Hong Kong fire: 159 dead, scaffolding nets ordered removed
Hong Kong authorities have ordered the removal of all scaffolding netting after a catastrophic blaze killed 159 people. Read the latest on the investigation and arrests.
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Hong Kong fire kills 94 after safety warnings ignored
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades claims 94 lives after contractors ignored multiple safety warnings. Investigation reveals flammable materials and failed alarms exacerbated tragedy.
Hong Kong fire kills 83, construction firm accused of negligence
At least 83 dead in Hong Kong's deadliest fire for generations as construction bosses arrested for gross negligence. Investigation focuses on bamboo scaffolding safety.
Hong Kong fire kills 65, sparks safety anger
A devastating blaze at Wang Fuk Court killed 65 people, raising urgent questions about high-rise fire safety and government accountability in Hong Kong. Read the full analysis.
Hong Kong fire: 65 dead, bamboo scaffolding blamed
A deadly high-rise fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has killed 65. Flammable bamboo scaffolding and negligent construction are suspected causes. Discover the full story.
Hong Kong fire kills 44, spread by flammable scaffolding
A devastating fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, fuelled by bamboo and plastic scaffolding, has killed dozens. Experts call for a ban on such materials to prevent future tragedies. Learn more.
Hong Kong fire: Bamboo scaffolding blamed for inferno
A devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong, exacerbated by bamboo scaffolding, has killed at least 44. Experts demand an end to the traditional material. Read the full investigation.
Hong Kong fire kills dozens in residential tower blocks
A major fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong has resulted in dozens of fatalities, with many more critically injured. The blaze spread rapidly via bamboo scaffolding. Read the latest updates.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 44, three arrested
A devastating fire in a Hong Kong residential tower has claimed 44 lives, with hundreds missing. Three men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter as the investigation begins.
44 killed in Hong Kong high-rise fire, hundreds missing
At least 44 people have died and hundreds are missing after a devastating fire engulfed residential high-rises in Hong Kong. A dedicated firefighter among the victims. Follow for latest updates.
Hong Kong fire: 36 dead, 279 missing in high-rise blaze
At least 36 people have died and 279 are missing after a devastating fire engulfed a high-rise housing complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district. Read the latest updates on this tragedy.
Hong Kong fire: Bamboo scaffolding blamed for 36 deaths
A deadly blaze in a Hong Kong tower block, which killed 36, spread rapidly due to traditional bamboo scaffolding. Discover the safety debate and government phase-out plans.
Hong Kong fire kills 36, 279 missing in high-rise blaze
At least 36 dead and 279 missing after devastating fire rips through Hong Kong housing complex. Emergency services battle inferno as residents evacuated.
13 dead in Hong Kong fire fuelled by bamboo scaffolding
Thirteen people have died and dozens are injured after a major fire spread across a Hong Kong housing estate via bamboo scaffolding. Read the latest on this devastating incident.
Four dead in Hong Kong high-rise fire
A severe No 4 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has left at least four people dead. Read the latest updates on this tragedy.
London's 'Scaffold House' nightmare crushes property prices
Residents of a quiet London suburb are in uproar as a dilapidated cottage shrouded in scaffolding for over two years continues to devastate local property values and blight the community.
Pet abandonments surge 31% in UK welfare crisis
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonments across England and Wales, with economic pressures creating a perfect storm for animal welfare charities.
Bathroom fitter smashes bank in city riot footage
Dramatic video captures the moment a bathroom fitter used a scaffolding pole to attack a city centre bank during violent disturbances. Exclusive details reveal the chaotic scenes that led to multiple arrests.
Scaffolding Collapse Sparks Mass London Evacuation
Emergency services rushed to a central London street after dangerous scaffolding collapsed, forcing immediate evacuations and road closures in a major safety incident.
Parthenon Sheds Scaffolding After 20 Years
For the first time in 20 years, visitors to Athens can witness the magnificent Parthenon completely free of restoration scaffolding, marking a historic moment for the iconic ancient temple.
Tel Aviv derby abandoned after pitch invasion chaos
The fiercely contested Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv derby was dramatically abandoned after just 28 minutes when violent pitch invasions and fireworks thrown at players forced officials to halt the match.
UK Couple's Home Covered in Mystery Scaffolding
A British couple returns from holiday to find their home entirely encased in unsolicited scaffolding, sparking a bizarre mystery and a frantic search for answers. Exclusive details.
Emergency at Parliament After Scaffolding Fall
A major emergency response unfolded at the Houses of Parliament after an individual fell from scaffolding. Read the latest on the incident and the condition of the person involved.
Family's 3-Year Garden Nightmare Over Abandoned Scaffolding
A British family has been trapped in their own home for three years, unable to use their garden due to dangerous, abandoned scaffolding erected by a neighbouring developer. Their desperate pleas for help have been ignored, exposing a shocking failure in t
Explorer Finds £3.5M Abandoned Mansion Frozen in Time
An urban explorer's astonishing discovery of a completely abandoned £3.5 million Hertfordshire mansion, left with everything inside—from family photos to luxury cars. This is the haunting story of a home frozen in time.
Abandoned Prime Minister's Family Castle in Decay
Explore the haunting beauty and rich history of Auchen Castle, the derelict Dumfriesshire estate with direct links to former UK Prime Minister Sir Alec Douglas-Home, now left to decay.
Skipsea's abandoned village crumbling into North Sea
The haunting story of Skipsea's abandoned village, where coastal erosion is causing entire streets to vanish into the North Sea, leaving behind crumbling ruins and a community's lost history.
Reading Festival's abandoned waste: A shocking investigation
An exclusive investigation into the staggering amount of waste left behind at Reading Festival 2024, from abandoned tents to untouched food, revealing a growing environmental crisis at UK music events.
Reading Festival site left in state of 'absolute carnage'
Shocking aerial photos reveal the apocalyptic aftermath of the Reading Festival 2024, with organisers facing a massive clean-up operation after attendees abandoned tonnes of rubbish and equipment.
Man finds house abandoned for 30 years, meals still on table
A man stumbled upon a suburban British house frozen in time, abandoned for three decades with family possessions, uneaten meals, and vintage treasures perfectly preserved.
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