News near Jalan Klang Lama
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Malaysian and Japanese Choirs to Perform Friendship Concert in Kuala Lumpur
The Philharmonic Society of Selangor and the Philharmonic Chorus of Tokyo will perform together at the DBKL City Hall Auditorium in Kuala Lumpur on September 9 and 11. The free concert, featuring traditional songs and Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, is fully booked.
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L'Oréal Malaysia holds first House of Beauty creator commerce festival in KL
L'Oréal Malaysia held its first House of Beauty creator commerce festival at Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur from Sept 7 to 8, involving 13 brands and over 700 creators. The event, supported by Meta and Shopee, aims to strengthen the company's presence in Malaysia's social and e-commerce ecosystem. L'Oréal cited research showing 82% of Malaysian consumers shop for beauty products online.
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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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Skechers Malaysia targets 11 new stores, opens large Sungai Buloh outlet in September
Malaysia is now Skechers' largest market in Southeast Asia, with the company targeting 11 new locations by year-end. A large store in Bandar Seri Coalfields, Sungai Buloh is scheduled to open in September, while an opening at Merdeka 118 is planned for November 1. The company currently operates about 120 stores nationwide.
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IJM launches AI traffic control centre for three highways, cuts response times by 33%
IJM Corporation launched its AI-powered Smart Highway Traffic Control Centre at the Besraya Loke Yew toll plaza lay-by. The system, which covers Besraya, NPE and LEKAS, uses AI and IoT to detect incidents faster and reduce emergency response times to between eight and 10 minutes. Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi officiated the launch and said no retrenchments are planned.
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Brothers get court leave to challenge DBKL nod for 39-storey towers near Old Klang Road home
Two brothers have been granted High Court leave to challenge Kuala Lumpur City Hall's approval for two 39-storey residential towers planned less than 11 metres from their home along Jalan Klang Lama. The court also granted an interim stay on the development until a hearing for a permanent stay on October 8. The brothers are seeking to overturn the development order and building plan, citing concerns over traffic, noise, and lack of an environmental impact assessment.
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NCT Alliance hands over first phase of RM10.2b Selangor smart industrial park, launches second phase
NCT Alliance Bhd has begun handing over vacant possession of the first phase of its NCT Smart Industrial Park in South Selangor, with nearly 90 per cent of its 280 units taken up. The company also launched KM2, the second phase adding 241 industrial units, at an event officiated by Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.
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KESAS highway crash: van slams into trailer lorry, 9 injured including child
A van crashed into the back of a trailer lorry near a petrol station on the KESAS highway in Kuala Lumpur, injuring nine people including a child. The driver was trapped and had to be freed by firefighters from the Bukit Jalil station. The injured were sent to Kuala Lumpur Hospital and University Malaya Medical Centre.
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Rapid KL denies LRT breakdown, says station crowding due to passenger surge
Rapid KL has denied claims that its LRT service was broken, attributing crowding at the Pasar Seni and Kajang interchange stations to a surge in passenger numbers. Crowd control measures are being implemented. The denial follows a viral video alleging service disruption since the previous day.
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US official lays wreath at Tugu Negara honouring Malaysia's fallen heroes
United States Assistant Secretary Cate Dillon laid a wreath at Tugu Negara in Kuala Lumpur to honour those who sacrificed their lives for Malaysia's peace and independence. She was joined by other US officials and received by Malaysian armed forces officers. The US Embassy said the ceremony reflected mutual respect for both countries' heritage and history.
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Ungu's 3 Decades Concert in KL Shows Strong Bond with Malaysian Fans
The Ungu 3 Dasawarsa: Special Night in Kuala Lumpur concert was held at Idea Live Arena, Damansara Intan, last Saturday. Over 20 songs were performed, and vocalist Pasha described Malaysia as a second home for the Indonesian band.
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CAS rejects Selangor appeal, fan ban for FA Cup match stands
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has rejected Selangor FC's request to suspend their punishment of playing without supporters. This means their FA Cup match against Sabah FC at the MBPJ Stadium on September 9 will be played behind closed doors.
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Trevor Noah to make Malaysia debut at Kuala Lumpur show on Nov 9
Comedian Trevor Noah will perform in Malaysia for the first time on Nov 9, 2026, at the Ideas LIVE Arena in Kuala Lumpur. The show, presented by LOL Asia and BOHM, is part of his global stand-up tour and tickets go on presale Sept 9.
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Over 2,000 residents in five Serdang villages plagued by flies, stench from chicken farm
More than 2,000 residents from five villages in Serdang, Bandar Baharu, Kedah, are facing disturbances from flies and foul odors allegedly originating from a nearby poultry farm. Residents claim the problem has worsened over the past three years and are urging authorities to take firm action against the operator.
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Kelana Jaya LRT commuters face packed stations, slow trains for second day
Commuters on the Kelana Jaya LRT line in Kuala Lumpur faced severe overcrowding and slow trains for a second consecutive morning. Social media users reported trains stopping for several minutes at stations and skipping stops, while Rapid KL confirmed congestion at Pasar Seni station and said passenger control measures were in place.
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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on LDP near Puchong; police seek Proton Saga driver
A man in his 40s was killed in a hit-and-run accident on the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) towards Puchong early yesterday morning. Police say a red Proton Saga struck the pedestrian, who was standing in the left lane, and fled the scene. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and police are investigating under the Road Transport Act.
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Syazwani wins third consecutive Para SUKMA gold
Sarawak's para bowler Nur Syazwani Marais won the gold medal in the women's TPB4 singles event at Para SUKMA Selangor 2026, held at Sunway Mega Lanes in Bandar Sunway. This is her third consecutive title after wins in 2022 and 2024. Other gold medals went to athletes from Sabah, Kedah and Selangor.
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Misha Omar announces 25th anniversary showcase 'Aku & Lelaki' at JioSpace on Oct 24
Misha Omar will celebrate 25 years in the music industry with an exclusive showcase titled 'Aku & Lelaki' at JioSpace, Petaling Jaya, Selangor on October 24. The showcase will feature her popular songs as well as her interpretations of iconic tracks by male singers from Malaysia, Indonesia, and internationally. Tickets went on sale on September 3 via Ticket2U.
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Saucony holds inaugural relay race inside historic KL Railway Station
The inaugural Saucony The Maze relay race was held on Saturday night inside the historic Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. Runners competed in teams on an unconventional route through the station, including alongside moving trains and through a tunnel. The event was designed to bring the local running community together.
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Sunway Lagoon roller coaster accident probe may take up to four months, says Selangor police
Selangor police say the investigation into the August 22 roller coaster incident at Sunway Lagoon, which injured 10 visitors, could take another three to four months. Police are waiting for technical reports from several agencies, including DOSH and the Fire and Rescue Department, before concluding the case. The ride remains closed pending the investigation's completion.
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Kuching City FC coach eyes quarter-final spot against Kelantan Red Warrior
Kuching City FC coach Aidil Sharin Sahak wants his team to secure a quarter-final spot in the Piala 2026-2027 by beating Kelantan Red Warrior FC. The return leg, scheduled for 8 September at Stadium Bola Sepak Kuala Lumpur, was moved from Kuching due to haze. The first leg ended in a 0-0 draw.
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Melaka FC miss chance, lose 2-3 to Selangor FC at their home ground
Melaka FC lost 2-3 to Selangor FC in a Super League match at the Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya (MBPJ) Stadium yesterday. Melaka played with a man advantage in the second half but conceded a late goal. Coach E Elavarasan said his players gave their best.