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Unemployed man jailed four months for extorting woman by Melaka River
An unemployed 33-year-old man was sentenced to four months in prison by the Ayer Keroh Magistrate's Court in Melaka after pleading guilty to extorting a woman by the Melaka River, Kampung Morten, on September 1. The accused, Muhhamad Nazirul Jasmi, had demanded RM200 from the victim, Nahzatul Farahin Abdul Gharapar, 36, in return for her lost mobile phone.
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Melaka man visits non-Muslim grandfather's grave, shares story of bond
Mohamad Aiman Fahmy, 32, from Kota Laksamana, Melaka, continues to visit the grave of his late grandfather, Chai Chin Soo, who passed away in 2007. His story went viral after he shared a photo of his visit in Cheng. The Mufti of Penang confirmed the act is permissible in Islam.
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1,100 join Jiwa Merdeka Fun Walk in Ayer Keroh to mark National Month
Approximately 1,100 people took part in the Jiwa Merdeka Fun Walk Hang Tuah Jaya (HTJ) 2.0 at the Melaka Youth and Sports Complex in Ayer Keroh. The 2.5km event was held to foster patriotism and unity in conjunction with National Day and Malaysia Day 2026. Hang Tuah Jaya MP Adam Adli Abdul Halim said the response showed strong public enthusiasm for community activities.
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Melaka CM: Jom Heboh concert at MITC boosts local economy
Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh said the Jom Heboh concert at MITC, Ayer Keroh, acts as a catalyst for the economy of local entrepreneurs and small traders. The accompanying Melaka Youth Carnival attracted around 50,000 visitors over two days.
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Melaka mulls raising minimum wage to RM2,500, says chief minister
The Melaka state government is considering raising the minimum wage from RM1,700 to RM2,500, which would make it the first Malaysian state to do so. Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh announced the proposal at a youth event in Ayer Keroh, saying it will be studied and sent to the federal government for approval.
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Fire in Kampung Padang Keladi Destroys Two Houses and Nine Vehicles
Two semi-permanent terrace houses in Kampung Padang Keladi, Durian Tunggal, Alor Gajah were destroyed in a fire on Wednesday afternoon. Nine vehicles were also burnt, but no casualties were reported. The fire was fully extinguished by 4 pm.
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Retired army officer with 'Datuk' title charged with outraging modesty of golf caddy
A retired army officer with the title 'Datuk', Yahya Hashim, 68, was charged at the Ayer Keroh Magistrate's Court with using criminal force to outrage the modesty of a 20-year-old caddy. The alleged incident occurred at the Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club on August 25. He pleaded not guilty and was granted bail of RM2,500 with conditions not to contact the victim.
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Two motorcyclists die in head-on collision on Jalan Gapam in Bemban
Two motorcyclists were killed in a head-on collision on Jalan Gapam near Bemban, Jasin, last night. Police believe the 41-year-old lorry driver entered the opposite lane while overtaking, colliding with a 21-year-old college student. Both died at the scene.
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Kampung Morten 'pickpocket' arrested, police remand suspect for 3 days
Police in Melaka arrested a man believed to be a pickpocket in Kampung Morten, a day after a video of the incident went viral. The suspect, who has 13 prior records for crime and drugs, tested positive for drugs and was remanded for three days starting today. The case is being investigated under Section 385 of the Penal Code.
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Elavarasan confident Melaka can bounce back
Melaka FC coach E. Elavarasan believes his team can overturn a 1-0 deficit against Penang FC in their FA Cup tie. He cited a missed penalty by Kpah Sherman as a key moment but praised goalkeeper Azhan's performance.
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Penang beats Melaka, Wan Rohaimi praises Azhan
Penang FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Melaka FC in a Piala FA match at Stadium Hang Jebat, with coach Wan Rohaimi praising goalkeeper Khairulazhan Mohd Khalid for his crucial saves, including a penalty stop. Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal of the match in the 33rd minute.
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Faith emerges as Penang's hero at Hang Jebat
Penang FC defeated Melaka FC 1-0 in the Piala FA Round of 16 at Stadium Hang Jebat, Paya Rumput, Melaka. Nigerian import Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal, while Melaka's Kpah Sherman missed a late penalty.
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Melaka FC confident ahead of FA Cup clash with Penang FC
Melaka FC will face Penang FC in the FA Cup at Stadium Hang Jebat tomorrow night. The team is confident after a dramatic 2-1 win over Negeri Sembilan FC in the Super League two days ago.
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Rampage in hostel, Tunas Bakti resident admits to damaging property
An 18-year-old resident of Sekolah Tunas Bakti Sungai Lereh pleaded guilty to a charge of mischief for damaging property at the school's hostel in Ayer Keroh. The Magistrate's Court ordered her to be sent to Hospital Permai in Tampoi, Johor Bahru for psychiatric evaluation before sentencing.