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Britain suspects China of involvement in cyberattack on Foreign Office

The UK Foreign Office suffered a cyberattack in October, in which British officials suspect the involvement of Chinese state entities. Although there is no official confirmation, the incident occurred amid strained relations between the countries.

News of the World • December 19, 11:59 AM • 3012 views
At least 22 people, including a pregnant woman, have died in a fire at an office building in the Indonesian capitalPhoto

22 people, including a pregnant woman, died in a massive fire that broke out on Tuesday in an office building in the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. The fire engulfed the seven-story building, causing panic and thick black smoke.

News of the World • December 9, 03:34 PM • 2950 views
Russian LNG plant in the Baltic made its first delivery to China after US sanctions - Bloomberg

A Russian LNG plant on the Baltic Sea coast has delivered gas to China for the first time since the introduction of US sanctions. The vessel Valera arrived at the Beihai import terminal, indicating strengthening energy cooperation between the countries.

Economy • December 8, 08:01 AM • 3696 views
Hong Kong police arrest man over posts about deadly fire

Hong Kong police have arrested a man for social media posts criticizing authorities over a fire that killed 159 people. He was accused of inciting hatred against the government.

News of the World • December 7, 10:27 AM • 5095 views
Hong Kong urgently removes all external scaffolding after a massive fire that killed over 150 people

In Hong Kong, authorities ordered the immediate dismantling of external scaffolding at 210 sites after a fire killed 159 people. The investigation revealed suspicions of the use of forged safety certificates for materials.

News of the World • December 3, 03:37 PM • 3503 views
The death toll from the Hong Kong fire has risen to 151, with 30 more people missing - CNN

151 people died in the Hong Kong fire, and 30 more are considered missing. The bodies of some victims turned to ashes, which complicates the search.

News of the World • December 1, 12:59 PM • 2805 views
Huge fiery explosion at chemical waste dump in SydneyVideo

A massive fire broke out at a chemical waste dump in western Sydney, injuring two firefighters. The blaze is expected to continue throughout Sunday.

News of the World • November 30, 12:00 PM • 5792 views
Hong Kong takes measures to suppress public outrage after massive fire

Hong Kong authorities are responding to public outrage after a deadly fire by arresting 11 people and warning of measures against inciting unrest. National Security Police questioned the initiator of an online petition with demands to the government.

Crimes and emergencies • November 30, 11:15 AM • 5677 views
In Odesa, the director of a private company was served with a notice of suspicion for illegal construction on the Black Sea coast

The director of a private enterprise in Odesa is suspected of illegal construction in a recreational zone on the Black Sea coast. According to the investigation, since 2022, the company has been using the land free of charge and receiving profits from a hotel complex on this plot.

Crimes and emergencies • November 30, 10:58 AM • 11638 views
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 after search operations

In Hong Kong, the death toll from the fire in the Wang Fuk residential complex has risen to 146, with 30 more bodies found. About 100 people are missing, and 79 were injured.

News of the World • November 30, 10:38 AM • 4941 views
Explosion at a car service station in Kyiv: police reported detailsPhoto

An explosion occurred at a car service station in the Obolonskyi district of Kyiv during the replacement of gas filters in a vehicle. There were no casualties as a result of the incident, and the State Emergency Service and an investigative and operational group are working at the scene.

Kyiv • November 28, 05:28 PM • 4765 views
Hong Kong fire: death toll rises to 128Video

A devastating fire in a residential complex in Hong Kong has killed 128 people and injured 79. Around 200 people remain missing, and the death toll could rise.

News of the World • November 28, 08:24 AM • 3698 views
Hong Kong fire death toll continues to rise, last search for survivors in 7 towers underwayVideo

Firefighters continue to search for survivors after a massive fire engulfed seven of the eight towers of a complex in Hong Kong, claiming the lives of at least 94 people. More than 70 people were injured, and the fire became the deadliest in decades.

News of the World • November 28, 07:16 AM • 25896 views
Hong Kong fire: 83 dead, dozens missing, construction company executives arrestedPhoto

Hong Kong police arrested executives of Prestige Construction after the deadliest fire in nearly 80 years, which claimed the lives of 83 people. The fire engulfed the Wang Fuk Court residential complex, which was undergoing renovation and was wrapped in bamboo scaffolding.

News of the World • November 27, 07:56 PM • 4578 views
Massive fire in Hong Kong: death toll rises to 75

Hong Kong authorities have revised the death toll from the fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex, confirming at least 75 fatalities. Among the deceased are a 37-year-old firefighter and two Indonesians who worked as domestic helpers.

News of the World • November 27, 03:43 PM • 3152 views
Hong Kong fire: 55 dead, over 300 missing - Reuters

At least 55 people have died and another 279 are missing after a fire in a residential complex in Hong Kong. The tragedy may have been caused by the "gross negligence" of the construction company, which used dangerous materials.

