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NAFAS, Chinese Firms Sign RM1.5b MoU for Integrated Fertilizer Industry
NAFAS signed a five-year strategic MoU valued at RM1.5 billion with Guizhou Phosphate Chemical Group and Jiangsu Chemical Design Institute to develop an integrated phosphate fertilizer industry in Malaysia. The agreement, signed at MAHA 2026 in Serdang, also covers raw material processing and supply guarantees. NAFAS also signed other MoUs and agreements on Thursday with a total investment value exceeding RM121 million.
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AEON Malaysia marks 42nd anniversary with nationwide Japanese cultural events and promotions
AEON is celebrating its 42nd anniversary in Malaysia with a campaign themed around Japanese culture, running from September to October. Key activities include a nationwide Kimono gathering at 27 malls, Japanese cultural booths at several locations, and a contest offering flight tickets to Japan.
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MAHB, China partners sign MoU for fast-track clearance of Malaysian durians at Chinese customs
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has signed a tripartite MoU with China Henan Aviation Group and Tropika Makmur Manufacturing to explore a fast-track scheme for Malaysian durians to clear customs in China within three to four hours. The initiative, announced at MAHA 2026 in Serdang, would link KLIA and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport.
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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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Resorts World Genting, AGIBOT debut 'Wukong Never Fades' robotic show
Resorts World Genting and AGIBOT have unveiled a new robotic performance titled 'Wukong Never Fades' at the Genting International Showroom. The show, previewed on Aug 29, reimagines the Monkey King legend with over 40 robots and is the first AGIBOT Robotics Performance IP staged outside China.
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Activist arrested for sedition over posts on temple demolition protest
A 55-year-old activist was arrested in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, for allegedly posting seditious content on social media related to a protest over the demolition of an Hindu temple in Kangar. The Kangar police chief said the activist was remanded for two days and is being investigated under the Sedition Act and for misuse of internet facilities.
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Single mother in Rawang sells fish satay in dinosaur costume for her kids
A 29-year-old single mother in Rawang, Selangor, wears a dinosaur costume while selling fish satay and crab sticks to support her three children. Nur Shamimi Md Shaied started the business over a month ago and now earns between RM20 and RM40 daily.
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Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Jemie Lai reach first World Tour semifinal of 2025 in Shenzhen
Malaysian mixed doubles pair Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Jemie Lai defeated China's Gao Jiaxuan and Wu Mengying 21-15, 21-11 in the quarter-finals of the China Masters in Shenzhen. This is their first World Tour semifinal appearance this year. They will next face top seeds Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping.
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Stroke-stricken actor M Jamil gets visit, aid from Zahid's wife
Veteran actor and director M Jamil, who is bedridden after a leg amputation, received a visit and donations from Datin Seri Hamidah Khamis, wife of Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, at his home in Subang Jaya. Hamidah, accompanied by celebrity couple Datuk Den Wahab and Datin Nora Tamam, handed over food baskets and money, and advised Jamil to continue his physiotherapy.
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MAPEX 2026 property fair opens in KL, targets RM2 billion in sales
The Malaysia Property Exhibition (MAPEX) 2026 opened today at the Mid Valley Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur, featuring 22 developers offering about 5,000 property units across the Klang Valley, Melaka, Pahang and Penang. Organisers expect RM2 billion in sales during the three-day event, which also includes participation from five government agencies.
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Umar Fareed wins SUKIPT 2026 air pistol gold, beating UPNM rival
Umar Fareed Faroukh of Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) won the men's 10m air pistol event at SUKIPT 2026, held at the shooting range of Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) in Kuala Lumpur. He scored 233.9 points, ahead of silver medalist Muhammad Zainal 'Azim Ahmad Mahmud from UPNM and bronze medalist Muhammad Afiq Azrief Khalil from UiTM. The victory is significant for Umar, who is no longer in the national program this year.
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Taman Alam Mega murder: 8 charged in Shah Alam court over gang killing
Eight people, including two alleged gang members, were charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court today over the murder of a 23-year-old man in Taman Alam Mega last month. The accused were charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code read with Section 149. The court denied bail and set October 13 for the next mention.
