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Anwar extends condolences over death of MRSM founder Abdul Wahab

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his condolences to the family of Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) founder Abdul Wahab Alwi, who died on Tuesday (Aug 25) morning.

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Three killed in two-vehicle crash in Kota Tinggi

KOTA TINGGI: Two men and a woman were killed in a two-vehicle crash near a petrol station in Tanjung Leman, Jalan Jemaluang here on Tuesday (Aug 25) afternoon.

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Two women suffer head injuries after being thrown from Melaka theme park water slide

MELAKA: Two female holidaymakers suffered head injuries after being thrown from an inflatable tube while descending a water slide at a popular theme park in Ayer Keroh here.

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MetMalaysia warns of bad weather in several states until 9pm, issues advisory for Tropical Storm Narra

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a Tropical Storm Advisory for Tropical Storm Narra, which is moving east at a speed of 19 km/h, approximately 1,630 km northeast of Tumpat, Kelantan.

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About 42% of 51.4ha Punggai bushfire extinguished, Bomba continues to battle flames

PENGERANG: About 42% of the 51.4ha bushfire along the Punggai-Sebana Cove bypass road has been extinguished as firefighters continue to work around the clock.

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MyKad printing services to face disruptions from Aug 26-31

PUTRAJAYA: MyKad printing services nationwide are expected to experience temporary disruption from Wednesday (Aug 26) to the following Monday (Aug 31).

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Pahang Sultan urges public to take precautions as haze worsens

KUANTAN: Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has advised the public to take care of their health and take precautionary measures following reports that haze conditions have worsened in several areas, particularly Kuala Lumpur.

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Zalena pushes through cancer treatment to support husband Ayob Khan at Maulidur Rasul ceremony

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite undergoing treatment for stage three lung cancer, Puan Sri Zalena Mohd Ariffin, the wife of former deputy inspector-general of police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, made the effort to support her husband as he received the National Maulidur Rasul Award 1448H/2026 in the National Hero category.

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Mother’s boyfriend remanded over alleged harassment of 15-year-old girl

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have arrested a 51-year-old man following allegations that he sexually harassed a 15-year-old girl, says Comm Datuk Fadil Marsus.

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Sunway confirms coaster mishap, cooperating with probe on incident

PETALING JAYA: Sunway Theme Parks confirmed that the Aug 22 roller coaster mishap that injured 10 guests took place at Sunway Lagoon.

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Criminal elements suspected in death of man found near Sungai Petani

SUNGAI PETANI: The discovery of a dead body near here is being investigated as a criminal case.

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Another earthquake detected off Batu Pahat coast in two months, no tsunami threat

PETALING JAYA: A weak earthquake measuring 3.1 on the Richter scale struck the waters off Batu Pahat on Tuesday afternoon (Aug 25), according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).

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Inmate allegedly beaten to death in Marang prison

MARANG: A male prisoner died after he was believed to have been beaten by three other inmates at a prison in the district on Monday (Aug 24).

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Storm damages Kuching Airport roof

PETALING JAYA: Strong winds and heavy rain damaged part of the roof structure at Kuching International Airport on Tuesday (Aug 25).

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Pertang river's green hue due to excessive algae growth, says Negri Fisheries Dept

SEREMBAN: Excessive algae growth amid prolonged hot weather and a lack of rainfall has caused the river water in Mukim Pertang, Jelebu, to turn green, according to the Negeri Sembilan Department of Fisheries (DOF).

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Plantation supervisor seriously injured in armed altercation in Gua Musang

KOTA BARU: A plantation supervisor was seriously injured after being attacked by a group of individuals armed with machetes, iron rods and wooden clubs during an altercation at a workers' quarters in Kampung RKT Kesedar Chalil, Gua Musang, on Monday (Aug 24).

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Thunderstorms and rain to hit 10 states, KL, Putrajaya and Labuan

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across 10 states, the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan, effective until 5pm on Tuesday (Aug 25).

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Strong winds complicate efforts to put out 51.4ha Punggai peat fire

KOTA TINGGI: Hot weather and strong winds are complicating efforts to put out a 51.4ha peat fire along Jalan Bypass Sebana Cove-Punggai that started on Monday (Aug 24).

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Five men arrested, RM3,200 worth of ketum seized in separate raids in Perak

IPOH: Police arrested five men and seized ketum leaves and liquid worth RM3,220 during two separate raids in Kerian and Hilir Perak.

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KL police announce major road closures and drone ban ahead of 69th National Day

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 2,357 police officers and personnel will be deployed in Putrajaya to maintain security and manage traffic during the 69th National Day celebrations, with some 80,000 visitors expected.