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The Malaysia International Craft Fair 2026 will feature 400 participants from over 20 countries alongside local craftspeople, running for 12 days at Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex with demonstrations, exhibitions, and cultural performances.
Alam Flora has pledged complete cooperation with police investigating a garbage lorry crash in Kuala Lumpur's Pantai Hillpark area. The compactor truck will undergo mechanical inspection to determine the cause.
A former driver of a Kuala Lumpur High Court judge has received a three-month jail sentence after admitting to criminal intimidation charges. The case highlights workplace conduct standards affecting judicial personnel and their support staff.
Authorities have arrested five Chinese nationals suspected of orchestrating multiple residential burglaries in Kuala Lumpur. The operation targeted homes in the Sri Petaling and Pudu areas.
Malaysian police have successfully dismantled a housebreaking syndicate with the arrest of five Chinese nationals during coordinated raids in Sri Petaling and Pudu. The operation marks a significant breakthrough in combating organised property crime in the capital.
Twelve Malaysians, including four women, have been arrested in connection with a violent robbery targeting a Taiwanese YouTuber in Cheras, where approximately RM35,000 in cash and personal items were stolen.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has unveiled three reforms aimed at supporting traders and simplifying bureaucratic processes. The measures include setting outdoor seating fees at RM30 monthly and expediting minor works permits and hygiene-related premise reopenings.
Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has announced a RM5,000 reward for leads identifying the suspect behind a violent fuel attack on a woman that occurred in the area.
Pahang Sultan Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah attended his daughter Tengku Puteri Ilyana's wedding reception with Christopher Lionel Froggatt in Kuala Lumpur, performing traditional royal blessing ceremonies.
Legal counsel for former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob visited the National Heart Institute where the politician is undergoing treatment for a heart condition, following a court adjournment.
Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will appear before the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court to face charges, marking a notable moment in Malaysia's political landscape.
Malaysia will host the inaugural M360 ASEAN 2026 conference in Kuala Lumpur on September 9-10, uniting regional tech leaders, investors, and policymakers to shape Southeast Asia's digital future and solidify the nation's position in telecommunications and artificial intelligence.
118 Mall has convened over 200 retail partners at an inaugural forum to prepare for its November 2026 opening. The seven-storey development, anchored to the Merdeka 118 precinct, aims to attract 22 million visitors annually through a mix of luxury, lifestyle and local brands.
Malaysian immigration authorities have apprehended three individuals in coordinated operations targeting a sophisticated passport forgery network, with officers securing the alleged ringleader believed to be orchestrating counterfeit document production across the capital.
Malaysian police have arrested a woman of Chinese nationality as part of their investigation into an extortion case linked to the Cheras area in Kuala Lumpur, with authorities continuing to probe the circumstances.
Kuala Lumpur's Kalpana Dance Theatre celebrates its 30th anniversary with an innovative bharatanatyam production centred on sacred Indian rivers, combining classical dance with environmental activism.
Malayan Banking Bhd officially opens Menara Merdeka Maybank, its flagship headquarters, in a ceremony led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, signalling major investment in Malaysia's financial infrastructure.
Three X Co in Bangsar and Bar Trigona at Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur have secured positions in the Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 list, with five additional Malaysian venues recognized in the extended rankings.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is renovating ageing public housing schemes while a substantial backlog of 3,000 households awaits unit allocation. Minister Hannah Yeoh oversees a RM300 million improvement programme announced in Budget 2026.
Malaysian authorities relocated hundreds of Rohingya refugees from outside the UNHCR office in central Kuala Lumpur to police headquarters on July 27 for identity verification and documentation purposes.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall led a coordinated enforcement sweep over the weekend, targeting five entertainment outlets operating without proper licences. The operation resulted in equipment seizures and multiple compound notices.
A 40-year-old terrace house in suburban Kuala Lumpur underwent a thoughtful renovation that preserved its structure while introducing natural light, cross-ventilation and extensive greenery, demonstrating sustainable urban design principles.
SMK Seri Mulia in Kuala Lumpur has secured RM300,000 from its parliamentary allocation for comprehensive facility upgrades and student safety enhancements, marking the school's first major renovation in over two decades.
Malaysia's meteorological authority has cautioned residents across the Klang Valley and multiple states to prepare for intense thunderstorms, torrential downpours, and gusty winds persisting until mid-afternoon.
A new tuition programme is providing free academic support to 1,600 SPM candidates across 40 secondary schools in Kuala Lumpur, focusing on core subjects to ease the financial burden on families.
