Deadly Hong Kong Blaze Exposes Renovation Negligence and Corruption

A horrific fire engulfed seven of eight towers in Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court, claiming at least 94 lives and exposing critical failures that allowed tragedy to unfold. As firefighters completed their final search for survivors, the spotlight turns on the renovation project underway — now mired in allegations of corruption and gross negligence.How Did Safety Measures Fail So Catastrophically?The blaze spread with alarming speed, fueled by bamboo scaffolding wrapped in flammable netting and plastic foam panels found near elevator lobbies — materials that investigators suspect did not meet fire resistance standards. These dangerous shortcuts suggest a glaring disregard for...