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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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Melaka FC miss chance, lose 2-3 to Selangor FC at their home ground
Melaka FC lost 2-3 to Selangor FC in a Super League match at the Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya (MBPJ) Stadium yesterday. Melaka played with a man advantage in the second half but conceded a late goal. Coach E Elavarasan said his players gave their best.
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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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Appeals court cuts Puchong businessman's jail term for assaulting wife to 5 years
The High Court in Shah Alam reduced a businessman's 16-year jail sentence for assaulting his wife to five years, calling the original term 'extremely excessive'. The court also set aside the caning, ruling that the relevant penal code sections do not provide for it. The assault took place at the couple's home in Puchong four years ago.
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Pan-gon hopes Selangor avoid another late scare after 3-2 win over Melaka
Selangor coach Kim Pan-gon said he hopes his team will not face another tense finish after they edged Melaka FC 3-2 in a Super League match at the MBPJ Stadium in Petaling Jaya. Selangor played the second half with 10 men after Kay Tejan was sent off, but Jefferson Tabinas scored a stoppage-time winner. The win puts Selangor third in the league with nine points.
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Haze forces cancellation of PJ Half Marathon, postponement of several Malaysian races
The PJ Half Marathon in Petaling Jaya was cancelled and four Para Sukma events in Selangor were postponed as haze pushed the air pollutant index to 169. The Merdeka Spirit Run in Kuching was postponed to October 4, while some other runs proceeded as scheduled. Runners are adapting their training due to the poor air quality.
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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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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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Selangor edge Melaka FC 3-2 with 10 men at MBPJ Stadium
Selangor came from behind to beat Melaka FC 3-2 at the MBPJ Stadium in Petaling Jaya, despite playing with 10 men for much of the second half. Jefferson Tabinas scored the winning goal in injury time, keeping Selangor in pursuit of league leaders JDT.
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UPM beats UNITEN 48-43 to win SUKIPT netball gold despite short preparation
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) defeated defending champions Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) 48-43 in the netball final of SUKIPT 2026 at the UNITEN Sports Arena in Kajang. Despite limited training time due to players' commitments with national programs and SUKMA, UPM secured the gold medal, which they dedicated to their two senior players playing in their final SUKIPT.
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UiTM aims to bounce back after losing SUKIPT title to MSU
UiTM's football team lost 1-3 to MSU in the SUKIPT 2026 final at Arena Sukan, UNITEN, ending their hopes of a third consecutive title. Coach Addy Shairullyzam Mohd Shafiee said the team will use the disappointment as motivation and now shift focus to preparing for the ASEAN University Games in December.
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MSU beat UiTM 3-1 to win SUKIPT men's futsal title
MSU defeated defending champions UiTM 3-1 in the SUKIPT 2026 men's futsal final at the UNITEN sports arena in Kajang. The win ends UiTM's dominance, who had won the title in 2022 and 2024. KPTM Bangi took the bronze medal after beating UKM 6-0.
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Selangor FC advises children to skip tonight's match due to haze
Selangor FC has advised children not to attend their Super League match against Melaka FC at the MBPJ Stadium in Petaling Jaya tonight. The decision was made due to the Air Pollutant Index (API) reading in the area, which was 172 at 3pm and expected to drop to around 159 by 7pm.
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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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Activist remanded two more days over Bukit Lagi temple protest
A 55-year-old activist was remanded for two more days by the Kangar Magistrate's Court to assist an investigation into criminal trespass. The remand is linked to organizing a gathering following the demolition of a temple in Bukit Lagi. The suspect was previously remanded for investigation under the Sedition Act.
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PJ Half Marathon cancelled over unhealthy haze, organiser says
The Petaling Jaya Half Marathon, scheduled for tomorrow with 10,000 participants, has been cancelled due to unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings. Organisers cited the health and well-being of runners, volunteers and crew for the decision, though registered runners may still join an optional 5km route. The event was to start at Laman MBPJ in Petaling Jaya.
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SC and Bursa Malaysia launch InvestSmart x Bursa Marketplace 2026 expo
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and Bursa Malaysia launched the InvestSmart x Bursa Marketplace 2026 exhibition at the Pavilion Bukit Jalil Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur. The two-day event aims to improve access to trusted financial information. SC received 1,272 investment queries from January to July, indicating greater investor awareness.
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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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Yokai Tales exhibition brings Japanese folklore to KL Tower from Sept 4-30
An exhibition called 'Yokai Tales: Japan's 47 Prefectures' will be held at the Sky Garden at Kuala Lumpur Tower from 4 to 30 September 2026. It will feature artwork and sculptures inspired by Japanese folklore from three illustrators, along with live sessions and meet-and-greet opportunities.
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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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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.