News near Machang Bubok Penang
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Kuantan cafe closes after selling late owner's final 100 cakes
Kafe Secangkir in Sungai Karang Darat, Kuantan, permanently closed after selling the last 100 cakes made by the late Nur Atiqah Sofiya, who died in an accident on LPT1. The family was overwhelmed by the support of over 100 customers who came on the final day.
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Mechanic shot at Bukit Mertajam workshop in stable condition
A 43-year-old mechanic was shot at a used car workshop on Jalan Sungai Lembu in Bukit Mertajam and is now reported to be in stable condition. Police are investigating the case under Section 307 of the Penal Code to identify the suspects and their motive.
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Six Malaysians held over drug smuggling case linked to co-pilot arrested in Jakarta
Malaysian police have detained six local men in connection with a drug smuggling case involving a Malaysian co-pilot arrested at Jakarta's airport. Four of the suspects had fled to Thailand and Vietnam before returning to Malaysia, where they were arrested. The co-pilot was caught with drugs worth an estimated RM45 million.
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Mechanic injured after being shot by two men on a motorcycle
A 43-year-old mechanic was shot in the right palm by two men on a motorcycle at a car workshop on Jalan Sungai Lembu in Bukit Mertajam. He fled and later lodged a report at the Kulim police station. Police are investigating the motive.
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Sim helps visually impaired street musician raise funds for wife's cancer treatment
MP Steven Sim is helping visually impaired street musician Robert Maidin raise funds for his wife's cancer treatment through a charity concert in Bukit Mertajam. The concert will be held on 6 September at Jit Sin High School, with proceeds going to Robert.