News near Petaling Jaya
24 stories within reach of Petaling Jaya, published in the last 24 hours and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Jing Xuan breaks record, wins SUKIPT gold
Sunway University's Ng Jing Xuan won the javelin gold at SUKIPT 2026, setting a new games record of 46.92m. She now sets her sights on the SEA Games and other international meets.
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DBKL urged to expand Bangsar development capacity study citywide
A residents' group has called on DBKL to extend its six-month development capacity study in Bangsar to a citywide assessment, arguing that development intensity should be based on infrastructure and community capacity. The group welcomed the study but proposed applying its methodology to other areas facing development pressure.
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Police fire several shots before arresting cable theft suspect
Police in Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, fired several shots to arrest a cable theft suspect after the vehicle he was in tried to flee a police inspection. The suspect was arrested and the incident is under investigation.
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Teen beaten for refusing to join gang
A 15-year-old boy was assaulted by five teenagers at a condominium in Bukit Jalil after declining to join their gang. He was treated at a hospital, and police arrested the suspects in Cheras.
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Exists returns with Memento Mori 2.0
Malaysian band Exists will hold a second concert, Memento Mori 2.0, at Unifi Arena, Bukit Jalil on Nov 8, following the success of their first show. The new concert will feature a refreshed setlist with more hit songs, and tickets are priced from RM228 to RM488.
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Music community rallies behind Flop Poppy’s Andy and his daughter
Andy, vocalist of Malaysian band Flop Poppy, is seeking public support to fund his daughter Inaz's RM97,000 scoliosis surgery. A charity concert and donation drive, 'SOS 4 INAZ', is being organized by Karyawan to help cover the treatment costs. The event will feature performances by several local acts.
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'SOS 4 INAZ' for employee, DBKL helps raise funds for Andy's child
DBKL and KARYAWAN are organizing the Indie Vibes @ Panggung Anniversari event on September 5 to raise funds for Inaz, the five-year-old child of singer Andy from Flop Poppy, who requires surgery for severe scoliosis. The event will feature performances and charity sales to help cover the estimated RM97,000 treatment cost.
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Duta Enclave: RM1.39 Million Compensation to Semantan More Than Sufficient
The High Court was told that the RM1.39 million compensation paid by the Malaysian government in 1956 for the acquisition of 263.272 acres of land known as Duta Enclave was more than sufficient. A government valuation expert testified that the market value of the land at the time was RM875,000, which is lower than the amount already paid.
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Caprice defamation case to proceed after mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad 'Baddestcoach' Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram. The next case management is scheduled for September 7.
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Kidsnergy and Malaysia Athletics launch new grassroots initiative for children
Kidsnergy and Malaysia Athletics launched KidsRix, a new grassroots athletics program for children, during the Merdeka Kidsnergy Run in Kuala Lumpur. The initiative focuses on fun and accessible athletics fundamentals and is part of a larger ecosystem leading to the 2026 Kidsnergy Malaysia International Games.
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PNB Merdeka Ventures attracts global brands to Menara Merdeka Maybank
PNB Merdeka Ventures is actively attracting global brands from India, China and West Asia to Menara Merdeka Maybank in Kuala Lumpur. The company is in the process of signing agreements with two global brands in the finance and technology sectors. About 70% of the leasable space has been taken up, with Maybank as the anchor tenant.
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Murad Zaidi's defamation suit against Caprice heads to trial as mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram, and a consent order was previously recorded for removal of the statements.
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PAS confirms attendance at UMNO General Assembly
PAS has confirmed it will attend the UMNO General Assembly (PAU) 2026 at WTCKL after receiving an invitation from UMNO. The PAS Secretary-General stated that the party president's attendance is uncertain due to health reasons, but other representatives will attend.
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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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Malaysia's largest tech convention rebrands as AiSEM@Selangor, sharpening its bet on AI and semiconductors
Selangor's flagship tech convention, formerly SDEC, has been rebranded as AiSEM@Selangor (AI & Semiconductor Summit) to reflect the state's focus on AI and semiconductors. The 11th edition will take place from 14-17 October at KLCC and Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, as part of the Selangor International Business Summit.
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Serial cable thief arrested after 30-minute KL car chase
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a serial cable thief after a 30-minute car chase. The suspect was apprehended, while a second suspect, the driver, managed to flee the scene.
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'Wanted' man 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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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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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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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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#SHOWBIZ: '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.