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Kampung Morten 'pickpocket' arrested, police remand suspect for 3 days
Police in Melaka arrested a man believed to be a pickpocket in Kampung Morten, a day after a video of the incident went viral. The suspect, who has 13 prior records for crime and drugs, tested positive for drugs and was remanded for three days starting today. The case is being investigated under Section 385 of the Penal Code.
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Former commando jailed 4 months for trespassing into bilal's room
A former commando was sentenced to four months in prison by the Magistrate's Court in Melaka for trespassing into a mosque's bilal room and stealing RM70 from the mosque's donation box. The accused, Mohd Zaidi Mohtar, 44, pleaded guilty to the charge under Section 448 of the Penal Code.
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E-hailing driver's quick thinking saves grandmother's RM10,000 from 'love scam' gang
In Rembau, Negeri Sembilan, an e-hailing driver alerted police when a 71-year-old woman tried to transfer RM10,000 to a love scam syndicate at a BSN bank. Police intervened and prevented the transaction, but the victim had already lost RM9,850 in two earlier transfers.
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Premises processing animal organs into fish feed seized for polluting river
The Seremban City Council seized a premises in Kampung Kayu Ara, Mambau, for processing animal organs into fish feed and discharging liquid waste into a nearby stream, causing pollution. The owner was issued a compound for operating without a license, and operations were ordered to stop.
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Elavarasan confident Melaka can bounce back
Melaka FC coach E. Elavarasan believes his team can overturn a 1-0 deficit against Penang FC in their FA Cup tie. He cited a missed penalty by Kpah Sherman as a key moment but praised goalkeeper Azhan's performance.
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Penang beats Melaka, Wan Rohaimi praises Azhan
Penang FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Melaka FC in a Piala FA match at Stadium Hang Jebat, with coach Wan Rohaimi praising goalkeeper Khairulazhan Mohd Khalid for his crucial saves, including a penalty stop. Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal of the match in the 33rd minute.
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2nd Creative Arts & Social Science International Conference (CASSIC2026)
2nd Creative Arts & Social Science International Conference (CASSIC2026). 1 September to 3 September 2026, at Holiday Inn Melaka.
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Faith emerges as Penang's hero at Hang Jebat
Penang FC defeated Melaka FC 1-0 in the Piala FA Round of 16 at Stadium Hang Jebat, Paya Rumput, Melaka. Nigerian import Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal, while Melaka's Kpah Sherman missed a late penalty.
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JPS compactor roller driver dies after losing control of vehicle
A 45-year-old man died after the compactor roller he was driving lost control and plunged into a ditch while carrying out maintenance work at Kampung Anak Ayer Durian Daun, Kampung Pondoi, Tampin. He was taken to Hospital Tampin but was pronounced dead at 3pm. Police have opened an investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
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Teen feared drowned had told friend he couldn't swim
An 18-year-old man is feared drowned after going missing while bathing at a beach near Prima Klebang, Melaka. His friend stated the victim had previously said he could not swim. A search and rescue operation is underway.
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KBS seeks 500 volunteers for 2026 Malaysia F1 Grand Prix
The Youth and Sports Ministry is recruiting 500 volunteers for the 2026 Malaysia F1 Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit. Applications are open to Malaysians aged 18 and above.
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10,000 MADANI tickets for F1 at SIC sold out
All 10,000 MADANI tickets for the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit, priced at RM200 each, have been sold out. The Youth and Sports Minister stated that no additional quota has been added yet, but possibilities are being explored. The ministry is also recruiting 1,000 Rakan Muda volunteers for the F1 and MotoGP events at SIC in October.
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38 Malaysian pilgrims return safely after Nepal border disruption
38 Malaysian pilgrims who were in Tibet during severe flooding returned safely to Malaysia on Aug 31. The group, which had traveled to Mount Kailash, had to take an alternative route back to Nepal due to the disaster. They landed at KLIA after receiving assistance from the Malaysian Embassy in Nepal.
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Melaka rider relieved his voice was heard
The Melaka Chief Minister, Ab Rauf Yusoh, tried working as a p-hailing food delivery rider in Masjid Tanah to understand the challenges they face. Delivery riders welcomed the gesture, and a resident was surprised when the Chief Minister delivered his food order. The state government is also drafting a motorcycle maintenance subsidy proposal for riders.
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Nuvah targets November start for 3D-printed bungalow
Nuvah Sdn Bhd is targeting a November start for the construction of Villa Bayu, a proposed 3D-printed luxury bungalow at Eco Majestic in Semenyih, Selangor. The project is part of a plan to commercialise 3D construction printing in Malaysia.
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Driver dies after being run over by his own lorry, believed to have forgotten to pull the handbrake
A 72-year-old man died after being run over by his lorry in Taman Mawar, Machap Baru, Alor Gajah, Melaka. The lorry rolled forward, allegedly because the handbrake was not engaged, and struck the man as he walked towards a guard post. Police are investigating under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
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Melaka CM becomes a p-hailing 'rider', delivers orders to customers' homes
Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh worked as a p-hailing rider in Masjid Tanah to understand the challenges faced by delivery workers. He delivered food to a customer in Pengkalan Balak and later announced that over 3,000 p-hailing workers in Melaka would benefit from an assistance package being drafted.
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Dunham-Bush invests RM172mil in Negri Sembilan expansion
Dunham-Bush Industries will invest RM172 million in a new manufacturing facility at SPD Tech Valley in Senawang, Negri Sembilan. The agreement was signed in Kuala Lumpur, with construction expected to start in early 2027 and operations in early 2028, creating up to 400 jobs.
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Melaka FC confident ahead of FA Cup clash with Penang FC
Melaka FC will face Penang FC in the FA Cup at Stadium Hang Jebat tomorrow night. The team is confident after a dramatic 2-1 win over Negeri Sembilan FC in the Super League two days ago.
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Rampage in hostel, Tunas Bakti resident admits to damaging property
An 18-year-old resident of Sekolah Tunas Bakti Sungai Lereh pleaded guilty to a charge of mischief for damaging property at the school's hostel in Ayer Keroh. The Magistrate's Court ordered her to be sent to Hospital Permai in Tampoi, Johor Bahru for psychiatric evaluation before sentencing.
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Teacher denies physically sexually assaulting two students
A teacher pleaded not guilty at the Seremban Sessions Court to three charges of physical sexual assault against two male students aged 11 and 12. The alleged offences occurred between 28 July and 9 August 2025 at a school in Pertang, Jelebu. The court set bail at RM6,000 per charge with additional conditions.
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RM120.43 million drugs to be disposed of, Sabah JSJN continues fight against syndicates
Sabah police will dispose of drugs worth RM120.43 million from 5,732 investigation papers. The disposal will take place at Bukit Pelandok, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, with the drugs being shipped from Sepanggar Port. Police also reported arrests from Ops Bayu and collaboration with AKPS at KKIA.
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Gamuda wins RM3.57b contracts to build two hyperscale data centres in Port Dickson
Gamuda Bhd has secured two build-only construction awards worth RM3.57 billion for two hyperscale data centres in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan. The contracts were awarded by an unnamed US multinational technology company, with work slated to begin in Q4 2026.
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Ascend Airways Malaysia Expected To Begin Passenger Operations By End-2026
Ascend Airways Malaysia has received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia to add passenger operations to its Air Operator Certificate, following a successful proving flight between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu. The airline expects to begin passenger services by the end of 2026, operating three Boeing 737-800 aircraft under ACMI arrangements.