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Ipoh's upcoming Jom Makan Expo 2026 will showcase 12 local food specialties and cultural galleries as part of Merdeka Month celebrations, emphasising food's capacity to unite Malaysia's multi-racial society.
Malaysia's General Operations Force seized RM9.39 million worth of illegal electronic waste in Ipoh, arresting 14 individuals in a major crackdown on smuggling operations targeting hazardous materials.
Police in Perak have opened a murder investigation following the death of a 54-year-old man discovered at a nursing home in Tanjung Rambutan, Ipoh. The case has raised fresh concerns about safety and oversight in residential care facilities.
The hosting of MATTA Connect 2026 in Ipoh underscores Malaysia's commitment to distributing tourism growth beyond traditional hubs, positioning Perak as a leading destination under the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.
Six brothers appeared in Ipoh Magistrate's Court to face serious heroin trafficking charges involving 118.87 grams of the narcotic substance, highlighting ongoing law enforcement efforts against drug networks in Perak.
Police in Ipoh have arrested 12 Chinese nationals in coordinated raids on two call centres running an organised romance scam operation targeting victims in mainland China.
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A married couple connected to illegal lending operations pleaded not guilty to three counts involving petrol bomb attacks in Ipoh, with the case proceeding through the Sessions Court system.