Top 5 News Recap: From KL Road Closures To A Schoolboy On Horseback
Here's your bite-sized roundup of the most talked-about stories today.
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1. Major Traffic Disruptions Expected Near KLCC Ahead Of ASEAN Ministers' Meeting
Brace for traffic snarls starting next week as roads within a 1km radius of KLCC, and major arteries leading into the city, will face closures ahead of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting from July 8 to 11. Authorities advise motorists to plan alternate routes and expect delays.
2. Gang Rivalry Behind Klang Businessman's Murder, Say Police
Selangor police have confirmed that a feud between rival gangs led to the recent fatal shooting of a businessman in Meru. Two suspects have been arrested, with investigators describing the incident as a calculated hit, not a random attack.
3. Thai Teen Rides Horse To School, Wins Hearts Across The Region
A 15-year-old student from central Thailand has become a viral sensation for commuting to school on horseback. Theeraphat "Ten" Ransaworanan and his stallion "Sunny" have trotted their way into the public's imagination, proving that not all school runs need petrol.
4. Man Narrowly Escapes Gunfire In Brazen Penang School Shooting
A man sitting in his vehicle outside a Penang school had a brush with death when two masked gunmen opened fire at close range. His quick reflexes, combined with a dark-tinted window, likely saved his life. The shooters fled the scene, and police are on the hunt.
5. Tengku Maimun Retires: A Look Back At The CJ's Landmark Rulings
Malaysia's first female Chief Justice, Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, wrapped up a six-year tenure marked by high-profile cases, digital reform, and an unwavering defence of judicial independence. Legal observers are calling her era one of quiet strength and systemic change.
