’s deadliest fire in decades. The inferno, which erupted on November 26, tore through multiple high-rise towers, killing at least 55 people and leaving nearly 300 residents missing . Authorities revealed that the company under investigation had been conducting maintenance work at the housing estate, including the installation of bamboo scaffolding and foam materials that may have accelerated the spread of the flames. Police have already arrested three men on suspicion of manslaughter , citing gross negligence in the use of unsafe construction materials. The fire, which engulfed seven of the estate’s eight towers, displaced thousands of residents and overwhelmed emergency servic...

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Canada's Federal Election 2025: A Nation Prepares to Vote


On Monday, April 28, Canadians will head to the polls to elect members of the House of Commons for the 45th Canadian Parliament. This election marks a pivotal moment in the nation's political landscape, with key issues such as climate change, economic recovery, and healthcare reform dominating party platforms.

Advance polls have already seen record-breaking participation, with over 7.3 million Canadians casting their votes early. The election will also introduce a new 343-seat electoral map, reflecting changes from the 2021 census.

As the nation gears up for election day, voters are encouraged to check their registration status and polling locations through the Elections Canada website. With the stakes high and the future uncertain, this election promises to shape Canada's trajectory for years to come.

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