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After the Hong Kong inferno: inside the 5 December Guardian Weekly
- A massive fire tore through seven adjacent Hong Kong apartment blocks, causing a high death toll and widespread damage.
- Officials face questions over building materials and regulatory oversight following residents’ complaints.
- Authorities are under pressure to explain governance and accountability amid accusations of negligence.
- The Guardian Weekly cover story by Helen Davidson and Shanshan Kao details the devastating aftermath.
- Analysts compare the incident to Grenfell, highlighting how safety reforms followed the earlier disaster.
- The article notes Hong Kong’s political climate makes accountability for citizens difficult.
- The piece highlights the aftermath as public demand for accountability grows at the Wang Fuk Court complex.
- The weekly edition delivers broader context with top reads on Europe, leadership, and regional conflicts.
- The feature on extremism examines how Buddhism is being weaponized for nationalist aims.
- The issue includes cultural pieces on Cliff Richard and Tom Stoppard, highlighting contemporary arts.
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