Girl, 14, killed in her tent by barbecue fumes: Brother, 11, and parents found unconscious

Henry Tang, the man tipped to be Hong Kong's next chief executive, has blamed his wife amid a scandal over a basement built illegally in their home.

The structure under the swimming pool reportedly includes an entertainment suite, a jacuzzi and wine cellar.

The 59-year-old said he would not quit the leadership race despite public criticism.

Hong Kong's next leader, who replaces Donald Tsang, will be chosen by a 1,200-member committee on 25 March.

The seemingly minor scandal has set off a media frenzy rare even for Hong Kong's free-wheeling press, reports the BBC's Juliana Liu.

On Thursday, journalists and protesters besieged Mr Tang's home in the Kowloon district. Cameramen brought cranes to see into the premises while angry citizens gathered outside.       More