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PAS Youth chief attends Umno Youth assembly at WTCKL
PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden attended the Umno Youth general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today, returning Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh's visit to the PAS Youth muktamar last week. The reciprocal visits come as ties between the two parties' wings draw attention after an understanding in the Negeri Sembilan state election.
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Swarovski offers up to 30% off at Pavilion Damansara Heights
Swarovski Malaysia is running a seasonal promotion with up to 30% off selected items from 10 to 27 September 2026. The offer is available at participating Swarovski stores and on Swarovski.com.
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Yasin Sulaiman freed after four years of treatment, says he lost hope
Malaysian composer and singer Yasin Sulaiman said he lost hope and thought it better to be hanged after being sentenced to 30 years in prison. After about four and a half years of treatment including at Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, he was released on 2 September on conditions to continue medication and avoid cannabis.
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UMNO 2026 assembly at WTCKL reassesses strategy ahead of GE16
UMNO's 2026 general assembly is being held at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) from yesterday until Saturday, with over 6,400 delegates expected. The gathering serves as a platform to reassess party strategy, strengthen the organisation and prepare for the 16th General Election (GE16).
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Alice Loke elevated to Court of Appeal, Elaine Yap confirmed as High Court judge
High Court judge Alice Loke Yee Ching is expected to be elevated to the Court of Appeal on Thursday, while Judicial Commissioner Elaine Yap Chin Gaik is expected to be confirmed as a High Court judge. The oath-taking and presentation of instruments of appointment are expected to take place at Istana Negara before Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar. The appointment will raise the number of Court of Appeal judges to 31 out of the constitutionally mandated 32 positions.
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Awie promises 35 songs, five bands at Stadium Merdeka this Saturday
The Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing 2026 concert will be held at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur this Saturday. Awie said the show features five segments with about 35 songs from five different bands he has played with, plus a line-up of top Malaysian musicians and artists. Rehearsals began about a month ago at MyStudio Sungai Buloh to ensure a tight performance.
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8-year-old and 81-year-old conquer 118 floors of Menara Merdeka 118
Eight-year-old Chua Ze Yu and 81-year-old Melita Kit were the youngest and oldest participants in the IHH Sky Race at Menara Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 22-23. Both climbed 118 floors and 2,845 steps in the team category, supported by family members. Kit trained at the MBPJ tower in Petaling Jaya, while Ze Yu practised in his apartment building.
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Taman Melawati flash flood causes 3km traffic jam on MRR2
A sudden flash flood in Taman Melawati, Kuala Lumpur, caused a severe 3-kilometre traffic jam on the MRR2 highway this afternoon. The flood, triggered by heavy rain, left many vehicles stranded on the road between Zoo Negara and KL East Mall. Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes.
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Azeez denies choosing to wear lock-up clothes, says it was police SOP
Former Baling MP Datuk Seri Azeez Abdul Rahim has denied claims that he chose to wear purple lock-up clothes and handcuffs when brought to the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur. His lawyer, Datuk Amer Hamzah Arshad, said Azeez was in police custody and was ordered to change clothes according to PDRM's standard operating procedure. The court allowed a two-day remand order against Azeez.
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'It's Lit!' design exhibition at The Starhill showcases light and literature synergy
The multidisciplinary exhibition 'It's Lit!', organized by eslite spectrum Kuala Lumpur and xOrdinary, is running at The Starhill until October 30, 2026. Featuring 40 works by 17 Malaysian designers and brands, it aims to connect design with lifestyle and user experience.
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Pavilion KL app members get free 20-minute NARS eye makeup session
Pavilion Privileges members who download and sign up for the Pavilion KL mobile app can redeem a complimentary 20-minute NARS eye makeup service, plus a sample after the session. Vouchers are claimed at the Pavilion Privileges Centre, Level 2, and the offer runs from 12 September to 31 October 2026 at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
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NSO to honour composer Aubrey Suwito with two-night concert at Istana Budaya
The National Symphony Orchestra will perform a two-hour tribute concert to Malaysian composer Aubrey Suwito on Oct 2 and 3 at Istana Budaya in Kuala Lumpur. The show, titled 'NSO with Aubrey Suwito: Pop Meets Symphony', will feature 16 of his compositions performed by singers Ernie Zakri, Syamel Fodzly, and Shiha Zikir.
