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American teen Tama Shimabukuro wins Leapmotor KL Cup badminton title
American 15-year-old Tama Shimabukuro beat France's Noe Khlif 11-8, 11-5 to win the men's singles at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur Cup, held at The Hood in Kuala Lumpur. Shimabukuro had earlier beaten Malaysian No. 1 Jimmy Liong 12-10, 11-4 in the round of 16.
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Preacher Firdaus Wong urges Malaysians not to dehumanise Rohingya refugees
Preacher Firdaus Wong called on Malaysians not to dehumanise Rohingya refugees, saying they are still entitled to basic human dignity even without citizenship. He spoke at the New Muslim Community conference 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, drawing a parallel with the plight of Palestinians.
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Former minister expected to be charged in KL Sessions Court tomorrow over TH RCI
A former minister is expected to face three charges under Section 403 of the Penal Code at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court tomorrow, following MACC investigations prompted by the Tabung Haji RCI report. Four people have already been charged, including former TH chairman Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim. The High Court will also continue Muhyiddin Yassin's Jana Wibawa trial and rule on a student accused of murder.
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URIIS 2026 in KL links university research to investors
The University Research and Innovation Investment Summit (URIIS) 2026 will be held from Sept 21-23 at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. Jointly organised by the higher education ministry and UPM, it brings together 20 public universities, investors and industry to showcase over 200 technologies with commercial potential across 12 clusters.
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Umno grassroots want PAS cooperation but remain wary
Umno grassroots leaders welcome possible cooperation with PAS but warn the leadership not to repeat the disappointing Muafakat Nasional experience. They spoke at the Umno general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur.
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UMNO president Zahid Hamidi winds up PAU 2026 debate at WTCKL
UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi delivered the winding-up speech at the party's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today. Puteri UMNO chief Datuk Nurul Amal Mohd Fauzi said the speech gave delegates fresh spirit, sending them home with commitment and hope. She expressed hope that UMNO and Barisan Nasional would keep receiving public support ahead of coming state and general elections.
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UMNO to stay with Unity Government until end of term, says Ahmad Zahid
UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the party will remain with the Unity Government until the end of the current term, and that the party's general assembly resolution must be respected. He said differences of opinion within the government should be respected, and that the Malaysia Blue Agenda will form the basis of the BN manifesto for the next election. He spoke at a press conference at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today.
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Ge-Len cap KL Cup run with final spot
American pair Augustus Ge and Len Yang reached the men's doubles final of the Leapmotor KL Cup at The Hood in Kuala Lumpur, beating Yuta Funemizu and Tama Shimabukuro 9-11, 11-4, 11-5. They will face top seeds Gabriel Tardio and Noe Khlif for the title. Yang also lost in the mixed doubles semi-finals with Sahra Dennehy.
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Zahid: Dewan Merdeka could see Umno-BN back in power in 2026 or 2027
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi told the party's 2026 general assembly that Dewan Merdeka could witness Umno and Barisan Nasional returning to power as early as 2026 or 2027. In his winding-up speech in Kuala Lumpur, he said the hall had seen the party's hardest moments, including losing its two-thirds majority in 2008 and federal power in 2018.
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Zahid: attempts to pit me against Tok Mat are over
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi revealed there had been attempts to pit him against his deputy Mohamad Hasan, known as Tok Mat. In his winding-up speech at the 2026 Umno General Assembly at Dewan Merdeka, he said those attempts were now a thing of the past.
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Zahid: Umno's challengers have two options, call an election or expel Umno formally
Umno president Zahid Hamidi said those challenging Umno to leave the unity government have only two choices: call a general election, or formally expel Umno and move a no-confidence vote in the Dewan Rakyat. He said cooperation in the unity government does not mean Umno surrendering its future or identity, and that Umno-BN is free to chart its own course, including for GE16 and the Melaka state election. He spoke at the closing of the 2026 Umno General Assembly at the Kuala Lumpur World Trade Centre.
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Puteri UMNO age limit decision postponed until after GE, says Khaled
A decision on the proposal to raise Puteri UMNO's membership age limit to 40 will be made after the next general election, said UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. He said the proposal affects both the Wanita and Puteri wings and the whole party, so it needs to be decided after the polls. Khaled promised the party's Constitution and Rules Committee will seek a win-win solution for both wings.
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Burst pipe on Jalan Pending disrupts Kuching water supply, mayor urges faster repairs
A burst water pipe near Crown Tower on Jalan Pending in Kuching has disrupted supply to residents and businesses. Kuching South City Council mayor Wong Hong Sheng visited the site and urged Sarawak water authorities to speed up repairs.
