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Zahid proposes 'Grand Collaboration' between coalitions at Umno assembly
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi told the party's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur that a 'Grand Collaboration' through political understanding (Tafahum Siyasi) has been proposed to avoid clashes between coalitions. He said the concept is not a merger, rests on three principles, and draws on the Treaty of Hudaibiyah, while stressing Umno keeps its own identity in any cooperation.
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Zahid: Bumiputera leadership is a trust that ensures racial harmony
UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Bumiputera leadership must be upheld as a trust to guarantee stability and harmony between races in the country. Speaking at the presidential address at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, he said inclusive leadership distinguishes UMNO from political domination.
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Army officer murder case: chemical report due 13 October
The Kuala Lumpur Magistrate's Court has fixed 13 October for the chemical report in the case of Captain Jad Faid Arhan, 31, accused of killing Bangladeshi influencer Muzahid Millad, 22, in a crash on the Maju Expressway (MEX) on 23 April. The same date was set in a separate traffic court for two charges of driving under the influence that seriously injured an e-hailing driver and a woman passenger.
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Woman hurt as car flips after hitting raised road fixture in Petaling Jaya
A 46-year-old woman was injured when her Honda City overturned after its left tyre struck a raised metal road fixture on Jalan Gasing-Jalan Templer in Petaling Jaya at about 7.10am. She was taken to Assunta Hospital for a leg injury. Police say the poorly maintained fixture caused the crash and are investigating under the Road Traffic Rules.
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PAS says UMNO's Malaysia Biru agenda aligns with its WINS 2051 vision
PAS vice-president Datuk Idris Ahmad said UMNO's Malaysia Biru agenda is in line with PAS's own Wawasan Induk Negara Sejahtera 2051 (WINS 2051). He spoke after attending the opening of UMNO's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. Idris also said PAS-UMNO cooperation for the Melaka state election is already being mobilised at the grassroots.
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Rosman: Pearly-Thinaah can win Asian Games medal, but it will be hard
National women's doubles coach Rosman Razak said Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah are still capable of winning a medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, but admitted their form has not fully recovered after Pearly's back injury. He spoke after a training session at the Academy Badminton Malaysia in Bukit Kiara on Friday.
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Ku Li: UMNO and PAS need to reunite
Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah said UMNO and PAS should reunite in political cooperation as one big family. He welcomed the presence of PAS leaders at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur and urged former UMNO leaders to return to the party.
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Umno calls for Malay-Muslim unity, welcomes PAS at assembly
Umno renewed its call for Malay-Muslim unity as more than 3,000 delegates gathered at Dewan Merdeka, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi urged former allies to put past differences behind them and outlined three principles for cooperation. The presence of PAS leaders was welcomed as a sign of old ties being rebuilt.
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The Whale staged at KLPAC from Sept 17 to 20
The Actor Studio Seni Teater Rakyat is staging Samuel D. Hunter's play The Whale at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre from September 17 to 20. Directed by Christopher Ling, the production follows Charlie, a reclusive English teacher eating himself to death as he tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter. Tickets start at RM78.
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Naimi Daini joins Awie Rock King concert at Stadium Merdeka
Female drummer Naimi Daini will make a special appearance at the Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing 2026 concert at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur tomorrow. It is her second appearance on a big stage after the Nusafest concert with Search in 2023. She will accompany performances by Datuk Awie, Merrah and Puteri with songs including RNR Lu Punya Suka and Di Bayang Awan.
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Federal Territories Pardons Board meeting ends, Hannah Yeoh says wait for official statement
The Federal Territories Pardons Board, chaired by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, concluded its meeting at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur this morning. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh declined to comment on the outcome, including whether former Prime Minister Najib Razak's case was discussed, and asked the media to wait for an official statement.
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Kim Pan Gon urges FAM to replace empty-stadium bans with fines
Selangor FC coach Kim Pan Gon has urged FAM to consider other punishments instead of ordering matches to be played in an empty stadium. He said supporters are the heart of football and the ban hurts the team. Selangor played without fans at Stadium MBPJ in the second leg of the FA Cup round of 16 against Sabah FC.
