News near Batu Caves Selangor
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Suspect in RM36,500 gold chain theft at Batu Caves remanded 4 days
Police arrested a man suspected of stealing a gold chain worth RM36,500 from a jewellery shop in Batu Caves, Selangor. The suspect was detained within 24 hours of a police report filed on September 3. He has been remanded for four days until September 7 for investigation under Section 380 of the Penal Code.
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Joey BPR's widow recounts his final moments before death
Zarinah Zainal, the widow of musician Joey BPR, shared her experience of being by her husband's side during his final moments at Kuala Lumpur Hospital. Joey, 63, died on August 29 after collapsing during a performance at Istana Budaya the night before.
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Secangkir Cafe raises RM9,000 on final day after owner's death
Secangkir Cafe in Kuala Lumpur raised RM9,000 on its final day of operations, from sales and donations from customers sympathizing after its owner, Nur Atiqah Sofiya, died in an accident on LPT1 near Temerloh. The money will be used to settle the deceased's debts and pay staff wages.
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Ombak KLCC retail complex opens in Kuala Lumpur, featuring Petronas gallery and rooftop deck
Ombak KLCC, a new six-storey retail complex in the KLCC precinct of Kuala Lumpur, opened to the public on August 21. The building, designed by KPF, features a distinctive wavy facade, a Petronas gallery, and a rooftop viewing deck. Construction on the 4.03-acre site began in 2019.
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College student traumatized, reports e-hailing driver for lewd talk
A 19-year-old college student filed a police report after alleging an e-hailing driver made lewd conversation and showed her a pill during a trip to her hostel in Setapak from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) early in the morning. The victim, known as Putery, chose to remain silent during the journey out of fear for her safety. The police report was lodged at the Setapak police station.
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WAIC Connect AI exhibition and ecosystem event to be held at KLCC in September
WAIC Connect Malaysia 2026, an AI ecosystem platform under the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. The two-day exhibition will feature a 1500 sqm area with over 40 planned exhibitors, supported by Huawei.
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Cosmobeauté Malaysia beauty trade show set for KLCC from Sept 29 to Oct 1
Cosmobeauté Malaysia & beautyexpo 2026, described as Malaysia's largest beauty trade show, will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 29 September to 1 October 2026. The event aims to bring together industry professionals and brands for business and networking opportunities.
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Immigration Dept launches internal probe into fatal KL crash that killed three
The Immigration Department is conducting an internal investigation into its vehicle safety and SOPs following a fatal crash on Jalan Sultan Ismail in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 19. The department's director-general said action will be taken if violations are found. Separately, five of 11 immigrants who escaped from the Tanah Merah depot have been recaptured.
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Asian parliamentary forum opens global secretariat in Kuala Lumpur after move from Tokyo
The Asian Forum of Parliamentarians on Population and Development (AFPPD) officially opened its new global secretariat house in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. The facility, relocated from Tokyo, Japan, will serve as a regional hub for parliamentary action on issues like population ageing and gender equality. The secretariat house was developed at a cost of RM958,930.
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Goldsboro Books opens first permanent international branch in KL's BookXcess
The Goldsboro Room, the first permanent international home for London's Goldsboro Books, has opened at The Library by BookXcess in Sunway Square Mall. The 140-square-foot space offers signed, numbered and limited first editions, with most titles priced between RM150 and RM200. The launch featured rare collectibles, including a signed JK Rowling book and first editions of Tolkien and Fleming.
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EPIC secures contract to provide two offshore tugboats for Banang oil field operations
EPIC Bhd's subsidiary, Konsortium Pelabuhan Kemaman Sdn Bhd (KPKSB), has won a contract from PETRA Energy Development Sdn Bhd to supply two offshore tugboats for operations at the Banang oil field. The contract signing took place at the OGA 2026 event in Kuala Lumpur.
