News near World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur
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National Lion Dance Championship and Asian Invitational to be held next month with 43 teams
The Malaysia North-South Lion Dance Federation has announced the draw results for its second national traditional southern lion dance championship and the 2026 Asian southern lion dance high-pole invitational tournament. Both competitions will be held on October 10 and 11 at HEXTAR WORLD IMPIRE CITY, attracting 43 local and international teams.
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Taman Melawati flash flood causes 3km traffic jam on MRR2
A sudden flash flood in Taman Melawati, Kuala Lumpur, caused a severe 3-kilometre traffic jam on the MRR2 highway this afternoon. The flood, triggered by heavy rain, left many vehicles stranded on the road between Zoo Negara and KL East Mall. Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes.
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Ops Mahir raids in KL and Penang net 122 illegal immigrants at factories
Immigration authorities arrested 122 illegal immigrants during Ops Mahir raids at factories in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, and Perai, Penang. The detainees, mostly foreign nationals, were held for various immigration offences and taken to depots for investigation.
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Azeez denies choosing to wear lock-up clothes, says it was police SOP
Former Baling MP Datuk Seri Azeez Abdul Rahim has denied claims that he chose to wear purple lock-up clothes and handcuffs when brought to the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur. His lawyer, Datuk Amer Hamzah Arshad, said Azeez was in police custody and was ordered to change clothes according to PDRM's standard operating procedure. The court allowed a two-day remand order against Azeez.
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Immigration detains 122 foreigners in coordinated raids in Cheras and Perai
Malaysia's Immigration Department detained 35 undocumented foreigners during an operation at a factory area in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, on Monday. In a simultaneous operation, the Penang office detained 87 more foreigners at a factory in Perai, Bukit Mertajam. All detainees are being investigated for various offences under the Immigration Act 1959/63.
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'It's Lit!' design exhibition at The Starhill showcases light and literature synergy
The multidisciplinary exhibition 'It's Lit!', organized by eslite spectrum Kuala Lumpur and xOrdinary, is running at The Starhill until October 30, 2026. Featuring 40 works by 17 Malaysian designers and brands, it aims to connect design with lifestyle and user experience.
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Selangor FC play in empty stadium due to FA ban
Selangor FC's FA Cup match against Sabah FC was played in an empty Stadium MBPJ in Petaling Jaya. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) imposed the ban after crowd trouble in a previous match.
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NSO to honour composer Aubrey Suwito with two-night concert at Istana Budaya
The National Symphony Orchestra will perform a two-hour tribute concert to Malaysian composer Aubrey Suwito on Oct 2 and 3 at Istana Budaya in Kuala Lumpur. The show, titled 'NSO with Aubrey Suwito: Pop Meets Symphony', will feature 16 of his compositions performed by singers Ernie Zakri, Syamel Fodzly, and Shiha Zikir.
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Malaysian Cheong Kwok Khuen reaches pro main draw at Leapmotor KL Cup
Malaysian pickleball player Cheong Kwok Khuen qualified for the men's singles main draw at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur Cup held at The Hood in Kuala Lumpur. He defeated fellow Malaysian Ryan Lee in the qualifiers and will now face Vietnam's Nguyen Tien in the main draw.
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Umno assembly opens with delegates upbeat after Johor, Negri wins, eyeing Melaka
Umno delegates arrived at the party's annual assembly in Kuala Lumpur in a positive mood following recent state election victories in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. Delegates expressed renewed confidence and are now looking towards Melaka as the next electoral target. The assembly runs from today until Saturday.
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Vox Choir Festival returns to DPAC with four nights of choral performances
The 5th Vox Choir Festival will be held at the Damansara Performing Arts Centre (DPAC) from 18th to 20th September. The festival features performances from various community, church, and children's choirs, as well as a tribute to Stephen Sondheim. Tickets are priced at RM40.
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Comedian Gavin Yap's food-themed solo show 'Fork It' runs Sept 11-13
Comedian Gavin Yap will perform his semi-autobiographical solo show 'Fork It: One Man's Journey Through Food & Memories' at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre from 11th to 13th September. The show uses different food dishes as a lens to explore Yap's life, from his childhood move to Malaysia to his career in acting.
