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Sabah-S’wak power grid boosts energy security
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah and Sarawak marked a significant breakthrough in regional energy cooperation on Saturday with the official energisation of the 275kV Sabah–Sarawak Power Grid Interconnection. The interconnection, which was successfully implemented...
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Sabahans must fill top federal jobs — CM
KOTA KINABALU: Qualified Sabahans must secure more high-ranking positions within the federal civil service, including roles based in Putrajaya, said the Chief Minister. Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said Sabahans must be more open and prepared to...
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Stronger BN-GRS coop to ensure Sabah stability
KINABATANGAN: Cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) must continue to be strengthened to ensure Sabah enjoys political stability, which in turn will drive the state’s development, said BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad...
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New framework for public-private partnership
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah State Cabinet approved the establishment of the State Public-Private Partnership and Concession Project Management Committee, a move aimed at strengthening oversight and streamlining joint public-private initiatives in the...
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Discharge duties with integrity — CM
KOTA KINABALU: Community development leaders (PPM) must discharge their duties with integrity,astheyrepresentthestate government in their respective constituencies, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. He said those serving in...
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King calls for all-out fight against corruption
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has expressed firm resolve to wage an all-out fight against corruption, stressing that no individual should be shielded from legal action. His Majesty said efforts to combat corruption must...
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New plan strengthens World Heritage site
KOTA KINABALU: The launch of the new Kinabalu Park World Heritage Site Management Plan marks a major milestone in Sabah’s commitment to protecting one of its most treasured natural assets, said State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk...
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Govt eyes 50 pct ruminant self-sufficient by 2030
KINABATANGAN: The government is committed to raising Malaysia’s self-sufficiency rate (SSR) for ruminant livestock from the current 20 per cent to 50 per cent by 2030, according to Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. He...
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Leaders’ duty to spread govt’s achievements
KOTA KINABALU: The onus falls upon community development leaders (PPMs) to explain government’s achievements to the people in their respective areas. In pointing this out, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor observed that many achievements...
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CM Hajiji leads Sabah delegation to Madani Government 2026 Retreat in Bangi
KUALA LUMPUR: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor led a state delegation to the 2026 Madani Government Retreat at the EPF Learning Centre Bangi in Selangor last weekend. Accompanying him were Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Seri Panglima Dr...
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Papar MP reports suspected water sabotage
KINARUT: Papar MP Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali has lodged a police report requesting an investigation into deliberate sabotage of water supply and infrastructure, following disruptions that have left residents facing ongoing water shortages. The report was...
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Water shortages test Tanzania’s climate resilience
DAR ES SALAAM: Prisca Ntaula, the mother of a seven-year-old boy, has not slept properly for weeks. A resident of Temboni on the outskirts of Tanzania’s commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, she now spends most of her days and nights thinking about where...
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Flood situation worsens as evacuees rise to 619
KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood evacuees in Sabah has risen, with 619 residents from 220 households currently sheltered in four temporary relief centres (PPS) across the state. According to the Sabah Disaster Command Centre (SDCC), Beaufort remains...
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Flood victims: Rise in Sabah; drop in Sarawak and Johor
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 607 flood victims are still taking shelter at temporary relief centres (PPS) in three states, with Sabah recording an increase on Sunday afternoon. In Sabah, the State Disaster Management Committee (JBPN) announced that the...
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Ewon calls for unity to strengthen Penampang
KOTA KINABALU: Past challenges, including floods and political differences, should serve as a reminder for leaders and residents in Penampang to unite in building a stronger and more competitive district, said Penampang Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk...
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Visit Malaysia 2026 kicks off with New Year Countdown Festival
KUALA LUMPUR: The Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign officially kicked off with the staging of the Visit Malaysia 2026 Countdown Festival, a largescale New Year’s Eve celebration held in vibrant fashion on Wednesday night at Pavilion Kuala...
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Happy New Year
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Cruise vessels return to Kudat
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd (SPSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Suria Capital Holdings Berhad, proudly marks a significant milestone in Sabah’s cruise tourism sector with the successful return of cruise activities to Kudat Port, highlighted by...
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Labuan Customs seizes 55 vehicles worth RM7.12 mln
LABUAN: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Labuan seized 55 vehicles worth RM7.12 million, including taxes, following a series of enforcement operations in Sabah and Sarawak from January - Dec 29 this year. Labuan Customs director Aspaila...
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Telecommunications tower fire affects service coverage
IPOH: A Maxis telecommunications tower caught fire in an incident at its Sungai Perak substation area in Kampung Kelebor, Kuala Kangsar on Saturday. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) acting assistant director of operations Shazlean Mohd Hanafiah...
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Government to roll out social media regulatory sandbox from Jan 1
PUTRAJAYA: The government will roll out a regulatory sandbox programme from Jan 1 to assess child protection mechanisms and ensure consumer safety in the digital space ahead of full-scale enforcement. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said...
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Sindumin election petition filed
KOTA KINABALU: An election petition was filed at the Kota Kinabalu Court Complex here on Friday (Dec 26) at 2.30pm, seeking to annul the Sindumin State Constituency result in the 17th Sabah State Election held on Nov 29, 2025. The petition was filed...
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Merry Christmas
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Merry Christmas
The management and staff of THE BORNEO POST wish all our readers and advertisers Merry Christmas. We are taking a break today and tomorrow. Your favourite newspaper will be available as usual on Saturday and you can stay updated on the latest news on...
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Court rejects Najib’s bid over alleged house arrest addendum
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court here Monday dismissed the judicial review application by Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak over the addendum order allegedly authorising the former prime minister to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house...
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Ahmad Zahid: BN open to rebranding in line with current developments
BUTTERWORTH: Barisan Nasional (BN) is prepared to undertake rebranding or form a new entity, in line with the current political landscape and the constraints of the coalition’s constitutional provisions. BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi...
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Couple killed in accident, daughter survives
BEAUFORT: A husband and wife were killed while their eight-year-old daughter survived in a road accident along Kuala Penyu/Bandau Road, near Pantai Pimping, here on Friday. Christin Paun, 50, and his wife Marlyne Gumin, 42, were killed instantly when...
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Hajiji: Sabah welcomes Chinese investors
KOTA KINABALU: The State Government always welcomes foreign investors, especially from the People’s Republic of China, to explore strategic investment opportunities in Sabah to boost economic growth and sustainable development. Chief Minister Datuk...
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Unprofitable GLCs face the axe
KOTA KINABALU: Governmentlinked companies (GLCs) found not performing for five consecutive years will be placed under review and may face a shutdown order, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor. The Chief Minister said any GLC...
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Six deputy ministers promoted
KUALA LUMPUR: Six deputy ministers and one new face were appointed as full ministers in the MADANI Government administration on Tuesday. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, speaking at a special media conference on the Cabinet reshuffle involving...
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Kunak assemblyman sworn in as assistant minister
KOTA KINABALU: Kunak assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Anil Sandhu was sworn in as Assistant Minister of Youth Development, Sports Advancement and Creative Economy on Monday. The swearing-in ceremony, which began at 10am, was held before the Yang di-Pertua...
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Sabah woman sells rare Pokémon cards to join Sumud Flotilla mission
KUALA LUMPUR: Letting go of something you love is never easy, especially when it carries memories and has sentimental value. But it was different for Sabahborn Ayesha Assilla Watuna, who was willing to sell her personal collection of rare,...
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Sabah energy transition enters new phase
KOTA KINABALU: The commissioning of the 275kV Sabah–Sarawak Interconnection marks a strategic milestone in strengthening electricity supply security and powering Sabah’s future. Through this cross-border transmission link, Sabah is now able to tap...
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Sabah tables RM6.4b Budget for 2026
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah will enter 2026 with a modest surplus, a development Finance Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun describes as a testament to the State Government’s commitment to prudent financial management while placing the people’s...
