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Box with toy blocks destroyed by bomb squad in Bandar Baru Sri Petaling
A suspicious plastic box found in front of a shoplot in Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, was destroyed by a police bomb disposal unit on Monday afternoon. Initial checks showed a high radiation reading, prompting the deployment of the Bomb Disposal Unit and the Bukit Aman CBRNE unit, but the Malaysian Nuclear Agency later confirmed no radioactivity. The box contained colourful toy building blocks and police are investigating the case as criminal intimidation.
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Penang student enters USM after caring for sick mother and siblings
Muhammad Adam Iskandar Azharunaim, 20, has begun his undergraduate studies at Universiti Sains Malaysia after years of caring for his cancer-stricken mother and three siblings, one of them disabled. His father died of Covid-19 five years ago and his mother died on 24 August. He had earlier turned down a place at UIAM and chose Form Six to stay with his family.
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Siti Nurhaliza's manager moved to tears watching Gema Bumantara rehearsal
Siti Nurhaliza's manager Rozi Abd Razak said she was moved to tears watching the singer rehearse for the Gema Bumantara concert at the TM National Stadium in Kuala Lumpur. The traditional music showcase, set for Oct 17, will feature Noraniza Idris, Haziq Rosebi, Lesti Kejora and King Nassar.
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STPM top student who cared for siblings after mother's death starts at USM
Muhammad Adam Iskandar Azharunaim, 20, who looked after his three siblings after their mother died of brain cancer on 24 August, has begun his studies at Universiti Sains Malaysia in Georgetown. His father died of COVID-19 in 2021, and his 16-year-old brother, who is disabled, is studying culinary skills at SMK Serdang Baru in Kedah.
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Negri Sembilan DKU declares April proclamation invalid
The Negri Sembilan Dewan Keadilan dan Undang has declared the April 19, 2026 proclamation on the abdication of Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir unconstitutional and invalid. Its secretary said three of the four signatories did not hold the position of Undang at the time and no full inquiry was conducted as the state constitution requires. The DKU says Tuanku Muhriz's position remains intact and it recognises no vacancy.
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Indonesia's Prabowo sacks finance minister, names deputy as replacement
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has dismissed Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa and appointed his deputy Suahasil Nazara in his place at a swearing-in ceremony in Jakarta. The change comes as Southeast Asia's largest economy faces investor confidence problems and a widening fiscal deficit.
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Higher HC points set to make LTdL26 King of the Mountain fight fierce
The battle for the King of the Mountain jersey at Le Tour de Langkawi 2026 is expected to stay fierce until the final stages after Hors Classe points at Cameron Highlands and Genting Highlands were raised to 25 from 15. LTdL chief operating officer Emir Abdul Jalal said the three summit finishes at Gunung Jerai, Cameron Highlands and Genting Highlands will be key, with climbing zones in stages six and eight still offering points. The race runs from 27 September to 4 October over eight stages covering 1,285.5 kilometres.
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Three hotel restaurants in Klang Valley to try, with prices and dates
A round-up of three hotel dining spots in the Klang Valley: Atas at RuMa Hotel and Residence with a Korean Key Tables menu until end-November, the BBQ & Brew Night buffet at Four Points by Sheraton Puchong at RM109 per person, and the Substance Seafood Dinner Buffet at Courtyard by Marriott Kuala Lumpur South. The piece describes dishes and prices at each.
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Former minister Jamil Khir charged over RM860.3m Tabung Haji assets
In Kuala Lumpur, former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Jamil Khir Baharom was charged in the Sessions Court with three counts of dishonestly transferring over RM860.3 million in Tabung Haji assets. The 65-year-old pleaded not guilty and claimed trial. The judge set bail at RM300,000 and postponed the case to November 5.
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KPPA: Stop repeated errors in public sector human resource management
Public Service Director-General Tan Sri Dr Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz called for an end to repeated errors in public sector human resource management by addressing root causes. He said this at the Public Sector Human Resource Management Conference at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre today. JPA has carried out 61 consultation programmes since 2024.
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MIROS proposes regular health checks for elderly drivers
MIROS chairman Prof Dr Wong Shaw Voon suggested regular health screenings for drivers from age 40 as a condition for renewing licences. He said driving competence cannot be judged by age alone, and an age limit could create social risks for elderly drivers who remain fit. The proposal was made at MIROS headquarters in Kajang, while a driving institute operator in Segambut suggested practical training beyond 16 hours for elderly drivers.
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UKM and UiTM prepare to welcome new students
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam Campus are making preparations for their new student orientation weeks. At UKM, the Minggu Tekad Siswa involves 44 facilitators, while UiTM is running a five-day course for its MDS assistants before Minggu Destini Siswa is held both online and physically.
