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Coldplay in KL: high Xyloband return rate shows M’sia only behind Denmark, Japan in civic-mindedness – Julie Jalaluddin

This achievement speaks volumes about the character of Malaysian concertgoers. It demonstrates a collective understanding of the importance of small actions in contributing to a larger cause.  

Coldplay’s resonance: a symphony of economic boom, tourist influx for Malaysia 

The Coldplay concert in Malaysia is not merely a musical spectacle, but rather an economic crescendo that the country needed, stakeholders covering a range of industries said. 

Coldplay ticket scam victims get full refund from scammers following KL concert

In an exclusive interview with Scoop, one of the victims, who opted to remain anonymous, revealed that he and a group of friends purchased tickets from the scammer they had unknowingly befriended through a mutual acquaintance several months prior. 

Coldplay plays by the rules, thanks authorities during concert

Complying with local rules, British rock band Coldplay showed that it could put on an extraordinary performance without having to tread on local sensitivities and values.

A sky full of stars: Coldplay concert a success amid divisive Malaysian politics 

British rock band Coldplay’s first concert in Malaysia safely concluded despite much brouhaha over whether or not the event should be allowed to take place amid concerns over morality and the Israel-Palestine war.  

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