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Skechers Malaysia targets 11 new store locations by year-end
Skechers plans to open about 11 new locations in Malaysia by the end of this year, with Malaysia now its largest market in Southeast Asia. Openings include a 20,000 sq ft store at Bandar Seri Coalfields, Sungai Buloh in September and a store at Merdeka 118 on 1 November.
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Suspected human skeleton found at Durian Tunggal dam reserve; Melaka assures water is safe
A suspected human skeleton was found at the reserve area of the Durian Tunggal dam in Melaka, raising public concern over water supply safety. The Melaka state government says treated water supplied to users remains safe and no water quality parameters have been breached so far. Monitoring and sampling at the catchment area will be stepped up with police and technical agencies.
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Father recalls Captain Zainol Afiq's service in rural Sarawak
The body of Captain Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, 31, was buried at the Forest Height Islamic Cemetery in Senawang, Seremban this evening. His father, Bee Sham Ahmad, said his son was deeply loved by people in rural Sarawak for his commitment to bringing health services to them through the Air Doctor Service. The family is leaving the investigation into the helicopter crash to the authorities.
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Dr Fie urges public to appreciate Health Ministry workers
At Masjid Bandar Baru Senawang, dentist and influencer Dr Afifah Hidayah Ahmad Tawfek, known as Dr Fie, called on the public to appreciate the sacrifices of Health Ministry staff who serve far from their families, including flying by helicopter to rural areas. She also offered condolences to the families of the five victims of the Air Doctor Service helicopter crash in Long Lellang, Miri, Sarawak.
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Kapten Zainol Afiq remembered as family icon
Kapten Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, killed in a helicopter crash in Long Lellang, Miri, Sarawak, was described as a helpful person and a family icon. A school friend and his wife's uncle shared memories at Masjid Bandar Baru Senawang, Seremban.
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DRB-HICOM-Harian Metro Pantun Contest Expands to Southern Zone, Melaka First Host
The Pantun Contest co-organised by DRB-HICOM and Harian Metro is expanding to the Southern Zone after a pilot in Selangor last year. Melaka is the first state to host, with the quarter-finals and semi-finals at SMK Tinggi Melaka, Banda Hilir, tomorrow. Four Melaka schools are competing for a place in the final in Johor.
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Melaka student with Marfan syndrome graduates from PMM with 3.81 GPA
Muhammad Akmal Yazali, 22, from Melaka, received his Electronics Engineering (Computer) diploma from Politeknik Merlimau Melaka with a 3.81 GPA despite living with Marfan syndrome and scoliosis. He was among 1,195 graduates at PMM's 24th convocation in Port Dickson, and will continue his bachelor's degree at UTHM.
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Blue barrel containing suspected human skeleton found at Durian Tunggal Dam
Three anglers found a blue barrel containing a suspected human skeleton at the edge of Durian Tunggal Dam, Jalan Machap Baharu, Alor Gajah, today. Police believe the remains had been inside for at least three weeks and are investigating under Section 302 of the Penal Code.
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Toddler rescued after locking himself inside Honda in Malacca
A three-year-old boy was rescued safely after he became trapped inside a parked Honda in Taman Malacca Baru, Batu Berendam, Malacca, when the car doors locked automatically. Ten firefighters from the Malacca Tengah fire station arrived within eight minutes and freed the child, who was unharmed and returned to his parents.
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Melaka FC Lose 2-1 to Kuching City, Elavarasan Urges Fix for Late Goals
Melaka FC lost 2-1 to Kuching City FC in a Super League match at Hang Jebat Stadium in Krubong, Melaka last night. Head coach E. Elavarasan was disappointed after his side conceded another late goal, the second time this has happened this season. Kuching City are second with 12 points, while Melaka remain 10th with three points.
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PM's political secretary: focus on the people, finish the term
The Prime Minister's political secretary, Datuk Azman Ab Rahman, said the Unity Government should focus on the people's business and complete its term rather than entertain challenges from certain quarters. He was speaking after opening the 25th branch of Kedai Emas Sri Semantan in Ayer Keroh, Melaka, and was commenting on UMNO President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's remarks at the 2026 UMNO General Assembly in Kuala Lumpur.
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Maritime agency detains 33 undocumented Indonesians off Port Dickson
Malaysia's Maritime Enforcement Agency detained 33 undocumented Indonesian migrants, including a boat skipper, after intercepting their unregistered boat off Port Dickson. All were taken to the Melaka and Negeri Sembilan Maritime headquarters jetty for investigation under immigration and anti-trafficking laws.
