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Danish Iftikhar wins double sprint gold at SUKIPT 2026
At the SUKIPT 2026 games at Arena Universiti Malaya, national sprinter Danish Iftikhar Muhammad Roslee won his second gold medal by breaking the meet record in the men's 200m with a time of 20.77 seconds, following his 100m gold the day before.
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Man allegedly chased, brake-checked by SUV driver after honking due to near-collision
A man in Subang Jaya alleged he was chased and brake-checked by an SUV driver after honking at him following a near-collision. Dashcam footage was shared on Reddit, and a police report has been lodged.
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Second suspect in Sri Petaling cable theft remanded seven days
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a second suspect in connection with a cable theft in Sri Petaling. The 32-year-old driver of a Ford Ranger was remanded for seven days after a chase that ended in a crash on Jalan Hang Tuah 4.
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Music Collaboration Has Gone To A New Level
The Triple Alliance Philharmonic Orchestra will perform a one-night concert on 8th September at the Jeffrey Performing Arts Centre in Bandar Sunway, Selangor. The event brings together student musicians from Taylor's, Sunway, and Monash University Malaysia to celebrate the launch of the Triple Alliance.
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Almost disqualified, Sriven still wins gold
UPSI runner Sriven Tan won the gold medal in the men's 10,000m race walk at SUKIPT 2026, held at Arena UM in Kuala Lumpur. Despite receiving three warnings and entering the penalty box, he finished in 52 minutes 11.53 seconds to secure victory for his university.
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Shawn Roshan breaks SUKIPT record
Shawn Roshan Singh of Universiti Malaya broke the SUKIPT 2026 games record in the men's 1,500m at Arena UM in Kuala Lumpur, clocking 4:03.43. The previous record of 4:05.11 was set in 2016.
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UOB Heartbeat Run 2026 Raises RM2.29 Million
UOB Malaysia's annual Heartbeat Run 2026 raised RM2.29 million for four main beneficiaries, including Yayasan SOLS, Yayasan PINTAR, Food Aid Foundation, and HOPE Worldwide Malaysia. The funds will support education, digital inclusion, food security, and community development programs benefiting about 6,000 underprivileged children, youth, and families across Malaysia. The event culminated at Pavilion Bukit Jalil with around 5,000 participants.
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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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OMODA|JAECOO introduces J5 EV CKD
OMODA|JAECOO Malaysia launched the JAECOO J5 EV, its first electric vehicle for the local market, at an event in Subang Jaya. The model is assembled locally at Chery's Shah Alam plant and is priced at RM118,800.
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Dementia awareness takes centre stage in Petaling Jaya
A three-day World Alzheimer's Month programme will be held from Sept 4 to 6 at Megah Rise Mall in Taman Megah, Petaling Jaya. Organised by Alzheimer's Disease Foundation Malaysia and PPB Properties, the event will feature health talks, free screenings, and flu vaccinations for seniors.
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Olympian Brian Sta Maria waits days in emergency for hospital bed
Malaysian hockey great Brian Sta Maria has spent days in the emergency unit of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) waiting for a hospital bed after a fall at his Petaling Jaya home. His wife is calling for proper treatment, highlighting the struggles of aging national athletes.
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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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Sunway Lagoon roller coaster remains closed as probe continues
The roller coaster at Sunway Lagoon theme park in Subang Jaya remains closed following an Aug 22 incident that injured ten people. Sunway Theme Parks says it is cooperating with authorities and that all affected guests have been discharged.
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RM2 billion becomes the target
The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) launched new export and branding guidelines at MAHA 2026 in Serdang to boost the industry's competitiveness. The government targets raising pineapple export value from RM1.02 billion in 2025 to RM2 billion by 2027.
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PKPS, Nafas sign RM30m MoU to expand market access, strengthen agrifood supply chain
Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation (PKPS) and National Farmers Organisation (Nafas) signed a memorandum of understanding at MAHA 2026 in Serdang. The RM30 million collaboration will see both organisations distribute each other's products through their respective networks to expand market access nationwide.
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Danish and Fatin crowned sprint kings and queens at SUKIPT
At the SUKIPT 2026 athletics finals at Arena Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, UPSI's Danish Iftikhar and Fatin Ilyana won the men's and women's 100m titles, with Danish breaking the games record twice. Both will represent Malaysia internationally next.
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400 pupils mark National Day with PKSK preparation programme at UM
A two-day PKSK preparation programme for 400 primary school students was held at Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, coinciding with National Day celebrations. The event, organised by Fly High Education Centre, featured patriotic activities, motivational sessions, and a special appearance by nine-year-old Anggrek binti Adenan.
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Saleem's son Amirul weds as estranged brother Syafiq Farhain reunites with him
Amirul Mukminin, son of the late singer Saleem Iklim, married Aisyah in Cheras. The wedding also saw a reunion with his half-brother, singer Syafiq Farhain.
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14 MoUs worth RM1.49bil inked at Maha Trade Days 2026 opening
At the opening of Maha Trade Days 2026 in Serdang, 14 MoUs worth RM1.49 billion were signed, reflecting investor confidence in Malaysia's agri-food sector. The agriculture minister targets RM8 billion in commitments and highlighted potential in coffee, cocoa, pineapple, and durian products.
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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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Chin Hin Group Property tops out Ayanna Resort Residences in Bukit Jalil
Chin Hin Group Property has topped out its Ayanna Resort Residences project in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. The RM732.1 million development, which is 95% sold, is on track for handover in the second quarter of 2027.
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SPIDERAYA (30th Anniversary)
SPIDERAYA (30th Anniversary). 26 September 2026, at National Hockey Stadium, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.
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Sara Landry in Kuala Lumpur
Sara Landry in Kuala Lumpur. 25 September 2026, at XOX Arena, Kuala Lumpur.
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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.