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Fallen tree disrupts commuter and ETS services
KTM Komuter and ETS train services in the Klang Valley were disrupted today after a tree fell between the Kepong and Rawang routes, causing delays of over 60 minutes. KTMB said cleanup and repair works are ongoing.
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MyARTTE 2026 expo in KL to host policy talks on road safety and standards
The MyARTTE 2026 expo will be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur from Sept 30 to Oct 2. The event will feature policy roundtables with government agencies, regulators and industry players to discuss road standards, safety and emerging transport issues.
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Oil & Gas Asia 2026 to attract over 30,000 attendees, 2,000 participating companies
The Oil & Gas Asia (OGA) 2026 exhibition and conference is being held from September 2-4 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, expecting over 30,000 attendees and 2,000 companies. The event was launched by Petronas CEO Tengku Muhammad Taufik and features international pavilions and collaborations with MOGSEC and EIC Connect.
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130 Years Of Unagi Craft Comes To Kuala Lumpur This September
A limited-time unagi dining promotion, Koihei Unagi Promotion, will be held from 10 to 30 September at Zipangu by Nadaman in Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur. The menu features traditional Japanese eel preparations from Koihei, a 130-year-old eel house, with prices starting from RM180.
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Two former THP Bina executives charged with criminal breach of trust
Two former senior executives of THP Bina Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Lembaga Tabung Haji, pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court to charges of criminal breach of trust and abetment involving RM72,000 in penalty collections. They were accused of misusing funds collected from a contractor for the Putrajaya Islamic Complex project between 2013 and 2015.
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One house destroyed, three damaged in fire on Jalan Dato Keramat
A fire on Jalan Dato Keramat in Kuala Lumpur early this morning destroyed one house and damaged three others. Firefighters from four stations responded, and no injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.
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Konsert Kita Bagi Jadi concert makes Merdeka eve celebration a success
An estimated 60,000 people gathered at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur for the 'Konsert Kita Bagi Jadi @ Ambang Merdeka 2026' concert on the eve of National Day. The 90-minute musical performance traced Malaysia's history from the Melaka Sultanate to modern times, featuring an orchestra, 3D visuals, and appearances by celebrities and athletes.
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CIMB moves Malaysians forward through music, culture and community
CIMB Bank hosted Festival Ambang Merdeka 2026, a three-day celebration at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur from Aug 29 to 31, in conjunction with Malaysia's 69th National Day. The festival featured local artists, cultural workshops, and a musical production, reflecting the bank's 'Moving You Forward' brand promise beyond banking.
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Merdeka Square draw crowds
During the school holidays, the historic Sultan Abdul Samad Building and Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur have become a popular destination for families. Visitors from Penang and Aceh, Indonesia, came to see the building, which recently reopened after restoration work, and to enjoy the historic atmosphere.
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Wings rockers reflect on 'Biru Mata Hitamku' ahead of KL concert
Guitarist JoBranko and vocalist Muss of the band Wings shared the meaning of the song 'Biru Mata Hitamku', which reflects their journey as musicians. They will perform at the Konsert Biru Mata Hitamku at Mega Star Arena, Bukit Bintang, this Saturday.
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Foreigners charged with illegally building houses by river in Selayang
An illegal settlement along Sungai Batu in Selayang, occupied by foreigners including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, was exposed. The residents fled upon the arrival of investigators, leaving behind evidence. The Immigration Department has taken note and will discuss with local authorities.
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Malaysia well placed to serve as regional energy partner, says Informa Markets
Informa Markets Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat said Malaysia is well positioned to strengthen its role as a regional energy partner amid geopolitical tensions and the energy transition. He spoke at the opening of Oil & Gas Asia 2026 (OGA 2026), held from Sept 2 to 4 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, which features international pavilions and is expected to attract over 30,000 trade attendees.
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Agri Malaysia, the 9th edition of Malaysia International Agriculture Technology Exhibition 2026
Agri Malaysia, the 9th edition of Malaysia International Agriculture Technology Exhibition 2026. 10 September to 12 September 2026, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.