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BUDGET BOOK
DeputyChiefMinisterIIDatukSeriPanglimaMasidiManjun,whoisalsoSabah’sFinanceMinister,receivedandconductedthefinalreviewofthe2026Budget Book, themed “Driving Development, Prioritising the People’s Well-Being”, that will be tabled at the Sabah State...
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Sepanggar Port congestion being addressed — Ewon
KOTA KINABALU: The congestion issue at the Teluk Sepanggar Container Port is being addressed through efforts to upgrade and increase the capacity of the port’s infrastructure, said Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick. The state...
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Ewon: Sabah Investment Plan to be integrated into SMJ 2.0 Roadmap
KINABALU: Deputy Chief Minister III cum Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport, Datuk Ewon Benedick, said the proposed Sabah Investment Plan (SIP) by Invest Sabah will be brought to his ministry before being submitted as an...
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PM: All Sabah election pledges to be fulfilled
PUTRAJAYA: The government will ensure that all election pledges made during the 17th Sabah General Election, particularly those relating to infrastructure improvements, are implemented starting this month, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said...
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40 pct revenue: Govt to finalise technical parameters next month, says Anwar
KOTA KINABALU: The federal government will finalise the technical parameters for Sabah’s long-standing 40 per cent revenue entitlement by midJanuary, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar emphasised that clarity on the formula is...
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Bung Moktar laid to rest at Kampung Likas Muslim Cemetery
KOTA KINABALU: The remains of Kinabatangan Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin were laid to rest at the Kampung Likas Muslim Cemetery here at 2.25 pm on Friday. A light drizzle began soon after the burial, creating a calm and subdued...
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Tei, Shamsul Iskandar charged with corruption
KUALA LUMPUR: Businessman Albert Tei Jiann Cheing and former Senior Political Secretary to the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin were separately charged in the Sessions Court here on Thursday over alleged bribery involving the...
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‘Sabah to firmly pursue 40% revenue claim’
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s claim to 40 per cent of its revenue will be pursuedfirmly,withnocompromise on constitutional provisions, said Deputy Chief Minister cum Finance Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun. He said this when met by reporters at...
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17 new assistant ministers sworn in
KOTA KINABALU: Seventeen new assistant ministers, who include four independent assemblymen, were sworn in at Istana Seri Kinabalu on Tuesday in a ceremony officiated by the Yang di-Pertua Negeri, Tun Dr Musa Aman. The new appointees represent Gabungan...
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Hajiji: New Cabinet will drive state’s progress
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor is confident that every member of the State Cabinet who has been appointed possesses the experience and capability to lead their respective ministries towards greater progress for the state...
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Hajiji gains commanding edge
KOTA KINABALU: A day after the 17th Sabah state election, several parties have declared their support for Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) led by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, further strengthening the coalition’s position to form a government with...
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Intense negotiations to form new government
KOTA KINABALU: Negotiations to form a new Sabah state government following the state election are actively taking place at several locations in the city on Saturday night. As of 11 pm, the Election Commission (EC) has officially announced the results...
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PM: MA63 commitments already delivered
KOTA KINABALU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reminded Sabah voters that his administration has already delivered key development commitments under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), with billions of ringgit in federal-funded projects now in...
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PM: e-Invoice, SST to be enhanced
SANDAKAN: The federal government will improve the implementation of the e-Invoice system and the Sales and Service Tax (SST) to better support small businesses. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that while the introduction of the eInvoice...
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Early voter turnout at 92.5 pct
KOTA KINABALU: The early voter turnout for the 17th Sabah state election on Tuesday is at 92.5 per cent, or 17,615 voters. Election Commission (EC) secretary Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus said early voters consisted of armed forces personnel and their...
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24,426 military, police personnel and spouses vote today
KOTA KINABALU: The heat of the 17th Sabah State Election is increasingly being felt, as a total of 24,426 early voters are set to cast their ballots today. Of the total, 11,697 early voters comprise military personnel and their spouses, while the...
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Sabah PH’s eight key commitments
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Pakatan Harapan (PH) has launched eight key commitments it hopes will define a new direction for the state should the coalition secure the mandate in the upcoming 17th State Election. The commitments, unveiled on Sunday, were...