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Court rejects Maju Holdings director and wife's bid for discharge without acquittal
The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur dismissed an application by Maju Holdings director Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed and his wife for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal on charges of criminal breach of trust and money laundering. The court ordered the prosecution to submit a list of witnesses and set November 20 for further case management. Abu Sahid faces charges of misappropriating over RM458.5 million and money laundering, while his wife is charged with receiving proceeds from unlawful activities.
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Pasar Malaya 2.0 heritage market with 20 artisan stalls opens tomorrow at The Federal KL
Pasar Malaya 2.0, a heritage market featuring 20 local artisan stalls, will be held tomorrow, September 5th, from 11 am to 7 pm at The Federal Kuala Lumpur. The free-admission event is part of The Living History Project Impact Festival '26 and will offer traditional snacks, kebayas, vintage fashion, and free makeovers.
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Umar Fareed wins men's 10m air pistol gold at SUKIPT 2026
Umar Fareed Faroukh of UPM won the men's 10m air pistol event at SUKIPT 2026, held at the UPNM shooting range today. He scored 233.9 points to beat the silver and bronze medalists. The win is significant for Umar, who was dropped from the national program this year.
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Goldsboro Books opens first permanent international branch in KL's BookXcess
The Goldsboro Room, the first permanent international home for London's Goldsboro Books, has opened at The Library by BookXcess in Sunway Square Mall. The 140-square-foot space offers signed, numbered and limited first editions, with most titles priced between RM150 and RM200. The launch featured rare collectibles, including a signed JK Rowling book and first editions of Tolkien and Fleming.
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Eight men, including two brothers, charged with murder over Shah Alam brawl
Eight men, including two brothers, were charged in the Shah Alam magistrates' court with murdering a 23-year-old man during a brawl at Taman Alam Megah last month. No plea was recorded as the case falls under the High Court's jurisdiction, and bail was denied. The court set Oct 13 for mention.
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Jonah proud to help UM win gold at SUKIPT, breaks games record
National shot putter Jonah Chang Rigan expressed satisfaction after winning a gold medal for Universiti Malaya (UM) at SUKIPT 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. Jonah won the men's shot put with a throw of 18.22 meters, breaking the games record, but had to settle for silver in the discus event.
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Eight charged with murder over fatal Taman Alam Megah brawl
Eight men, including two alleged secret society members, were charged at the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court with the murder of a man during a brawl in Taman Alam Megah on August 25. The accused were charged under Section 149 of the Penal Code, and no plea was recorded as the case falls under the High Court's jurisdiction. The court denied bail and set October 13 for mention.
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Activist arrested in Petaling Jaya for sedition over Kangar temple protest
A 55-year-old activist was arrested in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, yesterday and remanded for two days starting today. The arrest is linked to TikTok posts suspected of inciting the public over the demolition of a temple in Kangar on August 22. Police received 14 reports about the posts, and the case is being investigated under the Sedition Act 1948.
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Court rejects DNAA bid in RM452m CBT, laundering case against Maju Holdings director and wife
The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur dismissed a discharge application in the CBT and money laundering case against Maju Holdings director Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed and his wife. The court ruled that a discharge not amounting to an acquittal was not relevant and set a new mention date for November 20 to fix a trial date. The charges are linked to the proposed MEX II Highway project.
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Activist remanded for two days over social media posts on temple demolition protest
A 55-year-old activist was arrested in Petaling Jaya and remanded for two days over social media posts related to a planned gathering at a Hindu temple site in Kangar. The gathering was seen as a response to the temple's demolition by authorities on Aug 20. Police are investigating the case for sedition and improper use of network facilities.
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Couple in Serdang lose RM60,000 to fake e-commerce agent scam
A Chinese national woman and her Malaysian husband in Serdang lost over RM60,000 after falling for a scam offering work as e-commerce platform agents. The victim had to front payments for orders and even borrowed from loan sharks, but was unable to withdraw promised profits. A police report has been filed.