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Mother of stabbed student urges AGC to appeal teen's acquittal
The mother of Yap Shing Xuen, a student killed in a stabbing at a national secondary school in Bandar Utama, is urging the Attorney General's Chambers to appeal the High Court's acquittal of a 15-year-old boy. Wong Lee Ping wants the appeal filed to the Court of Appeal within 14 days. The Shah Alam High Court freed the teen on a defence of unsound mind and ordered him treated at Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, Perak.
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High Court declines to cite MACC officer for contempt in Muhyiddin trial
The High Court in Kuala Lumpur decided not to begin contempt proceedings against MACC investigation officer Mazery Mohd Zaini after accepting his explanation for communicating with a colleague who lodged a police report. The report had named Muhyiddin Yassin's lawyer Amer Hamzah Arshad over an allegedly classified document, but it was later given No Further Action status.
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NST columnist Datuk Abdul Rahim Mydin dies at 75
Datuk Abdul Rahim Mydin, a veteran New Straits Times columnist, died at 75 in Kuala Lumpur after a long battle with lung fibrosis. He was undergoing treatment at the Institute of Respiratory Medicine when he died around 4pm. He was formerly general manager of Petronas' Group Communications Department and was conferred the Datuk title in 2024.
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Elizabeth Tan continues IVF treatment, hopes for two children before 35
Singer-actress Elizabeth Tan revealed she is continuing in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment after two miscarriages, with embryo transfer expected next year. She spoke at a media event in Petaling Jaya introducing the horror film Pemuja Syaitan, which opens in cinemas on 15 October.
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Kelana Jaya line back to normal after Ampang Park signal fault
A signalling fault at Ampang Park Station at 9.14am stopped a Kelana Jaya Line train with its doors misaligned with the platform screen doors. Rapid KL says operations have returned to normal and trains are running to schedule, and it has apologised to passengers.
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KL police propose KK Mart stores as GTSP safety points
Kuala Lumpur police are proposing to turn about 700 KK Mart outlets in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor into Go-To-Safety-Points where the public can seek emergency help. Police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said the partnership would include joint patrols and possibly access to the chain's central CCTV feed. The proposal was announced at the opening of a KK Mart branch at the Kuala Lumpur contingent police headquarters.
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Four remanded five days over RM1.8m animal feed false claims
Four people, including an enforcement agency personnel, were remanded for five days by the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate's Court over allegedly false documents in animal feed supply claims worth RM1.8 million. The suspects, aged 40 to 60, were detained after giving statements at the Kuala Lumpur MACC office, and the case is being investigated under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009.
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Irfan Zaini tearful at Terbang screening, calls Karamjit praise his Oscar moment
Actor Irfan Zaini cried watching his film Terbang for the first time at its gala night at TGV KLCC, Kuala Lumpur. He described rally legend Karamjit Singh's praise and hug as an extraordinary personal achievement, and hopes the biopic opens young Malaysians' eyes to a homegrown hero.
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Selangor Sultan launches book by ex-prisoner who earned PhD
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah of Selangor launched the book 'PhD Dari Penjara' at Pustaka Raja Tun Uda in Kuala Lumpur on 10 September. It tells the story of Dr Malik Yatam, 39, who earned a business administration PhD from Open University Malaysia in May 2025 while serving a life sentence at Kajang Prison. He also received a Malaysia Book of Records recognition as the first Malaysian prisoner to earn a PhD behind bars.
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Forum on planning care for neurodivergent adults as parents age
A Malaysian forum on Sept 22 will look at long-term care planning for neurodivergent adults whose ageing parents have been their main carers. The Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society and Oasis Place are organising it at Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown, with talks on legal, probate and family support issues.
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Spideraya concert moved to Idea Live Arena Petaling Jaya over haze
The organiser of Konsert Spideraya has moved the Spider concert from Stadium Hoki Bukit Jalil to Idea Live Arena in Petaling Jaya. B7 Resources Sdn Bhd said the change was made because of air pollution, unstable weather and the current haze, but the date and time remain unchanged. Tickets already bought are still valid.
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Muhyiddin's lawyer accuses MACC officer of intimidation over police report
At the Kuala Lumpur High Court, lawyer Datuk Amer Hamzah Arshad accused MACC officer Mazery Mohd Zaini of attempting to intimidate him through a police report lodged by a colleague. Mazery apologised and said the report was meant to check for leaks of classified information. The defence is considering legal action, including contempt proceedings.