News of the World • November 27, 08:16 AM • 3258 views
Massive fire in Hong Kong: three men arrested for involuntary manslaughterPhoto

Hong Kong police have arrested three men suspected of involvement in a massive fire at a residential complex in the Tai Po district. They have been charged with involuntary manslaughter; 44 people died and over 200 are missing.

Crimes and emergencies • November 27, 05:31 AM • 3517 views
Deadly Hong Kong fire exposes dangers of bamboo scaffolding: authorities review building standards

A massive fire in Hong Kong, which claimed 36 lives, has drawn attention to bamboo scaffolding, which is still widely used. Authorities have set up an investigation team to review building standards and fire resistance of materials.

News of the World • November 26, 08:11 PM • 4308 views
Massive fire in Hong Kong claims 36 lives, 279 missingPhotoVideo

At least 36 people, including a firefighter, have died, and 279 are still considered missing after a massive fire in a residential complex in Hong Kong. Another 29 people have been hospitalized, seven of whom are in critical condition.

News of the World • November 26, 06:02 PM • 12990 views
Taiwan to spend an additional $40 billion on defense to counter growing threats from China

The Taiwanese government has announced a special defense budget of $40 billion and measures to counter Chinese attacks. President Lai Ching-te stated that there would be no compromises on national security issues.

News of the World • November 26, 03:27 PM • 3018 views
Hong Kong residential complex fire: death toll rises to 13

Thirteen people have died in a fire that engulfed a residential complex in Hong Kong. The fire was classified as a level 5 fire, the highest level.

News of the World • November 26, 01:19 PM • 3191 views
Massive fire engulfs residential complex in Hong Kong: four deadPhoto

In Hong Kong, a fire engulfed several apartment buildings in a residential complex, killing four people. Two injured are in critical condition, one in stable condition.

News of the World • November 26, 11:24 AM • 3185 views
Snowman from "Frozen" "came to life" at Disneyland Paris: what is known about the Olaf robot

This week, Disneyland Paris unveiled a new generation Olaf robot. This was an ambitious technological breakthrough for Disney Imagineering, combining robotics, artificial intelligence, and modeling with Disney traditions.

Technologies • November 25, 02:23 PM • 90638 views
Frida Kahlo's self-portrait sold for a record $54.7 million

A self-portrait by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo titled "El sueño (La cama)" was sold at Sotheby's auction in New York for $54. 7 million. This made it Kahlo's most expensive work and the most expensive piece of Latin American art in history.

Culture • November 21, 03:32 AM • 4736 views
Paris court blocked the auction of the oldest calculator developed by Blaise PascalVideo

A Paris court has temporarily banned the export of one of the world's first calculating machines, La Pascaline, developed by Blaise Pascal in 1642. Christie's halted the sale of the machine, estimated to be worth 2-3 million euros, due to doubts about the legality of the export permit.

Culture • November 20, 07:24 AM • 5252 views
Five iconic films of the 2000s: what to watch this weekendVideo

UNN offers a selection of five iconic films from the early 2000s, including "Gladiator," "The Departed," and "The Dark Knight. " These films shaped modern cinema and remain captivating to watch.

Society • November 14, 01:27 PM • 161977 views
China lays groundwork for 'shadow fleet' to import Russian gas bypassing sanctions - Bloomberg

China is stepping up efforts to import Russian gas, laying the groundwork for its own "shadow fleet" of vessels to transport liquefied fuel, bypassing US sanctions. This will allow it to diversify supplies and strengthen ties with Russia, which needs buyers for its LNG.

Economy • November 12, 08:59 AM • 3420 views
Only in Ukraine are anti-corruption bodies completely uncontrolled, resulting in a series of questionable decisions – ex-prosecutor

Former prosecutor Stanislav Bronytskyi stated that there is no control over NABU and SAP, which leads to questionable decisions and the dismissal of prosecutors. He noted that since 2015, no audit of SAP has been conducted, unlike international practice.

Society • November 10, 03:21 PM • 10084 views
EU reveals details of 19th sanctions package: almost 120 vessels and 44 companies under restrictionsPhoto

The Official Journal of the EU has published the content of the 19th sanctions package, adopted on October 23. The restrictions apply to 116 vessels of the "shadow fleet" and 44 legal entities from various countries, including Russia, Hong Kong, China, India, and Thailand.

Economy • October 23, 09:18 AM • 3046 views
US stock market approaches record highs: whose shares have risen

The US stock market is showing growth, approaching historical highs, as companies begin to report summer earnings. Shares of General Motors, RTX, Danaher, and Coca-Cola exceeded analysts' expectations, while some tech giants, such as Alphabet, are showing declines.

News of the World • October 21, 06:59 PM • 3038 views