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Kenyalang Smart City in Miri courts Norway for new growth corridor
Kenyalang Smart City (KSC) in Senadin, Miri, is seeking Norwegian involvement in its RM10.5 billion, 548-acre smart-city development. Imasa Dinasti Sdn Bhd chairman Ar. Teo Ah Khing met Norwegian Ambassador to Malaysia and Brunei Marianne Fosland at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur to discuss cooperation in technology, sustainability and regional connectivity. The move follows a July Memorandum of Understanding with Muara Port Company to link KSC with Muara Port in Brunei.
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Syed Saddiq invites Ong Ye Kung to his Oct 10 wedding in KL
Malaysian MP Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman met Singapore Health Minister Ong Ye Kung this week and invited him to his wedding to singer-actress Bella Astillah on Oct 10 at Level 118 of Menara Merdeka Maybank in Kuala Lumpur. Ong accepted the invitation, calling it a good reason to visit Malaysia again.
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Umno assembly ends with confidence high after Johor and Negeri Sembilan wins
Umno's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur ended with a sense of optimism, driven by strong Barisan Nasional results in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. The four-day event also saw a warm welcome for PAS delegates, though some members remain wary of past failed partnerships.
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Former judge assault: textile tycoon and another ordered to enter defence
The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court has ordered Gulati's Silk House owner Pavitar Singh Manjeet Singh and Nor Imran Nordin to enter their defence on charges of abetting grievous hurt against former judge Jagjit Singh Bant Singh. The screwdriver attack occurred near Solaris Dutamas on 19 Oct 2023 and is believed to have stemmed from a family dispute. Two other attackers were sentenced to seven years' jail after a prosecution appeal.
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Police hunt mastermind behind RM2.9m armed robbery at Jalan Ampang condo
Police are still hunting the mastermind behind an armed robbery at a condominium in Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, in which a Chinese national lost RM2.9 million. The Wangsa Maju district police chief said investigations are ongoing and 12 witnesses have been questioned under Sections 395 and 397 of the Penal Code.
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Parliament Open Day 2026 targets over 10,000 visitors a day
The Malaysia Parliament Open Day 2026 at the Parliament Complex in Kuala Lumpur is expected to draw more than 10,000 visitors, with people arriving as early as 7.30am. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said the response has been very encouraging and the two-day programme aims to bring Parliament closer to the people.
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Sabah ITF Taekwon-Do brings home 31 medals from Hwa Rang Warrior Asia Cup 2026
Sabah's 56-member ITF Taekwon-Do contingent, represented by three clubs, returned with 31 medals from the Hwa Rang Warrior Asia Cup 2026 held at Stadium Titiwangsa in Kuala Lumpur from Sept 4 to 6. They finished 16th among 59 teams with four golds, 10 silvers and 17 bronzes. Contingent chief Osmaiza Osman said the initial target of 10 golds was not met but praised the athletes, coaches and officials for their commitment.
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N. Sembilan UMNO Youth tells Pas not to repeat past mistakes
Negeri Sembilan UMNO Youth chief Mohamad Fadil Md. Zain reminded UMNO to choose political partners wisely and asked Pas not to repeat past bad experiences. He said this while debating the UMNO President's policy speech at the UMNO General Assembly at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur. He also assured MCA and MIC that Malay unity should not be feared.
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Ahmad Zahid thanks followers of his policy speech, keeps 'guru' reference
UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi posted on Facebook today asking supporters to keep following him ahead of his winding-up speech at the 2026 UMNO General Assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. He had earlier drawn delegates' attention by repeatedly referring to someone he called only 'guru'. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also used the terms 'guru' and 'slay' in a Facebook post from New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit.
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Harmony Beyond Borders concert at Titiwangsa draws China, India, Uzbekistan musicians
The Harmony Beyond Borders - A Celebration of Cultural Friendship concert was held at Taman Tasik Titiwangsa in Kuala Lumpur last night as part of the Malaysia Cultural Festival 2026. Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man said cultural diplomacy strengthens people-to-people ties across borders through music, dance and heritage. The concert, coordinated by the Malaysian Traditional Orchestra, featured musicians from China, India and Uzbekistan alongside local artists.
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Court sets 15 trial days from July 26 for former Armed Forces chief
The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur has fixed 15 days from July 26 next year for the trial of former Armed Forces chief Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar, who faces four charges of abuse of position and criminal breach of trust involving RM3 million. The charges relate to alleged bribes and misuse of the Armed Forces Welfare Fund (TKAT) linked to Hari Raya parcel supply contracts in 2024. The court also set Oct 28 for further mention to monitor a representation the defence will submit to the Attorney General's Chambers.