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A Myanmar national appeared in Butterworth Sessions Court charged with causing grievous hurt to a fellow countryman during an incident last week. The court remanded him in custody pending verification of identification documents.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will present HAWANA journalism prizes and special awards to media professionals at the PICCA Convention Centre in Butterworth, recognising outstanding contributions to the profession.
The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 concert in Butterworth attracted diverse audiences on its opening night, featuring performances by popular local bands Pasca Sini, Sakura Band, and Exists at the PICCA Convention Centre.
A Butterworth court has imposed RM5,000 fines on three security guards for extorting a cardholder registered with the UN Refugee Agency, signalling stricter enforcement against those who prey on vulnerable populations.