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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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Icon Oncology and Avisena to open new cancer centre in Klang Valley
Icon Oncology and Avisena Healthcare have signed an agreement to establish a new cancer centre at Avisena Specialist Hospital 2, focusing on women's cancers. The centre is expected to start operations in September 2026.
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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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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.
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Art exhibition explores how nation has bloomed since Merdeka
An art exhibition titled 'Mekar' at Artas Galeri in Petaling Jaya features works by four Malaysian artists, including Syed Zamzur Akasah and Arman Rizaudin, using flowers and nature as metaphors for Malaysia's journey since Merdeka. The exhibition runs in conjunction with Merdeka and explores themes of freedom, diversity, and national identity.