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Aayushi Yeogeswaran sets Malaysia Book of Records for 14-hour reading aloud
Ten-year-old Aayushi Yeogeswaran was recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records for reading aloud for 14 hours non-stop at the Selangor Children's Literature Festival in Shah Alam. She also launched her latest book, The Great Good Wolf, at the same event.
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Police Hunt 10 Men Over Fatal Fight, Machete Attack in Shah Alam
Police are searching for 10 men to assist in investigations into two separate fights in Shah Alam last month. One incident in Taman Alam Megah led to the death of a 23-year-old man, while another in Taman Sri Muda involved a machete attack. Raids have led to 21 arrests so far.
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Nursery teacher fined RM800 for hurting autistic boy in Klang
A nursery teacher in Klang was fined RM800 by the Magistrate's Court after pleading guilty to causing hurt to a seven-year-old autistic boy. The incident occurred at a special education centre in Taman Sentosa on August 28. The teacher was charged under Section 334 of the Penal Code.
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Janet Lee and Tay Cher Siang to perform jazz concert at Hikayat, Georgetown on Sept 20
Malaysian jazz vocalist Janet Lee and pianist Tay Cher Siang will perform a concert at Hikayat in Georgetown on 20th September. The duo will present an afternoon of jazz standards with a local twist, blending Mandarin pop, American songbook classics and Malayan swing.
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Sunway Lagoon roller coaster accident probe may take up to four months, says Selangor police
Selangor police say the investigation into the August 22 roller coaster incident at Sunway Lagoon, which injured 10 visitors, could take another three to four months. Police are waiting for technical reports from several agencies, including DOSH and the Fire and Rescue Department, before concluding the case. The ride remains closed pending the investigation's completion.
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12 men charged over two group fights in Shah Alam, one fatal
Selangor police have arrested and charged 12 local men over two separate group fights in Shah Alam that left one man dead and another injured. The first case involves a death in Taman Alam Megah, while the second involves a serious injury in Sri Muda.
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Haze in Shah Alam, Putrajaya and Kota Kinabalu affects residents' health
Air quality in several Malaysian areas has reached unhealthy API readings, causing hazy conditions. Residents in Shah Alam, Putrajaya and Kota Kinabalu report experiencing coughs, sore throats and discomfort due to the haze. A resident in Shah Alam said the API reading in her area had reached 168.
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Awie's cough not fully recovered but determined to rock Stadium Merdeka this Saturday
Despite a lingering cough, Malaysian singer Datuk Awie is preparing to deliver his best performance at his solo concert, Awie Rock King – Last Man Standing 2026, at Stadium Merdeka this Saturday. He mentioned that over 35 songs will be performed and the event has a permit until 1 am. Awie also expressed hope that the haze will not worsen and force a postponement.
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Unhealthy air: Klang Valley students advised to wear face masks
Air quality in the Klang Valley has been reported as unhealthy due to haze, prompting a parent-teacher association to advise students to wear face masks. The API reading in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur was recorded at an unhealthy level, and schools will reduce outdoor activities. Parents are also advised to monitor their children, especially those with health issues like asthma.
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Awie jokes Erra must be part of his life and his concert
Awie has commented on Erra Fazira's participation in his upcoming concert at Stadium Merdeka. He joked that she cannot escape being involved in his life and will perform the song Cinta Makrifat with him.
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High-profile trials and public interest appeals dominate Malaysian courts this week
Malaysian courts this week will handle several high-profile cases, including oral arguments in the case of a student accused of murdering a teenage girl in Petaling Jaya, case management for Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor's corruption case, and the trial of the Pantai Jerejak assemblyman. Two public interest appeals related to the constitutional crisis in Negeri Sembilan will also be heard.
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Hope2Kids camp for 507 underprivileged children sets Malaysia Book of Records entry
A youth-led non-profit, Hope2Kids, held a career aspirations camp for 507 children from 16 shelter homes at the Andalas Sports Complex in Klang on Aug 22. The event earned a spot in the Malaysia Book of Records for having the most underprivileged child participants in such a camp.
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Sabah leads Para SUKMA 2026 medal table with six golds on day two
Sabah topped the Para SUKMA 2026 medal table on day two in Shah Alam with six gold medals, including five in para athletics and one in para table tennis. The day's events were disrupted by haze, which forced the suspension of several sports after the Air Pollutant Index in Shah Alam and Klang hit 169.
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Bush fire in Taman Eng Ann, Klang extinguished by firefighters
Firefighters extinguished a bush fire in Taman Eng Ann, Klang, on Friday morning. The fire department received a call at 11.05am and the operation was completed by 11.36am. The fire chief also warned that dry weather and strong winds can turn small fires into large ones.
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Prominent Preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim Din Dies at 52
Well-known preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim Din passed away at the age of 52 at Hospital Shah Alam. He was laid to rest at the Bukit Cemerlang Cemetery in Klang. His colleague, Ustaz Jafri Abu Bakar Mahmoodi, remembered him as a cheerful and dedicated figure in spreading Islamic teachings.
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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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Preacher Ustaz Halim Din dies at Shah Alam hospital
Independent preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim bin Din died at Hospital Shah Alam at 11:55 pm last night. The news was shared by Maahad Tahfiz Al Khalidiah (MATAK) on Facebook, which stated the funeral prayer will be held after Zohor at Surau Bukit Kuda, Klang.
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Sarawak's Nursyazwani targets two gold medals at Para SUKMA in Shah Alam
Sarawak's para badminton player Nursyazwani Shahrom is aiming for two gold medals at the 2026 Para SUKMA in Selangor. She will compete in the women's singles and mixed doubles events, which are scheduled from September 6 to 10 at the Shah Alam Youth and Sports Complex.
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Police seek help to find 74-year-old woman missing in USJ 19
A 74-year-old woman has been reported missing from her home at Rhythm Avenue, Persiaran Kewajipan, USJ 19, Subang Jaya since August 31. Police are appealing to the public for information on her whereabouts.
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11 SMART members depart for Nepal for flood and landslide SAR mission
Eleven members of Malaysia's Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) departed from the TUDM Subang Air Base to Nepal to assist in search and rescue operations following floods and landslides. The 10-day mission, carrying specialized equipment including tunnel rescue gear, aims to help all victims, including 55 Malaysians still unaccounted for.
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NKVE structure collapse prompts safety audit call
A structure collapsed on the NKVE highway near Shah Alam, blocking all northbound lanes and causing traffic jams. Community safety group Ikatan Komuniti Selamat chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye urged for comprehensive and periodic safety audits of all structures along highways.
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Free child anemia screening program in Shah Alam and Kelana Jaya
NGO MySKALA will hold free anemia and dengue prevention screenings for children aged 7 to 11 in the Klang Valley. Screenings will be held at Dewan Dahlia, Section 24, Shah Alam on September 6 and Dewan Residensi TNB, Kelana Jaya on September 16. Children attending with a parent may receive a RM150 incentive.
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NKVE northbound near Shah Alam fully blocked after late-night crash involving gantry
All northbound lanes of the NKVE near Shah Alam were blocked late Tuesday night after an accident involving what appeared to be a fallen overhead gantry and several heavy vehicles. PLUS Malaysia advised motorists to exit at the Setia Alam or Bukit Raja toll plazas and use alternative routes. The cause of the accident and any casualties were not immediately known.
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Lorry accident on NKVE northbound blocks all lanes
An accident involving a lorry at KM 8.4 of the NKVE highway northbound near Shah Alam blocked all lanes late tonight. A fallen signboard also closed the road, causing severe traffic jams. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes.