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Hong Kong has released the full report on Tai Po fire tragedy. Here’s all you need to know

South China Morning Post ·

We have put together 10 stories from our coverage on the full report of the Wang Fuk Court fire, released almost a year since the tragedy claimed 168 lives. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. John Lee apologises for Tai Po fire, unveils reforms as housing…

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  10. 'Historic day': PM Modi welcomes launch of Kashi-Delhi Vande Bharat sleeper train The Times of India ·

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