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Malaysian Association of America celebrates 57th 'Merdeka' day
The umbrella organisation that represents the interests of Malaysians in the US, held a gala celebration Friday night in Flushing, New York, to mark its 30th anniversary.
Sun Oct 05 2014
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AirAsia offers low fares to domestic, international routes
AirAsia celebrates Malaysias 57th Merdeka with exclusive low fares to domestic and international destinations.
Mon Sep 01 2014
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57th Merdeka day celebration attracts 400,000 spectators - Ahmad Shabery
About 400,000 people flocked to the Dataran Merdeka and its surrounding areas to join the country's 57th Merdeka celebration and watch the Merdeka Day parade.
Mon Sep 01 2014
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The spirit of Malaysia's 57th Merdeka Day parade from the eyes of a photographer
An estimated 400,000 people, comprising people from all walks of life gathered at Dataran Merdeka to celebrate Malaysia's 57th Merdeka Day.
Sun Aug 31 2014
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Malaysia's 57th Merdeka Day
Malaysians celebrated the country's 57th Merdeka Day at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur.
Sun Aug 31 2014
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Malaysians celebrate 57th Merdeka Day in high spirits
Malaysians from all walks of life today celebrated the 57th anniversary of the country's independence in high spirits to face future challenges and bounce back after the MH17 tragedy.
Sun Aug 31 2014
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Google celebrates 57th Merdeka Day with special doodle
Google marked the 57th Merdeka Day with a special doodle made from petals of the 'Hibiscus rosa-sinesis'.
Sun Aug 31 2014
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People take to social media to express Merdeka wishes
The 57th Merdeka celebration wishes decorate most of the social media today reflecting the strong spirit of patriotism despite the nation's sadness over the tragedies over MH17 and MH370.
Sun Aug 31 2014
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Malaysians observed a minute of silence at 57th Merdeka celebration
Malaysians from all walks of life observed a minute of silence in remembrance of those warriors who had sacrificed their lives in the past at the 57th Merdeka celebration today.
Sun Aug 31 2014
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Merdeka Day celebrated on moderated scale but with full of patriotism
Malaysians celebrated Merdeka Day on a moderate scale following the Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 and MH17 tragedies, but the spirit of patriotism was in full bloom at Dataran Merdeka. t
Sun Aug 31 2014
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57th Merdeka Day message by Lim Kit Siang
Lim Kit Siang called on all Malaysians to turn the recent air disasters into a new beginning and forge national unity.
Sat Aug 30 2014
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Inaugural live speech by Najib on Merdeka eve
The Prime Minister is expected to deliver his address live for the first time on the eve of 57th Merdeka anniversary, unlike previously where his speech was recorded in studios and broadcast later.
Fri Aug 29 2014
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Pray for Malaysia
The 57th Merdeka celebrations began with a special prayer programme 'Pray For Malaysia' which was held at Dataran Merdeka on Friday.
Mon Aug 18 2014
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#KitaSama: Share your stories and photos with us!
In conjunction with the country's 57th Merdeka Day celebration, we are seeking your best original content for our #KitaSama initiative.
Sat Aug 16 2014
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57th Merdeka celebrations toned down in respect of MH17, MH370 tragedies
The 57th Merdeka celebrations this year will be toned down in respect of tragedies involving Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 and MH370.
Wed Aug 13 2014