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Wan Lestari stands by retirement, cites royalty frustration
Singer Wan Lestari, 58, has confirmed her retirement from singing is final. She said her last performance was at Jom Santai X Syahmi Sazli 8.0 at GM Klang in July, and that she decided to step back due to health concerns and disappointment over artist welfare and royalties. She now focuses on running a canteen and catering business.
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365 foreigners charged this year for MyKad, birth certificate misuse
A total of 365 foreigners have been charged in court for offences related to the misuse of MyKad and birth certificates in the first eight months of this year. The National Registration Department's enforcement director said the charges resulted from 738 operations nationwide, with most of those detained being Indonesian and Filipino nationals. The statement was made after leading Ops Layar at a printing factory in Bandar Sultan Suleiman, Port Klang, where three Indonesian women were arrested.
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Three Indonesians held in Port Klang for using fake MyKads to get work
In an operation at a printing factory in Bandar Sultan Suleiman, Port Klang, three Indonesian women were arrested for allegedly using fake MyKad copies. Two of them claimed to have paid between RM200 and RM250 for the forged documents to ease their job search after entering Malaysia illegally.
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196 undocumented immigrants arrested in Port Klang operation
A total of 196 undocumented immigrants were arrested during an immigration operation at two premises in Port Klang today. The detainees, from various countries, were held for various immigration offences. They will be taken to the Semenyih Immigration Detention Depot for further processing.
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Police link July i-City kidnap 'victim' to drug boss slain in Seremban
Police believe a man rescued from a kidnapping in i-City, Shah Alam in July is linked to the head of a drug syndicate who was shot dead in Seremban. The rescued man is being detained for 60 days under the Dangerous Drugs (Special Preventive Measures) Act 1985 as investigations continue.
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Customs Seize Smuggled Cigarettes, Liquor Worth RM1.95 Million in Klang Valley
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Kuala Lumpur seized untaxed white cigarettes and liquor worth RM1.95 million through two special operations around the Klang Valley. The Ops Tembok Besar and Ops Akur operations, conducted in July and August, led to the arrest of 38 individuals and the opening of 38 investigation papers.
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Mother of former senator Ras Adiba Radzi dies in Petaling Jaya
Siti Sariah Abu, the 81-year-old mother of former senator and Bernama chairman Ras Adiba Radzi, died at her home in Section 16, Petaling Jaya. She passed away peacefully while sitting at home at around 5.20pm. The funeral is expected to take place at the Bukit Kiara Muslim Cemetery tomorrow morning.
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Bukit Kemuning's Durian Tembaga wins top prize, state plans to propagate variety
The Durian Tembaga from Bukit Kemuning in Kijal, Terengganu, was named champion at a durian competition. The state government plans to study and propagate the variety to restore the fame of Bukit Kemuning durians and boost agro-tourism.
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Nursery teacher fined RM800 for hurting autistic boy in Klang
A nursery teacher in Klang was fined RM800 by the Magistrate's Court after pleading guilty to causing hurt to a seven-year-old autistic boy. The incident occurred at a special education centre in Taman Sentosa on August 28. The teacher was charged under Section 334 of the Penal Code.
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Virandeep's 98 powers Malaysia to 126-run win over Bahrain in ACC Premier Cup
Malaysia defeated Bahrain by 126 runs in their final ACC Premier Cup Group A match at the Bayuemas Oval in Klang. Virandeep Singh scored 98 runs and took three wickets to lead the team to victory, with Malaysia posting 254-8 before bowling Bahrain out for 128. The result leaves Malaysia level on points with Hong Kong, awaiting the outcome of other group matches to determine their final standing.
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Unhealthy air: Klang Valley students advised to wear face masks
Air quality in the Klang Valley has been reported as unhealthy due to haze, prompting a parent-teacher association to advise students to wear face masks. The API reading in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur was recorded at an unhealthy level, and schools will reduce outdoor activities. Parents are also advised to monitor their children, especially those with health issues like asthma.