Four teenage boys aged 14 have been arrested by police following an assault in Cheras that gained widespread attention on social media platforms this month, leaving another youth with serious injuries.
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A fatal tree collapse in Kuala Lumpur has exposed gaps in Malaysia's urban forestry practices. Experts say systematic inspection programmes, certified arborists, and technology—not mass felling—offer the path forward.
A man has been arrested following an early-morning trespassing incident at Jalan Meru Station on Rapid KL's Shah Alam Line, which temporarily suspended train operations and affected commuter schedules.
DBKL will clean Dataran Merdeka after thousands of football fans left rubbish following a live broadcast of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The authority has urged the public to take greater responsibility for shared spaces.
Minister Hannah Yeoh has praised Kuala Lumpur City Hall workers for their efforts in cleaning Dataran Merdeka following litter left behind after a FIFA World Cup final screening, while emphasizing that citizens must play their part in maintaining public spaces.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is investigating a fatal tree collapse on Jalan Tun Razak with the Malaysian Society of Arborist. The authority has launched inspections of high-risk mature trees across major roads and plans to install 400 monitoring sensors.
Following a fatal tree-fall incident, Kuala Lumpur City Hall has initiated a comprehensive technical investigation and launched inspections of potentially dangerous mature trees throughout the capital's road network.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a 39-year-old foreign national in connection with a violent attack on a UTAR student using a metal rod at a Setapak bus stop. The arrest marks progress in investigating the assault incident.
Kuala Lumpur's new LaLaport Transportation Hub at Bukit Bintang City Centre consolidates services from approximately 30 bus operators, with initial capacity for 3,000 daily passengers expandable to 10,000. The facility integrates multiple transport modes including express buses, airport shuttles, and connections to LRT and Monorail networks.
Three brothers have been charged across separate Sessions Court proceedings in Kuala Lumpur for conducting unauthorised capital market activities, marking the Securities Commission's latest enforcement effort against illicit financial operations.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is actively seeking two Bangladeshi nationals to serve as prosecution witnesses in a corruption trial underway at Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court, highlighting the cross-border dimensions of the investigation.
Immigration authorities have arrested 111 undocumented migrants following a sweeping enforcement operation at Jalan Kenanga's wholesale shopping district in Kuala Lumpur, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat illegal employment in the city's retail sector.
The Desa Tun Razak People's Housing Project has completed its RM9.6 million upgrade, becoming one of 22 finished projects out of 61 planned improvements across Kuala Lumpur's public housing estates.
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia's former prime minister, has thanked the nation for the widespread affection and birthday greetings he received as he celebrated his 101st birthday.
Authorities have arrested a 20-year-old driver who crashed his white Mercedes through a police checkpoint on Sprint Expressway and subsequently fled the scene. The incident drew significant public attention online.
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Kuala Lumpur police have arrested two local men with prior criminal convictions to assist in investigating a murder at a Petaling Jaya hotel, marking a significant development in the case.
National Petroleum Enterprise has issued RM54 million in sustainability-linked sukuk for the NPE2 elevated highway project in Kuala Lumpur, marking the first such financing instrument for a highway globally.
The government has clarified that the Federal Territory Muslim Cemetery Development Project in Hulu Semenyih has been in planning since 2005, addressing Kuala Lumpur's depleting Islamic burial ground capacity.
An actress known for her role in a police drama has been released on police bail after testing positive for drugs during an enforcement raid at an unlicensed entertainment venue on Jalan Raja Chulan in Kuala Lumpur.
The federal government has committed RM1 million to support heritage preservation and downtown rejuvenation in Kuala Lumpur through a new grants programme offering between RM30,000 and RM100,000 per project.
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Kuala Lumpur City Hall has launched a formal land acquisition process to resolve a public access road blockage in Taman Datuk Senu, Sentul, which sits on private land. Resolution expected within three to four months.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is investing RM45 million to expand the Cheras crematorium with three additional units, starting February 2026. The two-year project aims to meet rising demand from the capital's non-Muslim population.
Police arrested 14 people, including an actress known for a popular police drama, during an enforcement raid at an unlicensed entertainment outlet in Kuala Lumpur. The woman tested positive for three controlled substances.
Datuk Jailani Harun, a former journalist serving as diplomatic officer to UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, died at Hospital Serdang this morning. Funeral prayers will be held at Al-Mubarakah Mosque in Taman Bukit Cheras.