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Capcom Pop-Up Store Returns to LaLaport Bukit Bintang for Three Months Starting 24 September
The Capcom pop-up store will return to the ACG Base section of LaLaport Bukit Bintang in Kuala Lumpur from 24 September to 27 December. Organizer Justdan says the longer run allows for a regularly updating product line-up, and for the first time, Malaysia-exclusive merchandise will be available.
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Customs Seize Smuggled Cigarettes, Liquor Worth RM1.95 Million in Klang Valley
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Kuala Lumpur seized untaxed white cigarettes and liquor worth RM1.95 million through two special operations around the Klang Valley. The Ops Tembok Besar and Ops Akur operations, conducted in July and August, led to the arrest of 38 individuals and the opening of 38 investigation papers.
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Ex-Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez bailed at RM450,000, pleads not guilty
Former Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim completed his RM450,000 bail process at the Kuala Lumpur Courts Complex. He pleaded not guilty to a charge of using his position to obtain a company chairmanship with an annual remuneration of RM690,000.
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90s Tamil music concert draws nostalgic crowd at KLCC's Plenary Hall
The 90's Reloaded concert took place at the Plenary Hall, KLCC on Sept 5, featuring a star-studded line-up of Tamil music singers. The event, organized by Venus Production, took the audience on a nostalgic trip through 1990s Tamil hits, with highlights including S.P. Charan's tribute to his late father.
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Heritage Valley KL generates RM4.6m sales, benefits 500 entrepreneurs
Heritage Valley Kuala Lumpur, an entrepreneurship hub on Jalan Doraisamy, has recorded cumulative sales of RM4.6 million since August 2025. The RM9.7 million project by UDA Holdings has benefited over 500 entrepreneurs and will be expanded to major cities.
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Irfan Bakti: KRW forced to recall released players due to FIFA restrictions
Kelantan Red Warriors head coach Irfan Bakti Abu Salim revealed the team had to recall eight to nine released players due to FIFA registration restrictions. He made the remarks after his team was eliminated from the FA Cup, losing 5-1 to Kuching City at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium. Irfan appealed to FAM for help, stating the current situation is not the players' fault.
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Kuching City thrash Kelantan 5-1 to reach FA Cup quarter-finals
Kuching City FC beat Kelantan Red Warriors 5-1 in the second leg of the FA Cup round of 16 at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium, advancing 5-1 on aggregate. Coach Aidil Sharin Sahak praised his players' commitment despite a congested schedule.
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Gombak flat overcrowded with foreigners, residents worry about cleanliness and safety
A survey at Flat Taman Wilayah in Gombak found the area increasingly crowded with foreigners, especially from Myanmar and Rohingya. Local residents expressed concerns about poor cleanliness and rising safety issues such as fights and theft. They are urging authorities to monitor the activities and facilities of foreigners in the flat.
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Gombak's Desa Bakti flats littered, residents say foreigners now majority
A survey at the Desa Bakti flats in Gombak found scattered rubbish, betel nut stains, and damaged facilities. Local residents claim the area is increasingly crowded with foreigners, mainly from Myanmar and Bangladesh, making them a minority.
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Gombak Setia assemblyman acquitted of TikTok public alarm charge
Gombak Setia assemblyman Muhammad Hilman Idham was acquitted and discharged by the Magistrate's Court in Kuala Lumpur of a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code. The magistrate ruled the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. The charge related to a TikTok video allegedly made on July 30, 2025.
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AMFF 2026 food festival at Titiwangsa Lake Gardens from Sept 11-16
The Anjung Malaysiaku Foodie Fiesta (AMFF) 2026 will be held at Taman Tasik Titiwangsa in Kuala Lumpur from September 11 to 16. The six-day festival, themed 'Kita Malaysia', combines food, arts, culture and lifestyle, and is expected to boost the local tourism industry and empower local entrepreneurs.
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Former Tabung Haji chairman charged over RM190m investment decision
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez was charged in Kuala Lumpur with using his position to influence a RM190 million investment. He pleaded not guilty to the charge under the MACC Act.