🤖 This Week's Recap - 19 Sept

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Last updated at Sep 19, 2025

🤖 This Week's Recap - 19 Sept

Get quick, AI-powered news summaries of trending topics like Sabah floods, Zara Qairina's inquest, and more. Click on any headline for in-depth reports.

Last updated at Sep 19, 2025

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🔎 Cheah Liek Hou Possible Ban

🤖 Paralympic gold medallist Cheah Liek Hou is facing a potential ban and legal action from the Paralympic Council of Malaysia (PCM). This followed his social media post criticising the council for the delayed RM60,000 incentive for his Paris Paralympics gold medal. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh backed Liek Hou, assuring that the incentive payment would be resolved.

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🔎 iPhone 17 Launch

🤖 Apple’s new iPhone 17 series officially launched in Malaysia on 19 September, with the Apple Store at The Exchange TRX opening early to accommodate customers. Malaysia was among the first wave of countries to receive the latest models, including the ultra-slim iPhone 17 Air and the Pro series. Pre-orders for the devices began on 12 September, leading up to the release.

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🔎 Sabah Floods

🤖 The number of flood evacuees in Sabah significantly decreased on the morning of 19 September, with 2,602 individuals housed in 22 temporary relief centres across six districts. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visited Sabah the same day to assess the disaster situation and meet affected residents. Tragically, landslides in the state have claimed 13 lives, with one fatality also reported from the floods.

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🔎 Zara Qairina Inquest

🤖 The inquest into Zara Qairina’s death was adjourned on 19 September after confidential information about a minor witness was leaked online, disrupting the proceedings. Chief Warden Azhari Abd Sagap previously testified on 17 September that he instructed students to move Zara, who was found unconscious, and that he initially did not notice obvious injuries. The school also introduced bedtime prayers following her tragic death.

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🔎 D4vd Case Developments

🤖 Authorities are continuing their investigation into singer d4vd after the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas was found in his impounded Tesla on 8 September. New evidence emerged this week, including a photo linking d4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, and Rivas, as well as matching "Shhh..." finger tattoos. Police are following several leads, and a search warrant was served, with d4vd’s representative stating his full cooperation.

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🔎 Robert Redford Death

🤖Legendary Hollywood actor and director Robert Redford passed away on Tuesday, 16 September, at the age of 89. His publicist confirmed he died peacefully at his home in Sundance, Utah, surrounded by loved ones. Redford was celebrated for his iconic roles in films such as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were," and for founding the Sundance Institute and Film Festival.

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🔎 Charlie Kirk's Killer Charged

🤖Tyler Robinson, 22, has been charged with aggravated murder in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on 10 September at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Prosecutors announced on 17 September their intention to seek the death penalty, citing aggravating factors including the targeting of Kirk for his political beliefs and the presence of children during the shooting. Robinson is currently being held without bail, and his DNA was reportedly found on the trigger of the alleged murder weapon.

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🔎 Brawl At Mamak Over Smoking

🤖A dispute over smoking at a mamak restaurant in Shah Alam escalated into a brawl on 11 September, involving a pregnant woman and her husband. The incident occurred after the man allegedly ignored requests from staff and the couple to stop smoking, eventually blowing smoke towards the pregnant woman. Police are investigating the matter under Section 323 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt and Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act for indecent behaviour.

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🔎 Fattah Amin Weds Amira Othman

🤖Malaysian actor Fattah Amin, 35, and singer Amira Othman, 32, tied the knot in a solemnisation ceremony held in Sepang on 14 September. The wedding, which also coincided with Fattah's 35th birthday, was broadcast live on Malaysia's Inspirasi channel. Amira received a gold bracelet as her dowry, and the ceremony was attended by family, close friends, and several other celebrities.

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🔎 RON95 Subsidy Plan

🤖 The targeted RON95 fuel subsidy mechanism is expected to be finalised by the end of September, with details of its implementation anticipated soon. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan confirmed that the Central Database Hub (PADU) would verify eligibility, alongside a flexible distribution method and clear appeals process. A viral video this week showcased the MyKad verification system at petrol stations, indicating eligibility with a blue tag.

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