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KL Orchestra Festival spotlights oboe, French horn, and trumpet in instrument workshop
The Kuala Lumpur Orchestra Festival 2026 hosted a workshop on the oboe, French horn, and trumpet for young musicians.
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Penang bans firecrackers, offers free ferry rides during busy Wesak Day celebration
Penang police banned firecrackers for the May 31 Wesak Day procession as over 15,000 visitors attended, with free ferry rides easing traffic.
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Man detained in Batu Gajah after video shows him beating kitten with broom
A man surrendered to Batu Gajah police after a viral video showed him hitting a kitten with an aluminium broom outside his home.
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Man reported missing in Padawan found asleep beside neighbour's washing machine
A man reported missing after leaving a wedding in Kampung Sira was found asleep beside a neighbour’s washing machine about 1.5 hours later.
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Man Dies from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Locked Car Outside Penang Ice Cream Shop
A 37-year-old man was found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning inside his wife’s locked car in Penang on May 29.
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MARA reviews MRSM student outing rules after two students go missing for four days
MARA is reviewing MRSM outing procedures after two Form Four students from MRSM Alor Gajah went missing for four days in August.
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14-year-old in Melaka injures herself after vape use and dispute over boyfriend visit
A 14-year-old girl in Melaka slashed her neck and wrists after being stopped from meeting her boyfriend, reportedly under the influence of a 'mushroom' vape.
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Malaysia faces over 90% chance of Super El Nino event from October to December 2026
Malaysian Meteorological Department forecasts a very strong El Nino event with more than 90% probability between October and December 2026.
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Malaysia's Department of Environment conducts 5,074 inspections, issues RM4.59 million in fines early 2026
The Department of Environment carried out over 5,000 inspections across Malaysia and imposed RM4.59 million in fines for environmental offences from January to April 2026.
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420,879 candidates to take 2026 SPM exams at 3,334 centres from Oct 26 to Dec 17
A total of 420,879 candidates will sit the 2026 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams at 3,334 centres nationwide from October 26 to December 17.
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5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bali Sea in Indonesia Early Tuesday
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit the Bali Sea near Indonesia at 2:10 a.m. on August 18, 2026, with no tsunami threat to Malaysia.
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Sultan Ibrahim donates 148 cattle for Aidiladha sacrifice in Johor
Sultan Ibrahim donated 148 cattle for Aidiladha sacrifices to benefit the people of Johor, while Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim contributed one cow for media workers in Pahang.
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Pizza Amane Tokyo opens in Taman Tun Dr Ismail serving NY-style pizzas with Japanese twist
Pizza Amane Tokyo opened in Kuala Lumpur, offering large NY-style pizzas with Japanese flavors in collaboration with Pizza Studio Tamaki.
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Malaysian hiker seriously injured on Mount Rinjani airlifted to Bali hospital
A Malaysian woman injured on Mount Rinjani was airlifted to a Bali hospital after rescue efforts delayed by fog.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia Tops Malaysia, Rises 149 Places in ARWU 2026 Rankings
Universiti Sains Malaysia moved up 149 places globally to rank 581st and became Malaysia’s top university in the ARWU 2026 rankings.
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Belgium's largest wildfire burns 3,000 hectares near German border
A wildfire in Belgium's High Fens reserve has burned 3,000 hectares since August 14, forcing 600 evacuations near the German border.
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7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia kills 294 and heavily damages cities
A 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia August 10, causing 294 deaths, thousands of injuries, and widespread destruction in Cali, Pereira, and Buenaventura.
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Multiple fatal and serious road accidents reported across Malaysia in May 2026
At least six people died and dozens were injured in several crashes across Malaysia during May 24-26, 2026.
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European Mullet Championship crowns BesaMulet duo winners in Belgium
The 2026 European Mullet Championship named BesaMulet overall champions in Audregnies, Belgium in late May.
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Rohingya father and two sons die in early morning house fire in Bagan Serai
A Rohingya father and his two young sons died in a house fire in Taman Serai Maju, Bagan Serai on August 15, 2026.
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Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid urges reduced outdoor activity during peak UV hours amid Southwest Monsoon
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid advised Malaysians to limit outdoor activities from 11 am to 4 pm due to high UV radiation during the Southwest Monsoon.
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Unhealthy Air Pollutant Index Readings Recorded in 10-11 Areas Across Malaysia on August 13
On August 13, 2026, several areas in Malaysia recorded unhealthy air pollutant index levels, with Sarawak reporting the highest and most widespread readings.
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Mattel unveils Whitney Houston Barbie doll featuring iconic 1980s look
Mattel released a Barbie doll honoring Whitney Houston at the 5th annual Legacy of Love gala in Atlanta on August 8.
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Modular classrooms under Program Cakna MADANI to finish by December 2026
Malaysia's Public Works Department will complete modular classrooms for 14 schools by December 2026 using the Modular Precast System.