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Form One student injured after stray dog bite while cycling to school in Krubong
A Form One student was injured on the leg after being bitten by a stray dog while cycling to school in Krubong, Melaka, yesterday morning. His father hopes the authorities will take seriously the stray dog pack that has long roamed around Taman Krubong Perdana.
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Adam Adli: RM1 million Kampung Angkat Madani project in Sungai Putat
The Kampung Angkat Madani programme in Kampung Sungai Putat, Melaka, has spent over RM1 million on community facility upgrades including a hall, roads, drainage and solar lights. Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli Abd Halim said a flood mitigation project worth over RM24 million in the area is more than 50% complete and expected to finish next year.
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NSYNC 2026 in Paroi opens young netball talent pathway to state squad
The Negeri Sembilan Youth Netball Championship (NSYNC) 2026 will be held this Sunday at Kompleks Sukan Negeri, Paroi, bringing together 48 teams and over 500 athletes. The inaugural tournament is organised by Peloh through Kelab Bola Jaring 9Orchids with MSN and PBJNS, offering four age categories and a talent development pathway to state selection.
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Helicopter crash pilot's remains expected to be buried in Senawang tomorrow
The remains of Captain Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, the pilot killed in the Perkhidmatan Doktor Udara (FDS) helicopter crash at Long Lellang, Sarawak, are expected to be buried in Senawang tomorrow. The family is still waiting for DNA test results before the body is brought home, with burial to take place at the Forest Height Islamic Cemetery after prayers at Masjid Bandar Baru Senawang.
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PH ready for Melaka polls without formal talks with BN, says Adam Adli
Adam Adli Abdul Halim said the absence of formal negotiations between PH and BN so far has not affected PH's readiness for the Melaka state election. He said PH is prepared to contest all the seats it previously vied for if no understanding is reached. He spoke after closing the Madani Adopted Village programme at Arena Ara Permai, Kampung Sungai Putat.
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Fence wall under construction collapses in Taman Jayamas, three cars damaged
In Taman Jayamas, Seremban, a house fence wall under construction collapsed at about 3am during heavy rain, crushing three neighbours' cars parked outside the house. The vehicles involved were a Toyota Vios, a Perodua Viva and a Proton Persona, and no injuries were reported. The contractor has been informed and will rebuild the collapsed wall.
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Malayan tapir dies after being hit by car near Terachi
A 250kg male Malayan tapir was struck by a car at Km24 of Jalan Seremban-Kuala Pilah near the Terachi police station late last night. It suffered a broken front leg and internal injuries, and was confirmed dead this morning. The carcass was taken to the Jempol Perhilitan office for disposal under standard procedures.
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Gardener in Melaka returns RM15,000 gold bracelet found at museum
A gardener at the Maritime Museum in Banda Hilir, Melaka found a gold bracelet worth about RM15,000 while sweeping the museum grounds last Sunday. Tengku Andy Asmawi, 28, handed the jewellery to museum management, saying he did not want to take what was not his. The bracelet was later returned to its owner from Kuala Lumpur.
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Southern Score wins RM180mil contract to build private hospital in Bukit Katil
Southern Score Builders Bhd has secured a RM180 million contract for the main building works of a private hospital in Bukit Katil, Melaka. Work starts on Oct 15, 2026 and is targeted for completion on May 14, 2028, covering a seven-storey hospital, a three-storey car park and supporting facilities. The deal is a related-party transaction involving Radium Development Bhd, the ultimate holding company of Radium Hospital Ayer Keroh Sdn Bhd.
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Single mother fined RM1,800 for assaulting man at Melaka Sentral eatery
A 32-year-old single mother was fined RM1,800 by the Ayer Keroh Magistrate's Court after pleading guilty to injuring a man at an eatery in Melaka Sentral on 25 July. The woman, a mother of four who is unemployed, paid the fine or faced two months in jail.
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Private tutor in Melaka pleads not guilty to exposing 4-year-old to physical injury
A 25-year-old private tutor pleaded not guilty at the Ayer Keroh Sessions Court in Melaka to a charge of exposing a four-year-old girl to physical injury on Dec 12, 2025. The court granted RM9,000 bail with one surety, and the case is set for mention on Oct 16.
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Online job scam syndicate busted in Melaka Raya, three Chinese nationals held
Police raided two premises in Melaka Raya and arrested three Chinese men aged 29 to 37 suspected of running an online job scam syndicate. Victims were targeted on TikTok with tasks to 'like' ads and play 'Aether Swap' before being promised commissions. All suspects are remanded four days under Section 420 of the Penal Code and the Immigration Act 1959/63.