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Misha Omar's 'Aku & Lelaki' showcase to open 25th anniversary celebrations
Singer Misha Omar will hold an exclusive showcase titled 'Aku & Lelaki' at JioSpace, Petaling Jaya on October 24. The concert marks the start of her 25th anniversary celebrations in the local music industry. Misha will perform popular songs by male singers from Malaysia, Indonesia and internationally with her own new interpretations.
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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.
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Dhuha breaks SUKIPT record, wins 800m freestyle gold for UM
National swimmer Muhammad Dhuha Zulfikry won the men's 800m freestyle gold on the second day of SUKIPT 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. His time of 8:21.31s broke the previous championship record. The 18-year-old was competing for Universiti Malaya.
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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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Police arrest man over TikTok post on temple demolition gathering
Police in Kangar arrested a 55-year-old man in Petaling Jaya over a TikTok post promoting a gathering at the site of a demolished temple in Bukit Lagi. The post was suspected of inciting tensions following the temple's demolition on Aug 20. The suspect was remanded for two days to assist investigations under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act.
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Customs seize 722kg of drugs worth RM43 million in four Selangor raids
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) seized over 722 kilograms of drugs worth nearly RM43 million in four separate operations in Selangor. The largest seizure involved 505.6 kilograms of ketamine worth RM25.28 million from a warehouse in Section 27, Shah Alam. The drugs were believed to be imported from Spain and the Netherlands, with Malaysia used as a transit point by the syndicate.
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Eight people, including two brothers, charged with murder in Shah Alam
Eight individuals, including two brothers, were charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court with murdering a 23-year-old man on August 25. The incident occurred on Jalan Mandolin 33/5, Taman Alam Megah, and the court has set October 13 for the post-mortem report.
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Gote Summer 26' Skincare Garage
Gote Summer 26' Skincare Garage. 11 September to 13 September 2026, at Venturi Motors, Kuala Lumpur.
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Lorry leaked detergent, rain caused it: Police say road cleaned
Police confirmed that a large amount of foam on a highway was caused by detergent leaked from a lorry on 24 September, which was washed out by rain today. The road was cleaned by 4:58 pm.
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KESAS highway goes viral for being covered in 'snow'
A stretch of the Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS) near Kota Kemuning was covered in a white substance resembling snow, believed to be a chemical spill, causing traffic to slow down. The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) alerted road users, but the type and source of the spilled liquid have yet to be confirmed.
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M Jamil grateful, moved by Ahmad Zahid and wife's concern
Veteran actor M Jamil, who is bedridden after a stroke and leg amputation, thanked Datin Seri Hamidah Khamis for visiting him at his Subang Jaya home and providing aid through a charity program.
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Sarawak Para Badminton raises fitness levels
Sarawak Para Badminton head coach Suhaili Laiman is focusing on fitness training with two days left before the competition at the Shah Alam Youth and Sports Complex (KOMBES) from September 6 to 10. The 14-player squad targets at least two gold medals.
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Hospitalised Brian salutes mentor Sri Shan as fighter for athletes
Malaysian hockey legend Brian Sta Maria, hospitalised at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, praised his mentor and fellow 1975 World Cup skipper Datuk Seri N. Sri Shanmuganathan, who is also hospitalised with heart problems. Brian highlighted the financial struggles of former athletes.
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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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Ex-Tabung Haji COO Hospitalized, Court Proceedings Postponed to Sept 24
Court proceedings against a former Tabung Haji COO were postponed to Sept 24 as he is hospitalized at UM Specialist Centre for a heart condition. He faces three corruption charges under Section 165 of the Penal Code, linked to the RCI report on Tabung Haji.
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Curtains up: local performing arts highlights in September
A roundup of performing arts productions in Malaysia for September, including theatre, musicals, and dance. Productions are staged at venues in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru.
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Shop at USJ Sentral 3 sold for RM3 million
A shop unit at USJ Sentral 3 in Subang Jaya, Selangor, was sold for RM3 million. The six-storey building attracted a buyer due to its strategic location and growth potential.
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All injured guests discharged from hospital after roller coaster mishap
All 22 visitors hospitalized after a roller coaster incident at Sunway Lagoon have been discharged. The attraction remains closed while investigations continue.
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Man allegedly chased, brake-checked by SUV driver after honking due to near-collision
A man in Subang Jaya alleged he was chased and brake-checked by an SUV driver after honking at him following a near-collision. Dashcam footage was shared on Reddit, and a police report has been lodged.
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Former TH COO Adi Azuan Expected to Be Charged Tomorrow
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chief operating officer Adi Azuan Abdul Ghani is expected to be charged at the Sessions Court in Shah Alam tomorrow. The charge relates to findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into TH, which included alleged misconduct and abuse of power.
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RCI TH: Several individuals to be charged
Several individuals, including a former minister, will be charged in court over the Tabung Haji RCI report. The charges relate to corruption, embezzlement, and abuse of power in various investments and contracts. The SPRM chief commissioner announced the charges in Putrajaya, with court appearances scheduled in Shah Alam and Kuala Lumpur.
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Music Collaboration Has Gone To A New Level
The Triple Alliance Philharmonic Orchestra will perform a one-night concert on 8th September at the Jeffrey Performing Arts Centre in Bandar Sunway, Selangor. The event brings together student musicians from Taylor's, Sunway, and Monash University Malaysia to celebrate the launch of the Triple Alliance.
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UOB Heartbeat Run 2026 Raises RM2.29 Million
UOB Malaysia's annual Heartbeat Run 2026 raised RM2.29 million for four main beneficiaries, including Yayasan SOLS, Yayasan PINTAR, Food Aid Foundation, and HOPE Worldwide Malaysia. The funds will support education, digital inclusion, food security, and community development programs benefiting about 6,000 underprivileged children, youth, and families across Malaysia. The event culminated at Pavilion Bukit Jalil with around 5,000 participants.