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Hospital Kuala Lumpur has rejected claims that its public toilets are unhygienic, asserting that the facility shown in a viral Facebook video does not belong to the hospital and urging the public to stop sharing the video.
Malaysia's cocktail scene maintains its regional presence with Three X Co and Bar Trigona securing positions on the prestigious Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 list, announced at an awards ceremony in Macau.
Police in Kuala Lumpur have arrested a foreign national and two female accomplices from Thailand and China over passport-related offences tied to an alleged extortion case involving 12 officers.
Malaysian police relocated hundreds of Rohingya refugees from the UNHCR office in Kuala Lumpur to the city police headquarters on July 27 for identity verification and documentation purposes.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected accusations that his administration is sidelining Bumiputera interests, highlighting the designation of 50 acres of premium Malay reserve land in Kuala Lumpur as evidence of government commitment to the community.
Major expressway sections in Kuala Lumpur will shut temporarily on August 1-2 for a running event. Authorities recommend using alternative routes and arriving early.
Authorities have detained a dozen police officers across multiple ranks in connection with an alleged extortion operation targeting a Chinese citizen for approximately RM2 million.
SMK Seri Mulia in Kuala Lumpur has secured RM300,000 from the Bandar Tun Razak parliamentary allocation for facility upgrades and enhanced student safety measures, including installation of safety grills.
Kuala Lumpur is rolling out a free tuition scheme benefiting 1,600 SPM candidates from 40 secondary schools, targeting four key subjects to ease financial burden on families preparing for major exams.
A man was arrested for trespassing on Shah Alam Line railway tracks at Jalan Meru Station, causing temporary disruption to Rapid KL train services during peak morning hours in Kuala Lumpur.
Minister Hannah Yeoh has refuted false claims circulating online about DBKL's workforce diversity, clarifying actual staff numbers while pledging further improvements to hiring practices.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has praised Kuala Lumpur City Hall's cleanup of Dataran Merdeka following a public FIFA World Cup screening, while calling on citizens to embrace civic responsibility and keep shared spaces clean.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has initiated a detailed investigation into a fatal tree collapse on Jalan Tun Razak that killed a man. DBKL is conducting emergency inspections of mature trees across major roads and plans to deploy 400 monitoring sensors.
Kuala Lumpur's new LaLaport Transportation Hub officially launched beside Hang Tuah LRT station, targeting 10,000 daily passengers and seamless connections between rail, buses, and e-hailing services.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rolled out 16 governance reforms following a damaging 0.08% score in corruption rankings. Minister Hannah Yeoh detailed sweeping changes including new oversight committees, digitalisation drives, and curbs on mayoral spending authority.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog is actively searching for two Bangladeshi nationals to serve as prosecution witnesses in a significant corruption case currently before the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court.
Malaysia's Cabinet has instructed the Federal Territories Department to enhance governance and accountability at Kuala Lumpur City Hall before considering amendments to the Federal Capital Act 1960, based on recommendations from a comprehensive study.
The Royal Malaysia Police has expanded its character-building and discipline programme from secondary schools to primary schools across Kuala Lumpur, aiming to instil strong values early and reduce youth involvement in social problems.
The Smart Lane connecting Bandar Saujana Putra to Putra Heights will shut for five months from July 6 for maintenance work. PLUS Malaysia says existing lanes remain operational to minimise disruption.
Malaysia's Home Ministry has flagged concerns that begging activities involving foreigners, particularly children in Kuala Lumpur's tourist zones, are orchestrated by criminal syndicates. Immigration enforcement has intensified markedly across the capital.
Kuala Lumpur immigration authorities have detained 111 undocumented migrants during a coordinated enforcement operation targeting the wholesale clothing sector on Jalan Kenanga, signalling intensified compliance checks in the commercial district.
Renovation work totalling RM9.6 million at Desa Tun Razak People's Housing Project has been completed, marking progress on a larger RM300 million federal initiative to upgrade all 61 PPR facilities in Kuala Lumpur by year-end.
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Authorities have arrested two men with prior criminal convictions as part of their investigation into a murder at a Petaling Jaya hotel. The detentions mark a significant development in the case.
Kuala Lumpur police arrested 11 people, six of them South Korean nationals, after dismantling an illegal World Cup betting operation at a Brickfields office complex yesterday.
The federal government has launched a RM1 million grants initiative to revitalise downtown Kuala Lumpur, offering support ranging from RM30,000 to RM100,000 per project to preserve heritage and boost the local creative economy.
An actress known for appearing in police dramas has been freed on bail following her arrest during an anti-drug operation at an unlicensed entertainment establishment in Kuala Lumpur's Jalan Raja Chulan.
Property developer CHGP is acquiring a prime freehold site in Kuala Lumpur's KLCC precinct for RM455 million, strengthening its landbank with an approved mixed-use development opportunity featuring a plot ratio of 15.99.
