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Two men charged with cheating, pawning non-genuine gold
Two men were charged at the Magistrate's Court in Batu Gajah for allegedly cheating two pawnshops by pawning items they claimed were pure gold. One pleaded guilty, while the other claimed trial. The court set bail and scheduled the next mention for October 12.
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Father of six relieved to get a more comfortable home
An Orang Asli father of six in Kampung Orang Asli Batu 8, Sungai Tidong, Jalan Pahang, Tapah, Perak, is grateful to now live in a new, more comfortable RM80,000 home built under Jakoa's Orang Asli Home Assistance Project. He previously lived in an old, cramped house with his extended family.
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Bus hits PLUS barrier: Driver drowsy due to heart medication - Police
A bus crashed into the central divider of the PLUS highway at KM 328.3 between Bidor and Tapah, Perak. Police said the driver, who was on a journey from Kajang to Kulim without passengers, fell asleep due to the influence of heart medication. The driver was taken to Tapah Hospital for treatment.
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Police seize 168 bitcoin mining units in Perak
Police in Perak conducted raids in Sungai Siput and Sri Iskandar, seizing 168 bitcoin mining units and arresting a suspect with eight prior criminal records. The operation, with Tenaga Nasional Berhad, targeted abandoned premises used for illegal mining and electricity theft.
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Police raid four Bitcoin mines, seize 168 machines
Police in Perak conducted raids on illegal Bitcoin mining operations in Sungai Siput and Seri Iskandar, seizing 168 mining machines and arresting one man. The raids were carried out with cooperation from Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).
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Fewer than 150 Malayan Tigers remain, more patrollers needed
At a celebration in Pos Yum, Perak, conservation group Rimau said that while patrol efforts have increased, more patrollers and sustainable funding are needed to protect the critically endangered Malayan tiger in habitats like the Korbu forest landscape.
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Vacant houses turned into mining farms! Police uncover Bitcoin mining syndicate breaking into empty premises to install rigs
Police in Perak conducted four raids on National Day in Sungai Siput and Seri Iskandar, dismantling Bitcoin mining operations that stole electricity. They seized 168 mining machines worth about RM500,000 and arrested a 39-year-old man. The syndicate targeted vacant premises whose owners often work in Kuala Lumpur or Selangor.
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Ipoh festival to celebrate diverse coffee cultures
The first-ever Ipoh Coffee Vibes festival will be held from Sept 10-13 at the Riverfront Old Town Ipoh, featuring food, music, and coffee from various cultures. The event, announced by state committee chairman Loh Sze Yee, targets 40,000 visitors and includes a lucky draw for those spending RM50 or more.
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Police detain four men suspected of breaking into factory
Police in Batu Gajah arrested four local men suspected of breaking into a factory in the Pengkalan 3 Industrial Area, Pusing, last Sunday. The arrests followed a patrol that spotted two men acting suspiciously at the factory; all four were remanded at the Ipoh Magistrate's Court.
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Bercham 10 fire: One hurt as major blaze damages nine factory lots in Ipoh
A fire at a plastics factory in Persiaran Industri Bercham 10, Bercham, Ipoh, spread to nine factory lots, injuring a 42-year-old man. Firefighters brought the blaze under control.
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Man in Ultraman costume detained at Perak National Day celebration
A man in an Ultraman costume with a psychiatric history was detained by police near the main stage of the state-level National Day celebration in Ipoh, Perak. Police said he caused no disturbance but was behaving suspiciously, and he will be referred to Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta.
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RM1b urban forest set to turn Tambun into Ipoh's next tourism hotspot
A RM1 billion urban forest development in Tambun, Ipoh, is expected to be completed within three years. The project, a collaboration between Team Keris Bhd, RJJ Hotels, and the Malaysian Chinese Restaurant Association, aims to boost tourism, hospitality, and F&B in the area. The signing ceremony for the agreements took place in Ipoh on August 28.
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Merdeka memories still feel fresh for these Ipoh seniors
Senior citizens at Halaman Suri Sejahtera in Ipoh, Perak, took part in National Day-themed activities, including singing patriotic songs and making Jalur Gemilang flags. The event, held earlier this month, was aimed at helping seniors reminisce about past Merdeka celebrations while fostering new connections.
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Tesla Malaysia Opens New Supercharger Site in Ipoh
Tesla Malaysia has opened a new V4 Supercharging station at AEON Mall Kinta City in Ipoh, Perak, its 21st in the country. The station completes Tesla's regional Supercharging network, enabling cross-country travel from Singapore through Malaysia to Thailand. Charging is free until 23 August.