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Six Agrobank customers win Proton X50 in MAHA 2026 draw
Six Agrobank customers each won a Proton X50 in the monthly draw of the Mega Million 3.0 campaign. The prizes were handed over at a ceremony at MAEPS, Serdang, yesterday. The campaign offers prizes worth over RM2.5 million.
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Haze with API of 169 postpones four Para SUKMA Selangor events
Four Para SUKMA Selangor 2026 events scheduled for today were postponed due to an unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 169 in Shah Alam and Klang. The postponed events include Para Athletics at UiTM Stadium, Para Swimming at the Selangor Aquatic Complex, Para Archery at KOMBES and Lawn Bowls at Bayuemas, Klang.
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MAHA 2026 closes with RM66.88m sales, 4.3 million visitors
The Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition (MAHA) 2026 closed at MAEPS, Serdang, recording RM66.88 million in sales and RM10.35 billion in collaborations through 97 MoUs. The 10-day exhibition attracted 4.30 million visitors and its closing was officiated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
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MYDIN to open first hypermarket at KITA @ Cybersouth township in Dengkil
LBS Bina Group has signed a lease agreement with MYDIN to open the first hypermarket at its KITA @ Cybersouth development in Dengkil. The new MYDIN store will be built on a 1.37-acre site with a floor area of 24,000 square feet as part of the KITA Avenue Square commercial component. The township currently has about 30,000 residents, a number expected to grow to 70,000.
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PROTON joins National Day parade with 14 vehicles, showcases e.MAS models
PROTON and its subsidiary PRO-NET participated in the 69th National Day parade at Dataran Putrajaya with 14 vehicles. The line-up included iconic models like the Proton Saga and EV models from e.MAS, highlighting the brand's shift towards electric mobility. PRO-NET CEO Zhang Qiang said the participation reflects PROTON's journey as a national brand and e.MAS's role in the country's mobility future.
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University of Cyberjaya launches rehabilitation sciences school and chiropractic degree
The University of Cyberjaya (UOC) officially launched its School of Rehabilitation Sciences and a new Bachelor of Chiropractic (Honours) Programme in Cyberjaya. The university says the new programmes aim to meet the growing demand for rehabilitation services driven by Malaysia's ageing population.
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Malaysia's pineapple exports triple in three years, minister says at MAHA 2026
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said Malaysia's pineapple exports have tripled in about three years. He made the remarks after joining a cooking demonstration with international chef Martin Yan at the Laman Agro Food Nanas during MAHA 2026 at MAEPS, Serdang. The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) also held activities including the Pineapple Kitchen Challenge.
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Sarawak Pavilion wins best state pavilion at MAHA 2026
The Sarawak Pavilion was named the Best State Pavilion and overall champion at MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang. The win brought a cash prize of RM15,000 and a certificate, received by M-FICORD's permanent secretary, Datu Sirai Daha, from Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
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Sabah Governor visits Maha 2026 agriculture expo in Serdang
Sabah State Governor Tun Musa Aman visited the Maha 2026 agriculture exhibition at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (Maeps) in Selangor. He was joined by federal and state agriculture officials during the visit.
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MoU value at MAHA hits RM9.3 billion, exceeding RM8 billion target
Memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition (MAHA) at MAEPS, Serdang reached RM9.3 billion, exceeding the initial RM8 billion target. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu said visitor numbers reached 2.77 million by the seventh day, with sales value at RM16.3 million.
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DVS launches five poultry farming guidebooks at MAHA 2026
The Veterinary Services Department (DVS) launched five updated Poultry Farming Guidebooks (2025 Edition) at MAHA 2026 in MAEPS, Serdang. The guides aim to strengthen the delivery of technical information to farmers and industry players, covering farm management, animal health, and economic analysis.
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NAFAS, Chinese firms sign RM1.5b MoU for integrated fertiliser industry
The National Farmers Organisation (NAFAS) signed a five-year MoU with China's Guizhou Phosphate Chemical Group and Jiangsu Chemical Design Institute at MAHA 2026 in Serdang. The RM1.5 billion collaboration aims to develop an integrated phosphate fertiliser industry, including a raw-material processing facility and long-term supply agreements. The signing was witnessed by Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu.