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Hope2Kids camp for 507 underprivileged children sets Malaysia Book of Records entry
A youth-led non-profit, Hope2Kids, held a career aspirations camp for 507 children from 16 shelter homes at the Andalas Sports Complex in Klang on Aug 22. The event earned a spot in the Malaysia Book of Records for having the most underprivileged child participants in such a camp.
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Bush fire in Taman Eng Ann, Klang extinguished by firefighters
Firefighters extinguished a bush fire in Taman Eng Ann, Klang, on Friday morning. The fire department received a call at 11.05am and the operation was completed by 11.36am. The fire chief also warned that dry weather and strong winds can turn small fires into large ones.
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Prominent Preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim Din Dies at 52
Well-known preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim Din passed away at the age of 52 at Hospital Shah Alam. He was laid to rest at the Bukit Cemerlang Cemetery in Klang. His colleague, Ustaz Jafri Abu Bakar Mahmoodi, remembered him as a cheerful and dedicated figure in spreading Islamic teachings.
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Preacher Ustaz Halim Din dies at Shah Alam hospital
Independent preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim bin Din died at Hospital Shah Alam at 11:55 pm last night. The news was shared by Maahad Tahfiz Al Khalidiah (MATAK) on Facebook, which stated the funeral prayer will be held after Zohor at Surau Bukit Kuda, Klang.
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Sarawak Para SUKMA chief hopes early lawn bowls wins inspire contingent
Sarawak's Para SUKMA contingent got off to a strong start with victories in para lawn bowls at the Bayuemas Indoor Bowls Stadium in Klang, Selangor. Chef-de-Mission Datuk Dr Mohamad Razi Sitam hopes the early success will boost morale for the rest of the team as most events begin on Sunday.
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NKVE structure collapse prompts safety audit call
A structure collapsed on the NKVE highway near Shah Alam, blocking all northbound lanes and causing traffic jams. Community safety group Ikatan Komuniti Selamat chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye urged for comprehensive and periodic safety audits of all structures along highways.
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Free child anemia screening program in Shah Alam and Kelana Jaya
NGO MySKALA will hold free anemia and dengue prevention screenings for children aged 7 to 11 in the Klang Valley. Screenings will be held at Dewan Dahlia, Section 24, Shah Alam on September 6 and Dewan Residensi TNB, Kelana Jaya on September 16. Children attending with a parent may receive a RM150 incentive.
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Over 20 old graves and artifacts found on Taman Bukit Jati hill slope, Klang
Residents of Taman Bukit Jati in Klang claim there are over 20 old graves and artifacts such as swords on an undeveloped hill slope. The discovery includes mystical incidents reported during a road construction project in 1996. Residents suspect the area may have been a pre-independence workers' burial site.
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Six Malaysians held over drug smuggling case linked to co-pilot arrested in Jakarta
Malaysian police have detained six local men in connection with a drug smuggling case involving a Malaysian co-pilot arrested at Jakarta's airport. Four of the suspects had fled to Thailand and Vietnam before returning to Malaysia, where they were arrested. The co-pilot was caught with drugs worth an estimated RM45 million.
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Lorry leaked detergent, rain caused it: Police say road cleaned
Police confirmed that a large amount of foam on a highway was caused by detergent leaked from a lorry on 24 September, which was washed out by rain today. The road was cleaned by 4:58 pm.
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KESAS highway goes viral for being covered in 'snow'
A stretch of the Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS) near Kota Kemuning was covered in a white substance resembling snow, believed to be a chemical spill, causing traffic to slow down. The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) alerted road users, but the type and source of the spilled liquid have yet to be confirmed.
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Fire at wood factory in Klang – delay in extinguishing due to lack of fire hydrants
A major fire broke out at a wood processing factory on Jalan Besar Kapar in Klang, Selangor, early Thursday morning (Sept 3). Firefighters faced challenges due to the lack of fire hydrants at the scene, delaying efforts to control the blaze which affected 80% of the 1.6-hectare complex.
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Fire at plastic warehouses operating without permits: Police shocked to find no fire safety systems
A fire broke out at two plastic recycling warehouses in Section 32, Shah Alam, Selangor, last night, completely destroying them. Firefighters from four stations battled the blaze, and initial investigations revealed the warehouses operated without any fire safety systems. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.