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Federal Court refuses developer leave to appeal Cyberjaya bungalow project ruling
The Federal Court in Putrajaya has refused Lakefront Residence Sdn Bhd and Timeless Hectares Sdn Bhd leave to appeal a Court of Appeal decision that halted a commercial project near 28 luxury bungalows and villas in Cyberjaya. The April ruling found the developer breached sale and purchase agreements by converting residential units to commercial use, and the applicants were ordered to pay RM50,000 in costs.
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Sejiwa Social Club opens in Cyberjaya with pickleball, padel and dining
Sejiwa Social Club launched in Cyberjaya on 30 August 2026, occupying about 30,000 sq ft inside the 28-acre Royal Selangor Polo & Equestrian Club. The venue combines pickleball, padel, polo, equestrian activities, dining and entertainment, with courts named after Selangor's nine districts. The launch event featured celebrity court sessions, exhibition matches and a Merdeka countdown with fireworks.
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MAKAF promises Proton e.MAS to karate gold medallists at Asian Games
The Malaysian Karate Federation (MAKAF) has promised a Proton e.MAS car to any national karate athlete who wins gold at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Its president Datuk Nur Azmi Ahmad said the reward is extra motivation for the seven athletes being sent, with a target of at least one gold. The announcement was made after a symbolic ceremony at the National Sports Institute (ISN) in Kuala Lumpur.
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Video of suspected street race on Putrajaya main road sparks concern, Radzi to contact police
A video showing vehicles believed to be racing and testing their speed on a main road in Putrajaya at night has gone viral on social media, raising safety concerns among users. Putrajaya MP Datuk Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin said he will contact the Putrajaya district police headquarters for more details. Last Saturday, Putrajaya police launched an operation against street racers and seized 14 vehicles, including 13 motorcycles, at Lebuh Sentosa.
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Le Méridien Putrajaya marks 10th anniversary with special packages
Le Méridien Putrajaya hotel is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Putrajaya. The management highlighted its role as an integrated lifestyle destination and announced special stay and dining packages for the occasion. The hotel also recently received two industry awards.
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Police arrest another pilot in Klang Valley over Jakarta drug syndicate case
Malaysian police arrested another local pilot in the Klang Valley on Monday in connection with an international drug trafficking syndicate linked to a Malaysian co-pilot detained in Jakarta. The suspect, in his 30s, is believed to have handled proceeds from drug sales, bringing the total number of arrests to seven. Police also detailed five raids under Op Melanoplus that netted over 86kg of drugs worth RM10.82 million.
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Police cripple Klang Valley vape drug syndicate, seize RM10.82mil in drugs
Police arrested seven men and two women in five raids across the Klang Valley, seizing drugs worth RM10.82 million. The syndicate had been lacing vape liquid with drugs and distributing them via courier services since April. Several suspects have been charged under the Dangerous Drugs Act.
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Avenged Sevenfold's KL concert nearly sold out with 100 tickets left
Avenged Sevenfold's concert in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 26 at Unifi Arena KL is nearly sold out, with only 100 tickets remaining. Tickets are available in Rockzone at RM699 and Fan Zone at RM499 through Hitman Live.
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Malaysian brand 2AM opens first 3D-printed footwear outlet at IOI City Mall
Malaysian footwear brand 2AM has opened its first standalone outlet in Malaysia at IOI City Mall. The brand, founded by Wong Kim Yoong, uses 3D printing to create shoes with unconventional designs from recyclable materials. Following an online launch in China last year, the new physical store allows local consumers to experience the brand's approach to 3D-printed footwear.
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Rizman Ruzaini opens KLFW 2026 with heritage-inspired collection
The fashion duo Rizman Ruzaini opened the Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) 2026 at Esplanade, Taman KLCC with their collection 'RR Vol 4: Heritage in Motion'. The collection pays homage to Malaysian street heritage, drawing inspiration from elements like beca and old vehicles, and features motifs from Sabah Foundation's archive batik. The show, attended by about 500 guests, marks a significant milestone for the brand.
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International Leptospirosis Conference (ILS) 2026
International Leptospirosis Conference (ILS) 2026. 27 October to 29 October 2026, at Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang.
