News near Damansara Utama Petaling Jaya Selangor
24 stories within reach of Damansara Utama Petaling Jaya Selangor, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Jing Xuan breaks record, wins SUKIPT gold
Sunway University's Ng Jing Xuan won the javelin gold at SUKIPT 2026, setting a new games record of 46.92m. She now sets her sights on the SEA Games and other international meets.
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After ex-PM Ismail Sabri, MACC says ex-minister to be charged with corruption tomorrow
A former federal minister will be charged with corruption in the Sessions Court tomorrow, following the recent charge against ex-PM Ismail Sabri. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission confirmed the upcoming charge.
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Police: RM260,000 in alleged love scam losses cited in Desa ParkCity murder-suicide note
A 48-year-old man in Desa ParkCity, Kuala Lumpur, allegedly murdered his wife and two children before committing suicide, leaving a note citing RM260,000 in losses from a love scam. Police are investigating the incident as a murder-suicide linked to the scam.
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Family of four including two young kids found dead in Desa ParkCity home
Four family members, including two young children, were found dead in a residential unit in Desa ParkCity, Kuala Lumpur. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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DBKL urged to expand Bangsar development capacity study citywide
A residents' group has called on DBKL to extend its six-month development capacity study in Bangsar to a citywide assessment, arguing that development intensity should be based on infrastructure and community capacity. The group welcomed the study but proposed applying its methodology to other areas facing development pressure.
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Music community rallies behind Flop Poppy’s Andy and his daughter
Andy, vocalist of Malaysian band Flop Poppy, is seeking public support to fund his daughter Inaz's RM97,000 scoliosis surgery. A charity concert and donation drive, 'SOS 4 INAZ', is being organized by Karyawan to help cover the treatment costs. The event will feature performances by several local acts.
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'SOS 4 INAZ' for employee, DBKL helps raise funds for Andy's child
DBKL and KARYAWAN are organizing the Indie Vibes @ Panggung Anniversari event on September 5 to raise funds for Inaz, the five-year-old child of singer Andy from Flop Poppy, who requires surgery for severe scoliosis. The event will feature performances and charity sales to help cover the estimated RM97,000 treatment cost.
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Nearly RM250,000 payout after Segambut jogger fractures spine while fending off neighbour’s German Shepherds
A Segambut jogger who fractured his spine while defending himself against a neighbour's two German Shepherds has been awarded nearly RM250,000 in damages. The court ruled the dog owner liable for the injuries sustained during the attack.
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Wife of missing Malaysian firefighter flies to Nepal to seek answers
The wife of a Malaysian firefighter from the Fire and Rescue Department's Special Air Unit, who went missing in Nepal, has flown to Nepal to seek answers. The firefighter was reported missing, and his wife is taking action to find him.
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Sunway Lagoon says cooperating with authorities after roller coaster incident
Sunway Theme Parks has confirmed it is cooperating with authorities following a roller coaster incident at Sunway Lagoon. The park is working closely with investigators to determine the cause of the incident.
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Caprice defamation case to proceed after mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad 'Baddestcoach' Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram. The next case management is scheduled for September 7.
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Kidsnergy and Malaysia Athletics launch new grassroots initiative for children
Kidsnergy and Malaysia Athletics launched KidsRix, a new grassroots athletics program for children, during the Merdeka Kidsnergy Run in Kuala Lumpur. The initiative focuses on fun and accessible athletics fundamentals and is part of a larger ecosystem leading to the 2026 Kidsnergy Malaysia International Games.
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PNB Merdeka Ventures attracts global brands to Menara Merdeka Maybank
PNB Merdeka Ventures is actively attracting global brands from India, China and West Asia to Menara Merdeka Maybank in Kuala Lumpur. The company is in the process of signing agreements with two global brands in the finance and technology sectors. About 70% of the leasable space has been taken up, with Maybank as the anchor tenant.
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Murad Zaidi's defamation suit against Caprice heads to trial as mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram, and a consent order was previously recorded for removal of the statements.
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PAS confirms attendance at UMNO General Assembly
PAS has confirmed it will attend the UMNO General Assembly (PAU) 2026 at WTCKL after receiving an invitation from UMNO. The PAS Secretary-General stated that the party president's attendance is uncertain due to health reasons, but other representatives will attend.
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Gautham Vasudev Menon crosses border for KL concert
Gautham Vasudev Menon (GVM) will celebrate 25 years in Indian cinema with a concert titled 'Ondra Rendra 25 Years of GVM' at the Arch Galeries, Kuala Lumpur on October 10. The event was announced at a press conference at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, featuring a lineup of artists who have contributed to his musical legacy.
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Tracing history through Xplorasi Warisan KL
Warisan KL held the Xplorasi Warisan KL: Edisi Merdeka 2026 heritage exploration, starting at Stadium Merdeka and ending at Dataran Merdeka, to teach history interactively. Participants explored landmarks, completed tasks, and winners received cash prizes.
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Mercedes-Benz CLA pairs long-range drive with simpler EV charging
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launched the CLA 250+ electric with up to 792km range and introduced MB.CHARGE Public to streamline EV charging access.
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Serial cable thief arrested after 30-minute KL car chase
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a serial cable thief after a 30-minute car chase. The suspect was apprehended, while a second suspect, the driver, managed to flee the scene.
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Malaysia's largest tech convention rebrands as AiSEM@Selangor, sharpening its bet on AI and semiconductors
Selangor's flagship tech convention, formerly SDEC, has been rebranded as AiSEM@Selangor (AI & Semiconductor Summit) to reflect the state's focus on AI and semiconductors. The 11th edition will take place from 14-17 October at KLCC and Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, as part of the Selangor International Business Summit.
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'Wanted' man arrested after 30-minute chase, 6 shots fired
A cable theft suspect with 37 prior records was arrested after a 30-minute chase from the Awan Besar toll plaza on the KESAS Highway to Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. Six shots were fired during the incident.
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Muhyiddin backs cost-of-living measures, seeks broader relief in 2027 Budget
Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin has welcomed the government's latest measures to ease cost-of-living pressures and support businesses, but called for broader relief under the 2027 Budget.
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Youngster En Yu turns pastime into Olympic dream
Lim En Yu, who started playing badminton at age six to stay active, has turned her hobby into a dream of competing in the Olympics. The article highlights her journey and aspirations in the sport.
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BN strategy for Melaka polls must reflect grassroots wishes, component party leaders said
Two Barisan Nasional component party leaders stated that the coalition must align its strategy for the Melaka election with the wishes of its grassroots members. This approach is intended to ensure the coalition's decisions resonate with its base ahead of the polls.