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What Caused The ECRL Canopy Collapse?

Nov 19, 2025

Authorities have identified the possible cause of yesterday's steel canopy collapse along an ECRL construction site near Batu Caves. 

According to the HR Ministry, checks by the Dept of Occupational Safety and Health revealed the incident happened after a sky lift crane collided with the steel structure.  

It adds that some high-risk works were being conducted without a permit from the main contractor.  

The steel canopy fell onto a passing car, but the driver was unhurt.  

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His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia has expressed concern over recent serious crimes involving students.  

As such, His Majesty urged schools and universities to revamp the education system, so that it focuses on humanity, ethics, emotional control, and legal awareness.  

The King adds that all levels of society need to work together to deal with the issue, and advised against quick-fix measures such as banning certain technologies. 

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The Malaysian Medical Association has welcomed the Health Ministry's proposal to outsource some of its child malnutrition screenings to private GPs. 

It told the NST that if it’s implemented properly, it can do a lot to deal with the issue of malnutrition and stunting among children.  

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Authorities have confirmed that a recent viral video showing a man being electrocuted while putting up a political flag had nothing to do with the upcoming Sabah state election.  

Police and the Fire and Rescue Department confirmed that the video was an old incident that happened three years ago. 

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