Major fires, many of them linked to lax safety standards, have plagued South Korea for decades. The latest, on Wednesday, killed 38.
Tag: Accidents and Safety
Fire at Construction Site Kills 38 in South Korea
The blaze comes as President Moon Jae-in has struggled to make good on his pledge to put an end to the man-made disasters that have convulsed the country.
Luxury’s Hidden Indian Supply Chain
For many years Dior, Saint Laurent and other fashion brands have been quietly using Indian embroiderers for their goods, depending on their expertise while offering little in the way of employment protection.
After Deadly Jam on Everest, Nepal Delays New Safety Rules
The country said it would toughen regulations after several climbers died last year. But the rules will not go into effect this spring, and climbers want to know why.
After Factory Disaster, Bangladesh Made Big Safety Strides. Are the Bad Days Coming Back?
The Rana Plaza collapse, which killed over 1,100 garment workers, led to much better labor conditions. Now that legacy could be in jeopardy, as a power struggle unfolds over factory safety.
Storm Ciara, or Sabine, Leaves 5 Dead in Europe
A powerful winter storm battered Europe on Sunday, leaving power outages, transportation chaos and at least five deaths in its wake.
Mining Executives Face Homicide Charges in Brazil Dam Disaster
A year after a dam burst killed at least 259 people, prosecutors accused company executives of covering up safety concerns.
Flying Lanterns Probably Caused Zoo Fire in Germany, Police Say
The blaze burned down a primate enclosure, killing at least 30 animals. Three women told the police that they were sorry for using flying lanterns on New Year’s Eve.
Tourists Drowned at Pool in Spain Because They Couldn’t Swim, Police Say
A father and two children, ages 9 and 16, who died in a pool at a resort on the Costa del Sol, found themselves in deep water and unable to get out, the authorities said.
After Volcano Blast, New Zealand Asks if Adventure Tourism Can Last
The eruption on White Island has set off an intense debate on exploiting nature for thrills.