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Man who provoked crowd at Putrajaya National Day event: police await DPP instructions
Police have referred the investigation paper on a man accused of causing a disturbance at the National Day celebrations in Dataran Putrajaya to the Deputy Public Prosecutor. The suspect, a 30-year-old cook, tested positive for THC and turned himself in. Police have recorded statements from seven witnesses.
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Cops probing Putrajaya accident involving schoolgirl
Police are investigating a road accident in Putrajaya where a 13-year-old schoolgirl was knocked down by a motorcyclist while crossing the road in front of SMK PP 5(1) in Presint 5. The girl suffered minor injuries and the case is being investigated for reckless driving.
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Pineapple entrepreneur association expands SG1 cultivation area
The Pertubuhan Pengusaha Nanas SG1 Malaysia association was inaugurated at MAHA 2026 in Serdang, Selangor, with the aim of expanding SG1 pineapple cultivation to 2,000 hectares within six years. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security stated the target aligns with its goal of reaching RM2 billion in pineapple exports by January 2028.
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KPKM Intensifies Efforts to Produce Local Plant Seeds, Reduce Imports
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) is intensifying efforts to produce local plant seed varieties to reduce the country's dependence on imported seeds. Minister Mohamad Sabu highlighted that nearly 90% of vegetable seed needs are still imported, and the import value has surged from USD5 million in 2021 to USD70 million in 2025. He announced this at the launch of the National Plant Seed Industry Empowerment Program during MAHA 2026 at the Malaysia Agriculture Exposition Park in Serdang.
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MAHA 2026: 2.2 million visitors recorded on seventh day
MAHA 2026, held at MAEPS in Serdang, has attracted 2.2 million visitors and RM14 million in sales by its seventh day. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu announced the figures and highlighted MoUs signed, including RM4 million for a tuna enterprise in Labuan.
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Columbia Asia Hospital celebrates Merdeka babies with RM1,000 gift
Columbia Asia Hospital gave RM1,000 to every Malaysian baby born at its hospitals on Merdeka Day through its The HeadStart Initiative with Hong Leong Bank. The initiative helps parents start savings for their newborns.
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Fahmi visits human graphics performer who collapsed at National Day event
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil visited Nur Rossuzieyana Safiyya Rosidi, who is recovering at Hospital Putrajaya after collapsing during the National Day human graphics performance at Dataran Putrajaya. He reported her condition as stable and asked the public to pray for her.
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Sunway helps rehabilitation center residents build a new life
Sunway Group launched its #SunwayforGood food program at Rumah Sahabat in Hulu Langat, buying 5,000 burgers from the drug rehabilitation center's residents. The National Day event was attended by the Raja Muda of Selangor and involved 500 guests from 10 welfare homes in Selangor.
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Harimau Malaya get a new 'home' in Putrajaya
The Malaysian national football team will use the new National Training Centre (NTC) in Presint 5, Putrajaya, for its preparations for the ASEAN FIFA Cup 2026. FAM Secretary-General Noor Azman Rahman confirmed the facilities are ready for use.
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Man who caused National Day provocation tests positive for drugs
A 30-year-old man surrendered to police in Putrajaya after allegedly provoking a shoving incident at the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya. He tested positive for THC and was remanded for one day. Police are investigating under multiple sections including the Dangerous Drugs Act and the Penal Code.
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Cook arrested for inciting crowd at National Day parade in Putrajaya; remanded one day
A 30-year-old cook was arrested in Putrajaya for allegedly urging the public to break through safety barriers at the 2026 National Day celebration, causing a stampede that injured several people. He was produced in court and remanded for one day to assist investigations.
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Musee Platinum at IOI Conezion Offers INDIBA Early Bird Promotion with Over RM500 Savings
Starting 2 September 2026, Musee Platinum at IOI Conezion is offering an early bird promotion on INDIBA treatments, saving customers over RM500. The offer is limited and exclusive to this location.