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Puchong urban park walk event on Oct 4
An event titled 'Living in Nature — Urban Park Walk' will be held on Oct 4, 2026 at Puchong Wawasan Center Court from 8:30am to 11am. The fee is RM30 per person or RM50 for parent and child, with sharing by Goh Yong Kian.
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Police: Viral Cyberjaya barrier push was done with Tamarind Square management's permission
A traffic policeman was filmed pushing open an automatic barrier at Tamarind Square in Cyberjaya while escorting the official convoy of Datuk Undang Luak Johol. Sepang police chief Norhizam Bahaman said the officer acted after the barrier failed to open and the premises management told him to push it manually, then restore it afterwards. No objections or complaints were received from either the escorted party or Tamarind Square management.
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Father recalls Captain Zainol Afiq's service in rural Sarawak
The body of Captain Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, 31, was buried at the Forest Height Islamic Cemetery in Senawang, Seremban this evening. His father, Bee Sham Ahmad, said his son was deeply loved by people in rural Sarawak for his commitment to bringing health services to them through the Air Doctor Service. The family is leaving the investigation into the helicopter crash to the authorities.
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Dr Fie urges public to appreciate Health Ministry workers
At Masjid Bandar Baru Senawang, dentist and influencer Dr Afifah Hidayah Ahmad Tawfek, known as Dr Fie, called on the public to appreciate the sacrifices of Health Ministry staff who serve far from their families, including flying by helicopter to rural areas. She also offered condolences to the families of the five victims of the Air Doctor Service helicopter crash in Long Lellang, Miri, Sarawak.
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Kapten Zainol Afiq remembered as family icon
Kapten Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, killed in a helicopter crash in Long Lellang, Miri, Sarawak, was described as a helpful person and a family icon. A school friend and his wife's uncle shared memories at Masjid Bandar Baru Senawang, Seremban.
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Over 50 PPR Taman Mulia residents join gotong-royong to foster unity
A Gotong-Royong Perpaduan programme at PPR Taman Mulia in Kuala Lumpur brought together more than 50 residents to paint road shoulders, collect rubbish and spruce up the housing area. The KRT chairman said the gotong-royong culture must be kept alive because cleanliness is a shared responsibility. The estate's Dapur Digital also provided 150 food packs to participants.
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Melaka student with Marfan syndrome graduates from PMM with 3.81 GPA
Muhammad Akmal Yazali, 22, from Melaka, received his Electronics Engineering (Computer) diploma from Politeknik Merlimau Melaka with a 3.81 GPA despite living with Marfan syndrome and scoliosis. He was among 1,195 graduates at PMM's 24th convocation in Port Dickson, and will continue his bachelor's degree at UTHM.
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SkyAman 1 Residences launches in Cheras with 510 units across 50 storeys
SkyAman Development Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of SkyWorld Development Berhad, has unveiled SkyAman 1 Residences, a 50-storey condominium with 510 units in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. The 3- and 4-bedroom homes measure 1,097 to 1,548 sq ft on 99-year leasehold, with completion expected in September 2029.
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Police probe death of 15-year-old girl who fell from Putrajaya apartment
A 15-year-old girl died after falling from a high floor of an apartment in Precinct 5, Putrajaya, on Friday night. Police received a call at 10.33pm and the girl was pronounced dead at the scene by a medical officer from Putrajaya Hospital. The case is classified as sudden death and an autopsy will be conducted today.
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Teenage girl, 15, dies after suspected fall from ninth floor of Putrajaya apartment
A 15-year-old girl died after she was believed to have fallen from the ninth floor of an apartment in Presint 5, Putrajaya, yesterday. Police received a call at 10.33pm and a Hospital Putrajaya medical officer confirmed her death at the scene. The case is classified as sudden death while the cause is still under investigation.
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Four Malaysian artists aged 14 to 77 show together in Putrajaya
A group exhibition titled Infinite Expressions is being held at Mentari Art Gallery in DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside until Sept 30. It features four Malaysian artists aged 14 to 77, including a neurodivergent teenager and a veteran painter of six decades.
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Luftwasser 2026 gathers Porsche owners and fans at LYL karting circuit
Luftwasser 2026: Icona Heritage was held at the LYL International Karting Circuit, bringing together Porsche owners and enthusiasts with classic, GT and racing models. Porsche Malaysia set up a paddock with test drives, a simulator and displays of the Cayenne Electric and the evolution of the 911 GT3 Cup. Naquib Azlan and Team Porsche Malaysia were named in the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia 2026 programme.