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Ungu's 3 Decades Concert in KL Shows Strong Bond with Malaysian Fans
The Ungu 3 Dasawarsa: Special Night in Kuala Lumpur concert was held at Idea Live Arena, Damansara Intan, last Saturday. Over 20 songs were performed, and vocalist Pasha described Malaysia as a second home for the Indonesian band.
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CAS rejects Selangor appeal, fan ban for FA Cup match stands
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has rejected Selangor FC's request to suspend their punishment of playing without supporters. This means their FA Cup match against Sabah FC at the MBPJ Stadium on September 9 will be played behind closed doors.
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Trevor Noah to make Malaysia debut at Kuala Lumpur show on Nov 9
Comedian Trevor Noah will perform in Malaysia for the first time on Nov 9, 2026, at the Ideas LIVE Arena in Kuala Lumpur. The show, presented by LOL Asia and BOHM, is part of his global stand-up tour and tickets go on presale Sept 9.
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Sabah Tshung Tsin Secondary School wins National Science Challenge for first time in 31 years
Sabah Tshung Tsin Secondary School's student team won the 2026 National Science Challenge, marking Sabah's first national title in the competition in 31 years. The final was held in Shah Alam, Selangor, and the team received the Prime Minister's Challenge Trophy.
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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on LDP near Puchong; police seek Proton Saga driver
A man in his 40s was killed in a hit-and-run accident on the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) towards Puchong early yesterday morning. Police say a red Proton Saga struck the pedestrian, who was standing in the left lane, and fled the scene. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and police are investigating under the Road Transport Act.
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Police investigate decomposed body found in Bukit Jelutong
Police in Shah Alam are investigating after a decomposed body was found in an overgrown area near Jalan Persiaran Balairong U8, Bukit Jelutong. The deceased is believed to have died more than a week ago, and the case has been classified as a sudden death.
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Fashion designer acquitted of drug trafficking after three years in remand
The Shah Alam High Court has acquitted and discharged fashion designer G Chelvan of a charge of trafficking over 3kg of methamphetamine. Judicial Commissioner Norhisham Ismail ruled that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. Chelvan had been in detention at Sungai Buloh Prison since his arrest in March 2023.
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Syazwani wins third consecutive Para SUKMA gold
Sarawak's para bowler Nur Syazwani Marais won the gold medal in the women's TPB4 singles event at Para SUKMA Selangor 2026, held at Sunway Mega Lanes in Bandar Sunway. This is her third consecutive title after wins in 2022 and 2024. Other gold medals went to athletes from Sabah, Kedah and Selangor.
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Anak Krakatau eruption: 41 flights from Malaysian airports to Jakarta cancelled
A total of 41 flights from various Malaysian airports to Jakarta were cancelled today following the temporary closure of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport due to volcanic ash from the Anak Krakatau eruption. Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd said the highest number of cancellations was recorded at KLIA with 30 flights.
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TV station deputy director jailed 6 months, fined RM20,000 for accepting RM28,000 bribes
The Shah Alam Sessions Court sentenced a local television station's deputy director to six months' jail and a RM20,000 fine after finding her guilty of two counts of accepting RM28,000 in bribes seven years ago. The court allowed a stay of execution pending her appeal to the High Court.
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Misha Omar announces 25th anniversary showcase 'Aku & Lelaki' at JioSpace on Oct 24
Misha Omar will celebrate 25 years in the music industry with an exclusive showcase titled 'Aku & Lelaki' at JioSpace, Petaling Jaya, Selangor on October 24. The showcase will feature her popular songs as well as her interpretations of iconic tracks by male singers from Malaysia, Indonesia, and internationally. Tickets went on sale on September 3 via Ticket2U.
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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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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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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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DBKL issues two compounds to biryani shop in Jalan Bendahara
DBKL has issued two compound notices to a food premises on Jalan Bendahara, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. The action follows a viral claim that the premises was owned by a Bangladeshi national and operated on a parking lot. An investigation found the premises is owned by a Malaysian and has a valid license, but it employed foreign workers without permits and had additional structures without authorization.
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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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Japanese Film Festival 2026 screens kabuki drama KOKUHO at GSC Mid Valley
The Japanese Film Festival 2026 will hold a special screening of the film KOKUHO at GSC Mid Valley in Kuala Lumpur on 9 September 2026. The drama, directed by Lee Sang-il, is an adaptation of a novel about the life of a kabuki actor.
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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.