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JCPAC opens The Studio with four local theatre productions
The Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC) in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur has opened a new black-box space, The Studio, seating 150. Four productions will run from this weekend through November, including FORK IT, Eurydice, The Failed Romances and Thrown. Tickets are available via CloudJoi.
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Coolblog opens new outlet at Razak City with one-day Buy 1 Free 1 drink offer
A new Coolblog outlet is opening at Residensi Bandar Razak, Salak South, Kuala Lumpur on 10 September 2026. To celebrate, the chain is offering a Buy 1 Free 1 promotion on all drinks for that day only.
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Original Classic Sports Mega Sale at Atria Shopping Gallery from 4-17 September with up to 80% off
Original Classic is holding a Sports Mega Sale at Atria Shopping Gallery in Damansara Jaya from 4 to 17 September 2026. Shoppers can enjoy up to 80% off selected sportswear, an extra 20% off, and an RM50 instant rebate with a minimum spend of RM299. A Spin & Win activity offers prizes worth up to RM15,000.
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China firms sign RM3.2b in deals at MAHA 2026, a third of total
China accounted for nearly one-third of the RM10.3 billion in deals secured at MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang. Malaysian and Chinese parties signed 17 MoUs worth RM3.2 billion covering agro-food products and technologies. The exhibition, which ran from Aug 28 to Sept 6, attracted about 4.3 million visitors.
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MAHA 2026 draws 4.3 million visitors, sales hit RM66.88 million
The MAHA 2026 agriculture exhibition at MAEPS, Serdang, closed with 4.3 million visitors, surpassing its four million target. Sales reached RM66.88 million, and MoUs worth RM10.3 billion were signed during the event from August 28 to yesterday.
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Khairul Sarbany wins inaugural Kinrara Merdeka Open golf title
Khairul Sarbany won the inaugural Kinrara Merdeka Open golf tournament at Kinrara Golf Club in Kuala Lumpur. He finished with a two-day total of 152 strokes, three shots ahead of joint runners-up M Dzun Nun and Aidil Asdi. The tournament was held to celebrate the club's Merdeka Day and the first anniversary of Greencare Services managing the course.
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MAHA 2026 closes with RM66.88m sales, 4.3 million visitors
The Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition (MAHA) 2026 closed at MAEPS, Serdang, recording RM66.88 million in sales and RM10.35 billion in collaborations through 97 MoUs. The 10-day exhibition attracted 4.30 million visitors and its closing was officiated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
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MAHA 2026 MoUs hit RM12.6b, surpassing RM8b target; 3.45 million visitors
Memoranda of understanding signed at MAHA 2026 have reached RM12.6 billion, exceeding the RM8 billion target, according to Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu. The exhibition at MAEPS in Serdang attracted 3.45 million visitors, with sales exceeding RM55 million.
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Malaysia's pineapple exports triple in three years, minister says at MAHA 2026
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said Malaysia's pineapple exports have tripled in about three years. He made the remarks after joining a cooking demonstration with international chef Martin Yan at the Laman Agro Food Nanas during MAHA 2026 at MAEPS, Serdang. The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) also held activities including the Pineapple Kitchen Challenge.
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Sarawak Pavilion wins best state pavilion at MAHA 2026
The Sarawak Pavilion was named the Best State Pavilion and overall champion at MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang. The win brought a cash prize of RM15,000 and a certificate, received by M-FICORD's permanent secretary, Datu Sirai Daha, from Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
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Yokai Tales exhibition brings Japanese folklore to KL Tower from Sept 4-30
An exhibition called 'Yokai Tales: Japan's 47 Prefectures' will be held at the Sky Garden at Kuala Lumpur Tower from 4 to 30 September 2026. It will feature artwork and sculptures inspired by Japanese folklore from three illustrators, along with live sessions and meet-and-greet opportunities.
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Sabah Governor visits Maha 2026 agriculture expo in Serdang
Sabah State Governor Tun Musa Aman visited the Maha 2026 agriculture exhibition at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (Maeps) in Selangor. He was joined by federal and state agriculture officials during the visit.
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Haikal Azan Roslan wins SUKIPT gold in silat, dedicates victory to his mother
Haikal Azan Roslan of Universiti Putra Malaysia won the gold medal in the silat Class I event at SUKIPT 2026, defeating Muhammad Shahrul Imran of Universiti Malaysia Terengganu 30-29 in a closely contested final held at Universiti Malaya. The victory, which came a day before his 25th birthday, was dedicated to his mother.
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MoU value at MAHA hits RM9.3 billion, exceeding RM8 billion target
Memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition (MAHA) at MAEPS, Serdang reached RM9.3 billion, exceeding the initial RM8 billion target. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu said visitor numbers reached 2.77 million by the seventh day, with sales value at RM16.3 million.
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DVS launches five poultry farming guidebooks at MAHA 2026
The Veterinary Services Department (DVS) launched five updated Poultry Farming Guidebooks (2025 Edition) at MAHA 2026 in MAEPS, Serdang. The guides aim to strengthen the delivery of technical information to farmers and industry players, covering farm management, animal health, and economic analysis.
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MAHA 2026: 2.2 million visitors recorded on seventh day
MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang, has attracted 2.2 million visitors and RM14 million in sales by its seventh day. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu announced the figures and highlighted MoUs signed, including RM4 million for a tuna enterprise in Labuan.
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Curtains up: local performing arts highlights in September
A roundup of performing arts productions in Malaysia for September, including theatre, musicals, and dance. Productions are staged at venues in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru.
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MAHA 2026 draws 1.87 million visitors, sales near RM12 million in six days
The Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition (MAHA) 2026 in Serdang has recorded 1.87 million visitors and nearly RM12 million in sales in its first six days. Agriculture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu acknowledged traffic congestion and said organizers will add transport for visitors.
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MAHA 2026: Paid buggies for corporates, visitors have free transport
At MAHA 2026 in Serdang, the Agriculture and Food Security Minister clarified that paid buggy services are for corporate clients, while regular visitors can use free buses, trams, and buggies. The minister also addressed complaints about crowd management, noting the challenge of handling 300,000 visitors daily.
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Sultan of Perak visits Perak Pavilion at MAHA 2026
Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah and Raja Permaisuri Tuanku Zara visited the Perak Pavilion at MAHA 2026 in Serdang, touring exhibitions on agro-food, agriculture, and technology. The pavilion, inspired by Istana Kenangan, has attracted over 83,000 visitors.
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London's Goldsboro Books opens a little treasure room in KL
London's Goldsboro Books has opened its first permanent international branch, the Goldsboro Room, inside The Library by BookXcess at Sunway Square Mall in Petaling Jaya. The 140-square-foot room features around 2,500 signed, numbered and limited first editions, with prices starting from RM100.
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Guided nature walk and zine-making workshop along Klang River
A guided nature walk and zine-making workshop will be held along the Klang River. Participants will learn about local plants and animals and create a zine about a species they find. The activity is for ages 16 and above.
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i-CAM 2026 Strengthens Knowledge, Agribusiness Innovation Sharing Towards Global Food Security
The International Conference on Agribusiness Marketing (I-CAM) 2026 began today in Serdang, Selangor, in conjunction with MAHA 2026. Officiated by Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin, the two-day conference aims to share knowledge and innovations in agribusiness to address global food security challenges.
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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.