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MAHA 2026: 2.2 million visitors recorded on seventh day
MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang, has attracted 2.2 million visitors and RM14 million in sales by its seventh day. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu announced the figures and highlighted MoUs signed, including RM4 million for a tuna enterprise in Labuan.
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Fahmi visits human graphics performer who collapsed at National Day event
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil visited Nur Rossuzieyana Safiyya Rosidi, who is recovering at Hospital Putrajaya after collapsing during the National Day human graphics performance at Dataran Putrajaya. He reported her condition as stable and asked the public to pray for her.
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Orgabio buys Semenyih industrial property for RM11.26m to expand warehousing
Orgabio Holdings is acquiring a freehold industrial property in Semenyih, Selangor for RM11.26 million. The company plans to use the site, which is adjacent to its new factory, for warehousing to support its instant beverage premix operations.
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Sunway helps rehabilitation center residents build a new life
Sunway Group launched its #SunwayforGood food program at Rumah Sahabat in Hulu Langat, buying 5,000 burgers from the drug rehabilitation center's residents. The National Day event was attended by the Raja Muda of Selangor and involved 500 guests from 10 welfare homes in Selangor.
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MAHA 2026 draws 1.87 million visitors, sales near RM12 million in six days
The Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition (MAHA) 2026 in Serdang has recorded 1.87 million visitors and nearly RM12 million in sales in its first six days. Agriculture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu acknowledged traffic congestion and said organizers will add transport for visitors.
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Veteran actor Aziz Abdullah dies
Veteran Malaysian actor Aziz Abdullah died at Hospital Sultan Idris Shah in Serdang at 7:21 am yesterday due to complications from multiple illnesses and infections. He was 70. His funeral was held at Masjid Al-Hasanah in Bandar Baru Bangi, and he was buried at the Sungai Tangkas Muslim Cemetery.
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Man who caused National Day provocation tests positive for drugs
A 30-year-old man surrendered to police in Putrajaya after allegedly provoking a shoving incident at the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya. He tested positive for THC and was remanded for one day. Police are investigating under multiple sections including the Dangerous Drugs Act and the Penal Code.
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Cook arrested for inciting crowd at National Day parade in Putrajaya; remanded one day
A 30-year-old cook was arrested in Putrajaya for allegedly urging the public to break through safety barriers at the 2026 National Day celebration, causing a stampede that injured several people. He was produced in court and remanded for one day to assist investigations.
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Musee Platinum at IOI Conezion Offers INDIBA Early Bird Promotion with Over RM500 Savings
Starting 2 September 2026, Musee Platinum at IOI Conezion is offering an early bird promotion on INDIBA treatments, saving customers over RM500. The offer is limited and exclusive to this location.
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RM2 billion becomes the target
The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) launched new export and branding guidelines at MAHA 2026 in Serdang to boost the industry's competitiveness. The government targets raising pineapple export value from RM1.02 billion in 2025 to RM2 billion by 2027.
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PKPS, Nafas sign RM30m MoU to expand market access, strengthen agrifood supply chain
Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation (PKPS) and National Farmers Organisation (Nafas) signed a memorandum of understanding at MAHA 2026 in Serdang. The RM30 million collaboration will see both organisations distribute each other's products through their respective networks to expand market access nationwide.
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Police search for man who caused provocation at National Day celebration in Putrajaya
Police are looking for a man who allegedly caused a commotion and provoked people during the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya. The incident happened at 5am, and four police reports have been lodged.
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47 HASiL officers take part in 69th National Day parade
A total of 47 officers from the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (HASiL) participated in the 69th National Day parade at Dataran Putrajaya. The participation was to show the commitment of HASiL staff and to convey the message that tax responsibilities are part of a shared contribution to national development.
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'Some people think we don't have a car and are asnaf'
A family from Taman Kobena, Seremban, rode a motorcycle to Dataran Putrajaya to attend the 69th National Day celebration. The mother, Aznira Zakaria, shared their journey on social media, which went viral as some netizens assumed they were poor. She clarified they simply wanted to create memories with their children.
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MAHA 2026 draws Russian, Uzbek, Palestinian food firms seeking Malaysian market entry
MAHA 2026 at MAEPS in Serdang is providing a platform for international food producers to enter the Malaysian market. Exhibitors from Russia, Uzbekistan, and Palestine are showcasing products, with Russian turkey already available in local supermarkets and restaurants.
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Eco Radiance: New Freehold Township in Semenyih
EcoWorld's new Eco Radiance township in Semenyih, Selangor, is a large-scale 'City in Nature' development with homes, commercial areas, and parks. The first residential precinct, Astrea Collection, offers terrace homes priced above RM680,000.
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MAHA 2026 attracts 1.8 million visitors, records RM6m sales in three days
MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang, has drawn 1.8 million visitors and generated nearly RM6 million in sales in its first three days. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu announced the figures and said shuttle services are being increased to manage the heavy turnout.
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Customs sniffer dogs Goku and Cafrey join military K9s marching at Putrajaya National Day
At the National Day parade in Dataran Putrajaya, sniffer dogs from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department and military K9s from the Malaysian Armed Forces marched alongside 33 other dogs. The event showcased the dogs' training and the handlers' efforts to ensure their performance.
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From page to pageantry: shaping the story of the Merdeka Parade
The 69th National Day celebration took place at Dataran Putrajaya, featuring nearly 11,000 participants. The article profiles Saifulkhairi Ahmad, the scriptwriter for the ceremony since 2008, and details the preparations for the human graphic display performed by 1,500 students.