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Gombak Setia assemblyman acquitted of TikTok public alarm charge
Gombak Setia assemblyman Muhammad Hilman Idham was acquitted and discharged by the Magistrate's Court in Kuala Lumpur of a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code. The magistrate ruled the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. The charge related to a TikTok video allegedly made on July 30, 2025.
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Oscar-winning film 'The Whale' to debut as stage play in KL this September
Samuel D. Hunter's play 'The Whale', which inspired the Oscar-winning film starring Brendan Fraser, will make its Malaysian stage debut from Sept 17 to 20 at Pentas 2, KLPAC. The production is directed by Christopher Ling and explores themes of truth, isolation, and redemption.
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Taman Bukit Maluri Hungry Ghost Festival unites community, preserves traditions
The annual Hungry Ghost Festival at the Guan Yin Ting temple in Taman Bukit Maluri, Kuala Lumpur, has become a key community event. Organised by Persatuan Yee Lan Guan Yin Ting Bukit Maluri Kepong, the festival includes prayers, a ceremonial dinner, and an auction of blessed items to support schools and the needy. Organisers note growing participation from younger generations.
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UK's Goldsboro Books opens first overseas store at Sunway Square Mall
London-based Goldsboro Books has opened its first permanent store outside the UK at The Library by BookXcess in Sunway Square Mall, Selangor. The 140 sq ft Goldsboro Room, which opened on Aug 27, operates 24 hours and houses about 2,500 signed and collectible titles. The partnership with BookXcess aims to make these editions more accessible to Malaysian readers.
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BuildXpo Malaysia - International Building and Construction Exhibition 2026
BuildXpo Malaysia - International Building and Construction Exhibition 2026. 10 November to 12 November 2026, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
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International Sustainability Week 2026 (ISW 2026)
International Sustainability Week 2026 (ISW 2026). 10 September to 11 September 2026, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
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Cyber Digital Services, Defence & Security Asia (CyberDSA) 2026
Cyber Digital Services, Defence & Security Asia (CyberDSA) 2026. 5 October to 7 October 2026, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
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Asia Pacific Conference on International Education (APAIE) 2027
Asia Pacific Conference on International Education (APAIE) 2027. 20 March to 25 March 2027, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
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TCMEX, THE 2ND EDITION OF MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL TRADITIONAL COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION
TCMEX, THE 2ND EDITION OF MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL TRADITIONAL COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION. 25 November to 27 November 2026, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
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GlassTech & Fenestration Asia 2026
GlassTech & Fenestration Asia 2026. 10 November to 12 November 2026, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
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16th Asia-Pacific Innovation Conference (APIC) 2026
16th Asia-Pacific Innovation Conference (APIC) 2026. 22 September to 23 September 2026, at University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
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Nami Tamaki Live 2026 Starbound Tour - Presented by Anime Fest! Plus 2026/2
Nami Tamaki Live 2026 Starbound Tour - Presented by Anime Fest! Plus 2026/2. 27 September 2026, at World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur.
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Anime Fest+ 2026/2 [Official Event Page]
Anime Fest+ 2026/2 [Official Event Page]. 26 September to 27 September 2026, at World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur.
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Ai Higuchi - Live at Anime Fest!+ 2026/2
Ai Higuchi - Live at Anime Fest!+ 2026/2. 26 September 2026, at World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur.
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JPJ Seizes 37 Cars in KL Night Raid Over Extreme Mods
JPJ's Ops Ekstrem in Kuala Lumpur early Sunday morning led to the seizure of 37 vehicles with extreme modifications like air suspension and flame-throwing exhausts. The operation, focused around Jalan Raja Laut, inspected 156 vehicles and issued 485 notices for various offences. The nationwide crackdown will expand starting this week.
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Kwasa Land seeks approval to turn 60 acres of commercial land in Kwasa Damansara into homes
Kwasa Land, an EPF subsidiary, plans to convert about 60 acres, or 13%, of commercial land in Kwasa Damansara into residential plots, pending local authority approval. The move aims to rebalance the township's master plan after market studies showed the commercial component was too high. The township targets over 60,000 residents in five years and 100,000 by 2050.
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K-ONE calls EGM to approve RM94m stake sale and RM46m capital repayment
K-ONE Technology Berhad has issued a notice for an extraordinary general meeting on 30 September 2026. Shareholders will vote on the proposed disposal of shares in G-AsiaPacific for RM94 million and a capital reduction and repayment of RM46 million.
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High Court to decide Sept 14 on teen charged with murdering schoolmate in Bandar Utama
The Shah Alam High Court has set Sept 14 to deliver its decision in the case of a 15-year-old boy charged with murdering his 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama last year. The defence has urged the court to acquit the boy but order his detention in a hospital for treatment of a mental illness, while the prosecution argues he was sane and planned the killing.
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UPSI kayaker Syahida Asyiqin wins SUKIPT 2026 Sportswoman, sets national record
Syahida Asyiqin Rusli of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) was named Sportswoman of the SUKIPT 2026 games held at Universiti Malaya. She won gold in the women's TK1 200m event and set a new national record of 56.30 seconds in the qualifying round.
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Sarawak's Bryan Gustin wins Para SUKMA powerlifting gold, brother Brownson takes bronze
At Para SUKMA Selangor 2026 in Selangor, Sarawak's Bryan Junency Gustin won the men's up-to-88kg para powerlifting gold with a best lift of 165kg. His younger brother, Brownson John Gustin, took bronze with a lift of 110kg. Bryan, who is the brother of national champion Bonnie Bunyau Gustin, now hopes to compete at the SEA Games.
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Keretapi Sarong 2026 expands to 10 cities, adds women-only station at MRT Titiwangsa
Keretapi Sarong will return on September 16 for its 10th edition, expanding to 10 cities including new locations Padang Besar, Langkawi and Kuching. Organisers expect around 25,000 participants, and a new women-only station will operate at MRT Titiwangsa. The Kuching edition has been postponed to December due to haze.
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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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1 Mont Kiara hosts two-day Mid-Autumn festival with lantern and mooncake workshops
1 Mont Kiara in Kuala Lumpur will hold a two-day Mid-Autumn Festival celebration called Lanterns Aglow on 26 and 27 September 2026. The event features lantern decorating and mooncake baking workshops, plus free lanterns for the first 300 shoppers.
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Jimmy Liong targets semi-final berth at KL pickleball meet after repeated quarter-final exits
Malaysian pickleball player Jimmy Liong Kai Long aims to break his quarter-final jinx at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur 2026 Championship at The Hood, Kuala Lumpur, from tomorrow until September 13. The world number 97 will face Australia's Jason Taylor in the first round and is also competing in the men's doubles with Loh Shi Sheng.