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Warda bounces back to win gold in 200m event
Nurul Wardatul Huwaida Mohd Hamka of UPSI won the women's 200m gold at SUKIPT 2026, held at Arena Universiti Malaya, with a time of 24.76 seconds. The win came after she took silver in the 100m final the day before.
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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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Former TH COO Adi Azuan Expected to Be Charged Tomorrow
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chief operating officer Adi Azuan Abdul Ghani is expected to be charged at the Sessions Court in Shah Alam tomorrow. The charge relates to findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into TH, which included alleged misconduct and abuse of power.
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RCI TH: Several individuals to be charged
Several individuals, including a former minister, will be charged in court over the Tabung Haji RCI report. The charges relate to corruption, embezzlement, and abuse of power in various investments and contracts. The SPRM chief commissioner announced the charges in Putrajaya, with court appearances scheduled in Shah Alam and Kuala Lumpur.
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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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TGV Ladies Weekend Offers Special Screening of 'Practical Magic 2' with Activities at Three Cinemas
TGV Cinemas is hosting a Ladies Weekend event on September 12th at three locations, featuring a special screening of 'Practical Magic: Book of Magic'. The event includes a movie combo, a personalised scented candle, and activities like a glam zone and charm-making.
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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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Beware of 'love scam' tactics, police warn
Kuala Lumpur police have warned the public against the tactics of 'love scam' syndicates that target victims through social media and dating apps. The warning follows the deaths of a family of four in Desa ParkCity on 27 August, which is being investigated for possible links to a love scam.
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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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AKEMI Warehouse Sale 16-20 Sep 2026: Up to 80% OFF at The Starling
AKEMI is holding a warehouse sale from 16 to 20 September 2026 at The Starling in Damansara Utama, offering up to 80% off on home and living products, plus additional discounts and happy hour deals.
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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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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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Lee Chong Wei Cup participant Shahadzryl hopes to win Olympic gold
At the Lee Chong Wei Cup Grand Finals in Kuala Lumpur, 13-year-old Shahadzryl Suhaime won his match but aims to improve. He dreams of Olympic gold, while other juniors like Chong Lee Qian also advanced.
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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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Batik Air offers Merdeka fare discounts and perks at Subang airport
Batik Air is offering travel perks for the Merdeka season at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang. Passengers can get 15% off Value Fares and 30% off Flexi Fares, along with offers from participating airport retailers.
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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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JKG Land brings resort-style living to Mont'Kiara with Aosis
JKG Land is launching Aosis Mont Kiara, its first project in Mont'Kiara, Kuala Lumpur. The 40-storey, 244-unit freehold development on Jalan Kiara 5 has a GDV of RM523.8 million and features larger units and resort-style amenities. A preview was held on Aug 8, with the official launch scheduled for later this year.
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'Jujutsu Kaisen in Concert' brings anime's music and mayhem to Sunway
Jujutsu Kaisen in Concert makes its Malaysian debut at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre in Sunway on Oct 20 and 21. The live concert combines music from all three seasons of the anime with projected scenes, offering fans a new way to experience the series.
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Gala honours choreographer Farah Sulaiman's 50-year career, aids cancer charity
A gala performance celebrating Puan Farah Dato' Seri Sulaiman's 50 years in dance will be held on 23 January 2027 at D Theatre Malaysia @ Hextar World at Empire City. The event features 53 performers and will raise funds for KanWork Cancer Society.