News near Kepong Kuala Lumpur
24 stories within reach of Kepong Kuala Lumpur, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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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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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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Cops suspect murder after man found dead in ditch in Sg Buloh
An unidentified man was found dead in a ditch in Sungai Buloh, Selangor, on Aug 29. Police have classified the case as murder after a post-mortem revealed criminal elements caused the death. Authorities are working to identify the victim and find suspects.
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Body believed to be murder victim found in drain
Police in Sungai Buloh found the body of an unidentified man in a drain, with autopsy revealing criminal elements. The case is classified as murder under Section 302 of the Penal Code, and police are appealing for public assistance.
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Unidentified man found dead in Sungai Buloh drain, case classified as murder
Police in Sungai Buloh discovered the body of an unidentified man in a drain and have classified the case as murder under Section 302 of the Penal Code. The victim, described as fair-skinned and bald, had no identification documents. Police are appealing for public assistance to identify the deceased and find the perpetrators.
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Man arrested in Chow Kit hotel over Quran burning, theft investigations
Police arrested a man at a hotel in Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur, to assist investigations into Quran burning and theft. The arrest was made yesterday, and the suspect is being held for further questioning.
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Private college student dies after fall from 22nd-floor condominium in Setapak
An 18-year-old private college student died after falling from the 22nd floor of a condominium converted into a student hostel in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. Police classified the case as sudden death and are continuing investigations.
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College student falls to death from 22nd floor of Setapak condo
A college student died after falling from the 22nd floor of a condominium in Setapak. CCTV footage showed the first-semester victim returning to his unit at 7.07am before the incident.
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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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Man 'wanted' 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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'Harsh, but true': Kedah MB stands by gambling remarks, denies targeting Anwar
Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor defended his controversial remarks linking gambling to certain communities, stating they were 'harsh, but true'. He denied targeting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, insisting his comments were based on facts and not personal attacks.
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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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Malaysia seeks Nepal’s nod to deploy SMART team for flood SAR mission, says Tok Mat
Malaysia has requested Nepal's permission to deploy the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) for a flood search-and-rescue mission. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan confirmed the request, stating that Malaysia is ready to assist Nepal following severe flooding.
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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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AI programme to equip 100,000 youths for changing job market, says HR minister
The AI for the People Programme aims to equip 100,000 Malaysian youths aged 18 to 30 with AI skills to prepare them for the changing job market, as announced by the Human Resources Minister.
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Armizan: Political maturity key to keeping unity govt stable
Armizan Mohd Ali, the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, emphasized that political maturity and balancing rights with responsibilities are crucial for maintaining the stability of the unity government. He made these remarks during a Merdeka celebration, highlighting the importance of unity among the people.
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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.
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Tighter controls, stronger finances behind Budi Madani fuel quota restoration
The restoration of Budi Madani fuel quotas from 200 to 300 litres is attributed to improved supply management, stricter enforcement, and the government's sound fiscal position. These factors enabled the government to increase the fuel quota for eligible recipients.
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IRB stresses voluntary participation as government lifts e-Invoice threshold, easing compliance for MSMEs
The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) clarified that e-invoicing for MSMEs with annual sales below RM3 million is voluntary, following the government's decision to raise the mandatory threshold. This move aims to ease compliance burdens for smaller businesses.
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'Malaysia belongs to all of us': DPM Fadillah's touching Merdeka video inspires unity
A touching eight-minute Merdeka video shared by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof on Facebook is resonating with Malaysians, emphasizing that Malaysia belongs to all citizens and inspiring unity during the National Day celebrations.
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National Unity Ministry remains committed to strengthening national unity, social harmony
The government, through the National Unity Ministry, reaffirms its commitment to strengthening national unity and social harmony in line with the National Unity Policy.