{
  "id": 17392002,
  "title": "Jom Heboh carnival draws bigger crowds on second day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/jom-heboh-carnival-draws-bigger-crowds-on-second-day",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T11:08:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1567731/jom-heboh-carnival-draws-bigger-crowds-second-day"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Johor Baru residents and visitors from Singapore flocked to the Jom Heboh Carnival (KHJ) Johor Baru 2026 event at Angsana Johor Baru Mall on its second day. Early arrivals at Padang B began as early as 9am, and the crowd continued to swell towards late morning and early afternoon. The carnival's popularity is expected to persist throughout the night and into tomorrow.\n\nHousewife Shalizawati Sapar, 44, from Batu Pahat, brought her four children to the carnival as a reward for their recent school examinations. Her children looked forward to attending the carnival each year, especially since their exams were over. The timing made it a perfect opportunity for a family outing. Shalizawati's husband was also away, so she and her family departed Batu Pahat early that morning.\n\nThe Jom Heboh Carnival offers a range of attractions, including sales booths, performances by local artistes, family activities, and discounts on daily essentials. Recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records as the Longest Running Outdoor Carnival, the three-day event aims to continue its success. Media Prima Omnia's chief operating officer, Datuk Efendi Omar, praised the favorable weather, which spurred more visitors to attend. He expressed hope that the strong turnout would continue until tomorrow's evening. Tonight, a concert featuring popular artistes will entertain the audience.",
  "summary": "JOHOR BARU: The second day of the Jom Heboh Carnival (KHJ) Johor Baru 2026 at Angsana Johor Baru Mall here continued to draw large crowds today.",
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}