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Malaysia International Automotive & Parts Expo (MIAPEX) 2026
Malaysia International Automotive & Parts Expo (MIAPEX) 2026. 23 October to 25 October 2026, at Mines International Exhibition Centre, Seri Kembangan.
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The Weeknd in Kuala Lumpur
The Weeknd in Kuala Lumpur. 4 November to 5 November 2026, at TM Stadium Nasional, Kuala Lumpur.
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VIJAY ANTONY LIVE IN CONCERT 2026
VIJAY ANTONY LIVE IN CONCERT 2026. 1 November 2026, at National Hockey Stadium, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.
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IJM launches AI traffic control centre for three highways, cuts response times by 33%
IJM Corporation launched its AI-powered Smart Highway Traffic Control Centre at the Besraya Loke Yew toll plaza lay-by. The system, which covers Besraya, NPE and LEKAS, uses AI and IoT to detect incidents faster and reduce emergency response times to between eight and 10 minutes. Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi officiated the launch and said no retrenchments are planned.
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NCT Alliance hands over first phase of RM10.2b Selangor smart industrial park, launches second phase
NCT Alliance Bhd has begun handing over vacant possession of the first phase of its NCT Smart Industrial Park in South Selangor, with nearly 90 per cent of its 280 units taken up. The company also launched KM2, the second phase adding 241 industrial units, at an event officiated by Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.
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Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab AT launched in Malaysia, priced from RM107,980
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has launched the Triton Single Cab Automatic Transmission (AT) variant in Malaysia. Priced at RM107,980 on-the-road without insurance for private registration in Peninsular Malaysia, it is RM3,000 more than the manual version. The new variant makes its public debut at MAHA 2026 in Serdang.
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TM One launches TM CYDEC cyber defence centre in Cyberjaya for enterprises, government
TM One has launched TM CYDEC, a new cyber defence centre at its Cyberjaya Campus. The centre uses a Cyber Fusion model to provide integrated threat monitoring and response for enterprises and government agencies, addressing risks related to AI adoption and regulatory compliance.
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KESAS highway crash: van slams into trailer lorry, 9 injured including child
A van crashed into the back of a trailer lorry near a petrol station on the KESAS highway in Kuala Lumpur, injuring nine people including a child. The driver was trapped and had to be freed by firefighters from the Bukit Jalil station. The injured were sent to Kuala Lumpur Hospital and University Malaya Medical Centre.
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Over 2,000 residents in five Serdang villages plagued by flies, stench from chicken farm
More than 2,000 residents from five villages in Serdang, Bandar Baharu, Kedah, are facing disturbances from flies and foul odors allegedly originating from a nearby poultry farm. Residents claim the problem has worsened over the past three years and are urging authorities to take firm action against the operator.
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Sarawak wins relay gold, sets record at Para SUKMA opening
Sarawak's men's 4x100m medley relay team won gold at the Para SUKMA XXII in Selangor, setting a Games record in the 400m freestyle. The team also collected two silver and one bronze on the opening day.
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China firms sign RM3.2b in deals at MAHA 2026, a third of total
China accounted for nearly one-third of the RM10.3 billion in deals secured at MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang. Malaysian and Chinese parties signed 17 MoUs worth RM3.2 billion covering agro-food products and technologies. The exhibition, which ran from Aug 28 to Sept 6, attracted about 4.3 million visitors.
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LPNM records RM2.3 billion in potential pineapple investments at MAHA 2026
The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) recorded RM2.3 billion in potential investments from MoUs signed at MAHA 2026 in Serdang. The figure is over 25% of the RM8 billion target set by the agriculture ministry. LPNM will focus on downstream processing and high-value products like a natural sweetener from pineapple extracts.
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MAHA 2026 draws 4.3 million visitors, sales hit RM66.88 million
The MAHA 2026 agriculture exhibition at MAEPS, Serdang, closed with 4.3 million visitors, surpassing its four million target. Sales reached RM66.88 million, and MoUs worth RM10.3 billion were signed during the event from August 28 to yesterday.