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Police completing probe into Negeri Sembilan MB's claim he was forced to sign proclamation
Police are still completing their investigation into a report by Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim, who claims he was forced to sign a Letter of Proclamation against his will. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the matter is sensitive and needs thorough study, including Negeri Sembilan customs and protocol, as well as the Attorney-General's views. Ismail lodged a police report on 8 September to allow investigations to proceed.
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KL police propose KK Mart stores as GTSP safety points
Kuala Lumpur police are proposing to turn about 700 KK Mart outlets in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor into Go-To-Safety-Points where the public can seek emergency help. Police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said the partnership would include joint patrols and possibly access to the chain's central CCTV feed. The proposal was announced at the opening of a KK Mart branch at the Kuala Lumpur contingent police headquarters.
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MACC officer withdraws police report against Muhyiddin's lawyer
At the Kuala Lumpur High Court, MACC investigating officer Mazery Mohd Zaini withdrew a police report he had lodged against Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's lawyer, Amer Hamzah, during the Jana Wibawa trial. He said checks at MACC headquarters found no leak by its officers and apologised to the defence team. Muhyiddin faces three abuse of power charges in the case.
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Four remanded five days over RM1.8m animal feed false claims
Four people, including an enforcement agency personnel, were remanded for five days by the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate's Court over allegedly false documents in animal feed supply claims worth RM1.8 million. The suspects, aged 40 to 60, were detained after giving statements at the Kuala Lumpur MACC office, and the case is being investigated under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009.
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Irfan Zaini tearful at Terbang screening, calls Karamjit praise his Oscar moment
Actor Irfan Zaini cried watching his film Terbang for the first time at its gala night at TGV KLCC, Kuala Lumpur. He described rally legend Karamjit Singh's praise and hug as an extraordinary personal achievement, and hopes the biopic opens young Malaysians' eyes to a homegrown hero.
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Selangor Sultan launches book by ex-prisoner who earned PhD
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah of Selangor launched the book 'PhD Dari Penjara' at Pustaka Raja Tun Uda in Kuala Lumpur on 10 September. It tells the story of Dr Malik Yatam, 39, who earned a business administration PhD from Open University Malaysia in May 2025 while serving a life sentence at Kajang Prison. He also received a Malaysia Book of Records recognition as the first Malaysian prisoner to earn a PhD behind bars.
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Muhyiddin's lawyer accuses MACC officer of intimidation over police report
At the Kuala Lumpur High Court, lawyer Datuk Amer Hamzah Arshad accused MACC officer Mazery Mohd Zaini of attempting to intimidate him through a police report lodged by a colleague. Mazery apologised and said the report was meant to check for leaks of classified information. The defence is considering legal action, including contempt proceedings.
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Private hospitals group says no tolerance for abuse of medical staff
The Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia has declared zero tolerance for verbal abuse, threats or harassment of medical staff at public and private hospitals. Its president Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh said complaints should be channelled through proper platforms, while staff must also treat patients with respect. The Hospital Staff and Patient Safety Conference at the KLGCC Convention Centre drew about 160 health experts from Malaysia and Australia.
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AGC objects to judicial review bid over diesel subsidy targeting
The Attorney General's Chambers objected to a leave application for judicial review by two individuals against the Prime Minister and three ministers over the removal of diesel subsidies in Peninsular Malaysia. The High Court was told the subsidy decision is not subject to judicial review as it is an executive policy matter, and the issue is now academic after subsidies were standardised on July 1.
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UM to launch 121st anniversary celebration on Sept 19
Universiti Malaya will launch its 121st anniversary celebration (UM121) on 19 September 2026 at its campus. The launch will be officiated by Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah, who is also UM Chancellor, and features the first Royal Brisk Walk with over 2,000 UM members. A series of UM121 programmes runs until December 2026.
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Sunway Students and Seniors Mark Merdeka Together
Students from Sunway International Schools spent an afternoon with residents of Sunway Sanctuary at the school's Kuala Lumpur campus for a Merdeka-themed gathering. The session paired students with senior residents for activities and conversations aimed at bridging generations. Principal Richard Cherry said such interactions give students values and human connections beyond the classroom.
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Daikin Malaysia inks MoC with GreenRE, receives MIDA certification
Daikin Malaysia signed a Memorandum of Understanding with GreenRE and Sunway University to advance sustainable cooling and industry-academia collaboration. The company also received the MIDA Sustainable Refrigerant & Resources Recovery Certification during International Sustainability Week 2026 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur.
