Kuala Lumpur City Hall cancels 2024 Merdeka Eve celebration due to respect and safety concerns.

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has cancelled its 2024 Merdeka Eve celebration on Aug 30th, due to respect for a recent sinkhole victim and the various incidents in the city. DBKL encourages the public to find alternative ways to celebrate Independence Day. (400 characters)