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Hong Kong's deadliest blaze in decades kills at least 94, scores missing

14 Sept 21:39 Key points summarised by AI

A catastrophic fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court apartment complex has resulted in at least 94 fatalities, including a firefighter and two migrant workers, marking it as the city's deadliest blaze since 1948.
Authorities are actively investigating the fire's origin, scrutinizing renovation work, the use of bamboo scaffolding, and widespread reports of non-functional fire alarms, leading to the arrest of three individuals on negligence suspicions.
The Hong Kong government has pledged immediate inspections of all ongoing housing estate renovations, established a HK$300 million relief fund, and opened shelters for displaced residents, while community volunteers also mobilize aid.
The death toll remains subject to increase, with many initially unaccounted for and numerous survivors in critical condition, highlighting the profound and ongoing impact of the tragedy on the community.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.