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Awie concert organiser apologises over seating and goodie bag issues
The organiser of the Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing concert, Bombbay Legend Worldwide, apologised for seating confusion affecting CAT 5, CAT 9 and CAT 10 ticket holders at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur, last Saturday. The organiser also apologised to CAT 9 and CAT 10 ticket holders who did not receive their goodie bags, and will contact them by e-mail to arrange delivery.
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Cik B visits paediatric ward at Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital, fulfils young fan's wish
Cik B, daughter of entrepreneur Datuk Seri Vida, visited the paediatric ward at the Rehabilitation Hospital in Cheras to meet a young patient known as Cik Pia. The visit came after Cik Pia expressed her wish to meet on Threads, and Cik B also brought gifts and spent time with other patients and nurses.
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Court orders bungalow on Lorong Raja Uda 1 sold within 12 months
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered the sale of a bungalow on Lorong Raja Uda 1, near Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz, within 12 months to resolve a 15-year dispute between three siblings. Judicial Commissioner Arziah Apandi found their relationship irreparably broken and said the sale was necessary because the eldest brother held only a one-third beneficial share while two-thirds was held in trust for his two sisters.
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The Labs at BBCC launches Malaysian artist series for Merdeka and Malaysia Day
The Labs at Bukit Bintang City Centre, Kuala Lumpur has launched an artist series featuring six Malaysian creative talents for the Merdeka and Malaysia Day season. Running from Sept 12, 2026 to January 2027, the programme includes physical installations, immersive digital experiences, murals and merchandise.
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1Razak Mansion residents turn abandoned Salak South plot into 'Food Forest'
Residents of 1Razak Mansion in Salak South, Kuala Lumpur have spent eight months turning a 560-square-foot abandoned plot behind Block B into a 'Food Forest' of more than 80 plant, vegetable and herb species. The project, involving 60 residents and led by social entrepreneur Dr Billy Tang, has become a gathering spot for gardening, cooking and neighbourly contact, and also supports recycling, composting and rehabilitation of Sungai Kerayong.
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Fiza Sabjahan delays plan to leave Wanita Hari Ini
Wanita Hari Ini (WHI) host and executive producer Fiza Sabjahan has revealed she had planned to step down from the TV3 programme this year. The plan was postponed because viewers and sponsors still want her, and she is needed to mentor new hosts. She spoke at an event unveiling WHI's new format and presenters at Balai Berita, Kuala Lumpur.
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Zizan Razak proud to back Terbang film on Karamjit Singh
Zizan Razak admitted he was disappointed his role in the film Terbang was only a mechanic rather than a lead racer. After reading the script, he realised the Chiu Keng Guan film tells the story of national rally legend Karamjit Singh, and he accepted it as an honour. The film was launched at a gala night at TGV KLCC, Kuala Lumpur.
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Fans complain over tickets and seating at Awie's Stadium Merdeka concert
Fans of the Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing 2026 concert at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur, last Saturday aired complaints on social media about numbered seats not being given as bought and ticket packages not delivered. iLasso Tickets Sdn Bhd said it was only appointed as ticketing partner, while seating management, event operations and package delivery were the organiser's responsibility. It asked affected customers to file complaints directly with the official organiser.
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MACC officer reports Muhyiddin's lawyer to police over document in Jana Wibawa trial
An MACC officer has lodged a police report claiming that lawyer Datuk Amer Hamzah Arshad disclosed a classified document during Muhyiddin Yassin's corruption trial at the Kuala Lumpur High Court. The document is a recording of a conversation involving Adam Radlan Adam Muhammad, a former Segambut Bersatu deputy division chief who has been mentioned in testimony over the Jana Wibawa programme. Police are investigating the alleged disclosure.
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Shandong farm expo at KLCC seeks ASEAN halal market access
The "Remarkable Shandong" (Malaysia) 2026 agricultural trade expo runs at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre until Sept 16, bringing together nearly 100 companies from six Shandong cities and over 1,100 products. Organisers aim to use Malaysia's halal certification as a gateway for Shandong farm products into ASEAN and global markets.
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MACC officer tells court no immunity deal with Azman in Muhyiddin trial
An MACC senior assistant commissioner told the Kuala Lumpur High Court that businessman Datuk Seri Azman Yusoff was not given special treatment or immunity in exchange for testifying against Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Mazery Mohd Zaini, the 29th prosecution witness, denied under cross-examination that a deal existed, though he confirmed Azman's companies received RM9.35 million from Jana Wibawa contractors.
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Luno to hold second institutional digital asset conference in KL on Sept 24
Luno Malaysia will host the second Luno Institutional Digital Asset Conference (Lidac26) on Sept 24 at M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The one-day event will gather regional delegates, regulators and financial institutions to discuss institutional adoption of digital assets including stablecoins, tokenisation and custody. Registration closes Sept 20.