Hong Kong officials said Monday that their investigation into a deadly blaze that killed at least 151 people has revealed some of the netting that covered scaffolding used in renovations was not up to fire-safety codes, as a wave of public sympathy and support was met by government moves to stifle criticism. CBC | World News

The move will raise taxes by up to £124 for those affected, HMRC estimates. Daily Express :: Finance Feed

If you’re heading overseas for Christmas make sure you don’t run into any unexpected issues. Daily Express :: Travel Feed

Manifest aired for three seasons before it was randomly cancelled, thankfully Netflix swooped in to save the day. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed

The Office for Budget Responsibility remains in huge hot water over the farcicle leak. Daily Express :: News Feed

The popular artisan bakery chain, with locations across the UK, is set to open 40 new stores after sales rose to £278 million despite pre-tax losses widening. Daily Express :: Life and Style Feed

Courtney Sarault won the women’s overall title and Canada clinched its second straight team Crystal Globe at the short track World Tour finale on Sunday in Dordrecht, Netherlands. CBC | Sports News

Sir Keir Starmer blasted on Sky News over the latest Budget from his party. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed

The film holds an impressive 94% rating Daily Express :: Entertainment Feed

Two conservative challengers were practically tied for the lead in Honduras’s presidential contest, with votes from about 55 per cent of polling places counted early Monday, according to preliminary and partial results. CBC | World News