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Malaysian Cheong Kwok Khuen reaches pro main draw at Leapmotor KL Cup
Malaysian pickleball player Cheong Kwok Khuen qualified for the men's singles main draw at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur Cup held at The Hood in Kuala Lumpur. He defeated fellow Malaysian Ryan Lee in the qualifiers and will now face Vietnam's Nguyen Tien in the main draw.
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Umno assembly opens with delegates upbeat after Johor, Negri wins, eyeing Melaka
Umno delegates arrived at the party's annual assembly in Kuala Lumpur in a positive mood following recent state election victories in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. Delegates expressed renewed confidence and are now looking towards Melaka as the next electoral target. The assembly runs from today until Saturday.
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Comedian Gavin Yap's food-themed solo show 'Fork It' runs Sept 11-13
Comedian Gavin Yap will perform his semi-autobiographical solo show 'Fork It: One Man's Journey Through Food & Memories' at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre from 11th to 13th September. The show uses different food dishes as a lens to explore Yap's life, from his childhood move to Malaysia to his career in acting.
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Capcom Pop-Up Store Returns to LaLaport Bukit Bintang for Three Months Starting 24 September
The Capcom pop-up store will return to the ACG Base section of LaLaport Bukit Bintang in Kuala Lumpur from 24 September to 27 December. Organizer Justdan says the longer run allows for a regularly updating product line-up, and for the first time, Malaysia-exclusive merchandise will be available.
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Ex-Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez bailed at RM450,000, pleads not guilty
Former Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim completed his RM450,000 bail process at the Kuala Lumpur Courts Complex. He pleaded not guilty to a charge of using his position to obtain a company chairmanship with an annual remuneration of RM690,000.
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90s Tamil music concert draws nostalgic crowd at KLCC's Plenary Hall
The 90's Reloaded concert took place at the Plenary Hall, KLCC on Sept 5, featuring a star-studded line-up of Tamil music singers. The event, organized by Venus Production, took the audience on a nostalgic trip through 1990s Tamil hits, with highlights including S.P. Charan's tribute to his late father.
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Heritage Valley KL generates RM4.6m sales, benefits 500 entrepreneurs
Heritage Valley Kuala Lumpur, an entrepreneurship hub on Jalan Doraisamy, has recorded cumulative sales of RM4.6 million since August 2025. The RM9.7 million project by UDA Holdings has benefited over 500 entrepreneurs and will be expanded to major cities.
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Gombak flat overcrowded with foreigners, residents worry about cleanliness and safety
A survey at Flat Taman Wilayah in Gombak found the area increasingly crowded with foreigners, especially from Myanmar and Rohingya. Local residents expressed concerns about poor cleanliness and rising safety issues such as fights and theft. They are urging authorities to monitor the activities and facilities of foreigners in the flat.
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Gombak's Desa Bakti flats littered, residents say foreigners now majority
A survey at the Desa Bakti flats in Gombak found scattered rubbish, betel nut stains, and damaged facilities. Local residents claim the area is increasingly crowded with foreigners, mainly from Myanmar and Bangladesh, making them a minority.
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Gombak Setia assemblyman acquitted of TikTok public alarm charge
Gombak Setia assemblyman Muhammad Hilman Idham was acquitted and discharged by the Magistrate's Court in Kuala Lumpur of a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code. The magistrate ruled the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. The charge related to a TikTok video allegedly made on July 30, 2025.
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AMFF 2026 food festival at Titiwangsa Lake Gardens from Sept 11-16
The Anjung Malaysiaku Foodie Fiesta (AMFF) 2026 will be held at Taman Tasik Titiwangsa in Kuala Lumpur from September 11 to 16. The six-day festival, themed 'Kita Malaysia', combines food, arts, culture and lifestyle, and is expected to boost the local tourism industry and empower local entrepreneurs.
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Former Tabung Haji chairman charged over RM190m investment decision
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez was charged in Kuala Lumpur with using his position to influence a RM190 million investment. He pleaded not guilty to the charge under the MACC Act.
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