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Former Tesla supervisor sues over Cybertruck parts injury
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A former safety supervisor at Tesla's Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, has filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging severe injuries from unsecured Cybertruck parts that fell on him in February 2024. The plaintiff claims the incident resulted from inadequate safety measures prioritizing production over worker protection. He seeks more than $1 million in damages following his termination a month later.
Hong Kong's inquiry into the deadly Tai Po fire at Wang Fuk Court heard that the temporary removal of fireproof windows complied with regulations. Panel chairman Mr Justice David Lok Kai-hong questioned whether existing rules fairly balance workers' welfare and residents' safety. The inferno, which lasted 43 hours starting November 26 last year, killed 168 people in the deadliest blaze since 1948.
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A four-story temple in Redcliffe near Verulam, north of Durban, collapsed on December 12, 2025, while workers added a structure on top, resulting in one confirmed death and several injuries. Rescue operations continue as teams search for others trapped under the rubble. The building lacked approved plans, making it illegal.