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The Federal Territory Muslim Cemetery Development Project in Hulu Semenyih, planned since 2005, addresses an urgent shortage of Islamic burial land in Kuala Lumpur and will ease local traffic congestion through infrastructure improvements.
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Kuala Lumpur City Hall has initiated formal land acquisition procedures to resolve a public access road dispute in Taman Datuk Senu, Sentul, where a long-used thoroughfare was discovered to sit on privately owned land.
Authorities arrested an actress known for roles in a popular police television drama alongside 13 others during an early-morning enforcement operation targeting an unlicensed entertainment venue in Kuala Lumpur. The actress tested positive for multiple controlled substances.
Malaysian authorities arrested 34 individuals operating an illegal World Cup betting call centre in Kuala Lumpur's Sentul district. The enforcement action targeted an unlicensed gambling facility coordinating illicit wagering activities.
Sunway Medical Centre Velocity is deploying automated external defibrillators across Kuala Lumpur's high-traffic zones and training the public in emergency response, addressing Malaysia's critically low cardiac arrest survival rates.
Malaysia's newly launched LRT3 Shah Alam Line can accommodate projected ridership through 2040, with current capacity of 223,560 daily passengers far exceeding initial year demand of 67,000.
Two Malaysian university students perished in a fiery car crash on the Duta-Ulu Kelang Expressway near Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday morning. A third passenger, a Singaporean student, survived with minor injuries.
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A homeless Myanmar national has been detained by Kuala Lumpur police after allegedly hurling bricks at a patrol vehicle stationed outside a hotel on Jalan Hang Lekiu. The incident resulted in damage to the police vehicle.
Malaysian police dismantled a significant drug trafficking network following three coordinated raids in Cheras, resulting in the seizure of RM135.63 million worth of narcotics and seven arrests.
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A man died after jumping from an NPE flyover during a police chase in Kuala Lumpur. Two other individuals have been arrested following the incident, which has raised questions about pursuit tactics and safety protocols.
Kuala Lumpur police report a significant decline in cable theft cases during the first five months of 2025, recording 71 incidents compared to a full year total of 205 in 2024, with 85 arrests made so far this year.
The Sultan of Kedah visited the restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, touring newly opened galleries and heritage exhibits. The visit underscores Khazanah Nasional's ongoing preservation of Malaysia's iconic administrative landmark.
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur have arrested a man suspected of sexually abusing his teenage daughter repeatedly across five years. The daughter's pregnancy ultimately revealed the prolonged abuse.
Malaysia's Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan has confirmed that the Masjid Warisan project near the Tun Razak Exchange tower will proceed as originally scheduled.
Thirteen men arrested following an April brawl outside a Kepong nightclub in Kuala Lumpur will face charges in court today. The incident highlighted ongoing concerns about late-night public disorder in the capital's entertainment districts.
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Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh contends that Kuala Lumpur voters have experienced both Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional governance and will not return to either, signalling the capital's commitment to its current political direction.
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur have remanded two individuals for a fortnight over their alleged involvement in orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extract RM18,000 in ransom payments.
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Malaysia will soon see a new mosque in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Bukit Bintang district. The facility, capable of housing over 1,500 worshippers, is set to open early next year, marking a significant expansion of religious infrastructure in the capital.
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A prestigious ceremony in Kuala Lumpur recognised over 70 property developers and quality brands across ASEAN, celebrating their contributions to sustainable urban development and regional economic growth.
Authorities arrested 186 undocumented migrants during a coordinated midnight operation in Pudu's commercial district. The detainees face investigation for visa overstays and illegal entry violations.
A Chinese national was fined RM5,000 after admitting to attempting theft aboard an aircraft flying into Kuala Lumpur from Timor-Leste. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns during air travel.
The Kuala Lumpur City Hall is injecting RM200 million to upgrade and modernise hawker stalls across 287 sites, directly benefiting more than 11,000 small traders under its Lestari Niaga @ Kuala Lumpur 2026 programme.
A temporary Friday prayer facility has opened at Bukit Bintang Outreach Oasis following special government approval, serving the Muslim community in the popular shopping district until a permanent surau is completed.
Datuk Kamil Misuari, spouse of Minister Nancy Shukri, received final rites at Kuala Lumpur's National Mosque before being flown to Sarawak for burial. Senior government officials attended the ceremony.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a male suspect following an assault and criminal intimidation incident at a food establishment in Cheras, where the victim was threatened with an object resembling a firearm.
Police in Kuala Lumpur have arrested a 38-year-old man suspected of vandalising a guardhouse at a Bukit Jalil residential estate. The incident reportedly stemmed from a disagreement between the former occupant and the property management.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a man and recovered narcotics valued in excess of RM1.7 million from a residential address in Segambut during a Thursday operation.
Police have dismantled an illegal gambling operation running from an upscale condominium in Bukit Jalil, Cheras. The Saturday raid resulted in 15 arrests as authorities target organized gaming syndicates.