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Private hospitals group says no tolerance for abuse of medical staff
The Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia has declared zero tolerance for verbal abuse, threats or harassment of medical staff at public and private hospitals. Its president Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh said complaints should be channelled through proper platforms, while staff must also treat patients with respect. The Hospital Staff and Patient Safety Conference at the KLGCC Convention Centre drew about 160 health experts from Malaysia and Australia.
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AGC objects to judicial review bid over diesel subsidy targeting
The Attorney General's Chambers objected to a leave application for judicial review by two individuals against the Prime Minister and three ministers over the removal of diesel subsidies in Peninsular Malaysia. The High Court was told the subsidy decision is not subject to judicial review as it is an executive policy matter, and the issue is now academic after subsidies were standardised on July 1.
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Yakeb delivers hospital bed to former hockey player Brian Sta Maria
Yakeb delivered a hospital bed to former national hockey player Brian Sta Maria's home in Petaling Jaya to aid his recovery after discharge from University Malaya Medical Centre. Brian, a 1975 World Cup player, remains at UMMC after surgery to relieve intracranial pressure from a fall.
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Aaron sees underdog tag as advantage in Asian Games medal hunt
Malaysian men's doubles player Aaron Chia says being a scratch pairing with Tee Kai Wun is an advantage ahead of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026. He believes opponents do not yet know their game and hopes to contribute at least a medal for Malaysia.
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UM to launch 121st anniversary celebration on Sept 19
Universiti Malaya will launch its 121st anniversary celebration (UM121) on 19 September 2026 at its campus. The launch will be officiated by Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah, who is also UM Chancellor, and features the first Royal Brisk Walk with over 2,000 UM members. A series of UM121 programmes runs until December 2026.
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Sunway Students and Seniors Mark Merdeka Together
Students from Sunway International Schools spent an afternoon with residents of Sunway Sanctuary at the school's Kuala Lumpur campus for a Merdeka-themed gathering. The session paired students with senior residents for activities and conversations aimed at bridging generations. Principal Richard Cherry said such interactions give students values and human connections beyond the classroom.
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Daikin Malaysia inks MoC with GreenRE, receives MIDA certification
Daikin Malaysia signed a Memorandum of Understanding with GreenRE and Sunway University to advance sustainable cooling and industry-academia collaboration. The company also received the MIDA Sustainable Refrigerant & Resources Recovery Certification during International Sustainability Week 2026 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur.
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Awie concert organiser apologises over seating and goodie bag issues
The organiser of the Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing concert, Bombbay Legend Worldwide, apologised for seating confusion affecting CAT 5, CAT 9 and CAT 10 ticket holders at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur, last Saturday. The organiser also apologised to CAT 9 and CAT 10 ticket holders who did not receive their goodie bags, and will contact them by e-mail to arrange delivery.
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Trevor Noah adds second Kuala Lumpur show after first sells out
Trevor Noah will play a second show at Idea Live Arena, Kuala Lumpur on 10 November 2026 after his first night on 9 November sold out. Tickets for the added date go on sale on 15 September 2026 at 1pm. It is his first-ever appearance in Malaysia, presented by LOL Asia and BOHM.
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Cik B visits paediatric ward at Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital, fulfils young fan's wish
Cik B, daughter of entrepreneur Datuk Seri Vida, visited the paediatric ward at the Rehabilitation Hospital in Cheras to meet a young patient known as Cik Pia. The visit came after Cik Pia expressed her wish to meet on Threads, and Cik B also brought gifts and spent time with other patients and nurses.
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Court orders bungalow on Lorong Raja Uda 1 sold within 12 months
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered the sale of a bungalow on Lorong Raja Uda 1, near Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz, within 12 months to resolve a 15-year dispute between three siblings. Judicial Commissioner Arziah Apandi found their relationship irreparably broken and said the sale was necessary because the eldest brother held only a one-third beneficial share while two-thirds was held in trust for his two sisters.
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The Labs at BBCC launches Malaysian artist series for Merdeka and Malaysia Day
The Labs at Bukit Bintang City Centre, Kuala Lumpur has launched an artist series featuring six Malaysian creative talents for the Merdeka and Malaysia Day season. Running from Sept 12, 2026 to January 2027, the programme includes physical installations, immersive digital experiences, murals and merchandise.