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Ops Mahir in Perak: 175 foreigners arrested in factory raids
Immigration officers arrested 175 foreign workers during Ops Mahir raids around Bercham and Kanthan, Chemor, Perak, on Wednesday night. Many workers tried to hide among stacked timber and industrial waste bins but were detected. The operation also uncovered suspected use of fake temporary work visit passes.
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AuMAS finds 110,000oz gold resource at Sabah's Andrassy project
AuMAS Resources Bhd has announced a maiden mineral resource estimate of 110,000 ounces of contained gold at its Andrassy gold project in Sabah. The estimate, based on drilling between 2024 and 2026, covers the Bukit Jantung and Bukit Ketupat prospects within the 18,000-hectare licence area near Tawau.
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AEON Malaysia marks 42nd anniversary with nationwide Japanese cultural events and promotions
AEON is celebrating its 42nd anniversary in Malaysia with a campaign themed around Japanese culture, running from September to October. Key activities include a nationwide Kimono gathering at 27 malls, Japanese cultural booths at several locations, and a contest offering flight tickets to Japan.
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Six siblings surprise father with dream Honda ADV160 scooter for his birthday
In Padang Rengas, Perak, six siblings surprised their father, Z Rusli Che Awang, 60, with a Honda ADV160 scooter for his birthday on September 1. The overwhelmed father was seen crying and hugging his children after receiving the gift. His daughter, Nor Aqilah, said they planned the surprise because they knew of their father's interest in the motorcycle.
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Victoria Bridge incident: Father speaks on losing youngest son a year after eldest daughter
A three-year-old boy died after falling from the Victoria Bridge in Perak. His father, still grieving the loss of his eldest daughter last year, spoke about the tragedy and called for better maintenance of old structures.
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Sulong the elephant's leg injury is healing
PERHILITAN says the injured right leg of the wild elephant 'Sulong' is showing positive progress after treatment. The elephant was captured near Gerik, Perak, and has been relocated to a safer natural habitat in Taman Negara Terengganu via Tasik Kenyir.
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Woman found in bag in Sungai Perak was bound before being dumped – Police
Police believe the woman found in a bag in Sungai Perak near Lembah Jetty, Kuala Kangsar, on Aug 14 was bound and had her face covered before being thrown into the river. Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said the victim's identity is still unknown and forensic results are pending. In a separate matter, he said police will investigate allegations of online gambling at several premises in Taiping.
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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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Difficulty identifying woman's body in suitcase, police yet to trace suspect
Police in Perak are struggling to identify a woman's body found in a suitcase in Sungai Perak near Jambatan Sayong, Kuala Kangsar, last month. They believe she is not a Malaysian citizen and are awaiting forensic results to determine the motive and find the suspect.
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Boy dies falling from Victoria Bridge: Police open investigation under Child Act
A three-year-old boy died after falling five meters from the Victoria Bridge in Enggor, Sungai Siput, Perak, on Monday. Police have opened an investigation under the Child Act 2001 for possible neglect, though initial witness statements suggest the child fell into a hole while walking.
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Ambulance driver pleads not guilty to reckless driving causing teenager's death
A 41-year-old ambulance driver pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court in Jasin to reckless driving causing the death of an 18-year-old motorcyclist. The incident occurred at the Ayer Merbau traffic light junction in Jasin on 26 August 2026. The court set bail at RM3,000 and suspended his license.
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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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MSOSH Calls For Safety Audit After Toddler's Death At Victoria Bridge
A three-year-old boy died after falling from Victoria Bridge in Enggor, Kuala Kangsar. MSOSH has called for a comprehensive safety audit of the site and other heritage attractions nationwide.
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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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Victoria Bridge access partly closed after child's fatal fall
The Victoria Bridge tourist attraction near Enggor in Sungai Siput, Perak, was temporarily closed after a three-year-old boy fell five metres to his death. The Kuala Kangsar Municipal Council restricted access to the iron structure and is seeking funds for safety improvements.
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Tragedy at tourist spot: 3-year-old boy falls from bridge and dies while holding father's hand
A 3-year-old boy, Abdul Rafi Abdul Halim, died after falling from the Victoria Bridge in Enggor, near Kuala Kangsar, Perak, while on a family trip. He was walking with his father when he slipped and fell about 5 meters to the road below. The Kuala Kangsar Municipal Council has temporarily closed the bridge with barriers for public safety.
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Three-year-old boy dies after falling from Victoria Bridge
A three-year-old boy died after falling through a hole in Victoria Bridge in Enggor, Kuala Kangsar, while on holiday with his family. The child was pronounced dead at Kuala Kangsar Hospital.
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Gerik tahfiz school cooperative farms chili, fish and chicken for economy and food security
The cooperative of Maahad Tahfiz Pondok Air Jernih in Gerik, Perak, runs various agricultural and entrepreneurial initiatives such as fertigation chili farming, tilapia and chicken rearing to empower its community. The project, known as 'Projek AgroQuranik', also receives support from government agencies and aligns with Perak's food security agenda.