{
  "id": 3397415,
  "title": "MSSM football, Scout Jamboree prepare for worsening haze in Penang",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/mssm-football-scout-jamboree-prepare-for-worsening-haze-in-penang",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T01:21:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/08/1518845/mssm-football-scout-jamboree-prepare-worsening-haze-penang"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Penang is preparing contingency measures for two major events starting on August 28 as the state grapples with worsening haze conditions. The Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) national football competition and International Scout Jamboree are both set to commence on the same day. Penang Education Department director Mohamad Dziauddin Mat Saad revealed that contingency plans have been discussed with the Education Ministry, which is making preparations for potential worsening weather conditions. One option under consideration is adjusting the football competition schedule based on air quality readings, as the Air Pollutant Index (API) may be lower in the morning, allowing for morning activities. Discussions are ongoing with relevant ministry divisions to consider schedule adjustments if necessary. The International Scout Jamboree, expected to attract around 5,000 participants, is also taking precautionary measures. The national scout organisation is expected to establish a war room to monitor and manage the haze situation, prioritizing the welfare and safety of participants. Penang's Education Department has activated its own war room since August 13 to continuously monitor API readings from four stations in the state. The 15th Malaysian Scout Jamboree will be held at Bandar Cassia, Batu Kawan, and is expected to be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN: Penang is preparing contingency measures for two major events beginning Aug 28 as the state monitors worsening haze conditions and their potential impact on participants.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}