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Companies need preventive approach to workforce risks, says tech industry leader
Venovox Sdn Bhd CEO Sharmila Gunasekaran called on companies to take a preventive approach to workforce-related risks such as fraud and misconduct, rather than acting only after an incident occurs. She said background screening and risk intelligence can help employers identify concerns early before employees are given access to critical assets. She spoke after receiving the Woman in Tech Award at the PIKOM Digital Excellence Awards (PDEA) 2026 in Kuala Lumpur.
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Permatang rep attends Umno assembly, undecided on political home
Nurul Syazwani Noh, the Bersatu assemblyman for Permatang, attended the Umno general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today. She said she remains a Bersatu member and will decide her political allegiance only after the Selangor state assembly is dissolved.
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Umno assembly day three opens with classic hits at WTCKL
The 2026 Umno General Assembly entered its third day at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, with delegates greeted by 1970s and 1980s Malay classics before the Dewan Merdeka sessions. The day features a motion debate after the president's policy speech, and four PAS leaders are attending.
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Badruddin greets PAU 2026 guests in Hokkien dialect
UMNO permanent chairman Tan Sri Badruddin Amiruldin used the Hokkien dialect to greet multiracial guests at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur. He described the multiracial attendance as one family. Among those present were MCA president Wee Ka Siong, MIC president Vigneswaran and diplomatic representatives from various countries.
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Hazama takes on Somdet Phra role, learns Thai dialect for Mansur & Liu
Singer and actor Hazama describes playing Somdet Phra in Teater Muzikal Mansur & Liu as a major challenge, learning Thai dialect and musical scales on his own initiative. The musical runs at Panggung Sari, Istana Budaya from 10 to 20 September.
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Rosmah attends Umno assembly as Najib's clemency bid looms
Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor attended Umno's general assembly at Dewan Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur today as her husband Datuk Seri Najib Razak's clemency bid awaits a decision. Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi invited Rosmah to stand as delegates applauded, and said he hoped for the best news today, while the Federal Territories Pardons Board is expected to meet this morning.
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Asyraf Wajdi: UMNO unafraid of pressure on unity with PAS
UMNO secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the party is not intimidated by pressure, slander and accusations aimed at its unity push with PAS. He spoke while presenting a report at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur today.
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Thai cook held by JPJ for driving with expired road tax
A Thai cook was detained on Jalan Genting Kelang in Kuala Lumpur for driving a Mercedes with an expired motor vehicle licence. In the same Ops Luxury sweep, a Chinese driver was held on Jalan Stonor for having no competent driving licence. Both vehicles were seized at JPJ Kuala Lumpur for investigation.
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UMNO assembly day three: Ahmad Zahid's policy speech in focus
The third day of UMNO's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur is expected to centre on the President's policy speech by Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The address is expected to cover the party's political cooperation within the Unity Government, preparations for the Melaka state election and GE-16, and issues including the Tabung Haji RCI and FELDA. Nearly 3,000 delegates are attending.
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Foreign businesses push up rents in Mont Kiara and Sri Hartamas
In Kuala Lumpur's Mont Kiara and Sri Hartamas areas, an influx of Korean and Chinese businesses is driving up commercial rents, with some newcomers offering well above asking prices for shop lots. Local SMEs say landlords now expect unrealistic rents, making it hard for them to compete.
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Muss, Jo, Eddie and Black reunite at Mega Star Arena after 26 years
A concert marking the 30th anniversary of the album Biru Mata Hitamku was held at Mega Star Arena in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur last Saturday. Muss, Jo, Eddie and Black performed together for the first time since 1999, singing songs from the album and paying tribute to the late JS Kevin and Bob Lokman.
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Australian, US tourists tour KL heritage by Vespa
Fifteen Australian tourists and three from the United States were taken around Kuala Lumpur on Vespa scooters recently. They visited Medan Selera Pudu, Kwai Chai Hong in Chinatown and Little India in Brickfields to sample Malay, Chinese and Indian food and culture.