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GRS contesting 55 seats
KOTA KINABALU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) will be contesting in 55 seats in the coming state election. Its chairman, Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor, only announced the names of 51 candidates on Wednesday, saying that the remaining four will be...
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Perikatan Nasional to contest 41 seats
PENAMPANG: Perikatan Nasional (BN) Sabah has announced its intention to contest in 41 seats this coming state election. PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said 33 of the candidates are from Bersatu, five from PAS and three from Gerakan. Speaking to...
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UPKO withdraws from PH
KOTA KINABALU: United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) has officially withdrawn from Pakatan Harapan (PH) to realign its political direction with the “Sabah First” struggle that has long formed the foundation of its leadership and...
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I’ve done my best as prime minister — Anwar
KOTA KINABALU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he has done his very best since assuming office, emphasising that his administration has increased development allocations for Sabah more than any previous government. Speaking at the...
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Ewon resigns from Cabinet
KOTA KINABALU: Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick has announced his resignation from the Federal Cabinet, citing a matter of principle over the Federal Government’s stance on Sabah’s 40 percent revenue...
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Sabah’s 40% entitlement must be honoured — GRS
KOTA KINABALU: The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) Presidential Council has appealed to Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Federal Government not to appeal the High Court’s 17 October 2025 decision affirming Sabah’s constitutional right to the...
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Give GRS mandate for stronger devt — Hajiji
MENUMBOK: The people of Sabah are urged to give their mandate to Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to enable the government to continue implementing development programmes planned under the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) development plan. Chief Minister Datuk Seri...
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DAP to announce candidates Nov 8
SANDAKAN: Sabah DAP will announce its list of candidates for the 17th Sabah State Election in Kota Kinabalu on Saturday (Nov 8). Sabah DAP deputy chairman Datuk Chan Foong Hin said the party is prepared and confident of the capabilities of all...
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Early completion of bridge sets new benchmark for Sabah infrastructure
PENAMPANG: The Member of Parliament for Penampang, Datuk Ewon Benedick, has hailed the early completion of the Timpangoh-Babagon Bridge Project — finished seven months ahead of schedule — as an outstanding achievement and a new benchmark for...
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Hajiji: GRS finalizes candidates
KOTA KINABALU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is expected to announce its candidates for the 17th Sabah state election on Nov 11 or 12. Its chairman, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, who is also Sabah Chief Minister, said the list of candidates for GRS has been...
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SMK Lutong Miri’s Hopecore crowned national champion at Shell NXplorers Malaysia 2025
KUCHING: Team Hopecore from SMK Lutong, Miri, brought pride to Sarawak after being crowned national champion at the Shell NXplorers Malaysia 2025 competition held here on Saturday. Competing against five other teams nationwide, Hopecore impressed the...
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‘GRS to contest all agreed seats’
KOTA KINABALU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) will field candidates in all the constituencies negotiated and agreed upon with Pakatan Harapan (PH) for the upcoming Sabah elections – regardless of any overlapping claims – said GRS secretarygeneral Datuk...
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Sabah formalises 25 pct stake in Petronas PFLNG 3
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has formalised the acquisition of 25 per cent equity in Petronas PFLNG 3 Sdn Bhd, a move that further strengthened the synergy between the national petroleum company and the state, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji...
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Sabah also benefits from trade deal – Chan
KOTA KINABALU: Deputy Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Chan Foong Hin has dismissed claims that the Malaysia-US Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART 2025) sidelines Sabah and Sarawak, stressing that the deal benefits all states...
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Speaker warns MPs against insulting civil servants in Dewan Rakyat
KUALA LUMPUR: Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul on Wednesday issued a stern warning to members of parliament (MPs) against insulting civil servants during debates, stressing that action will be taken against anyone who does so. Johari said MPs...
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Mount Kinabalu sets record with M’sia’s highest Kiblat direction monument
KOTA KINABALU: Mount Kinabalu is not only a proud landmark of Sabah and a worldrenowned climbing destination but has now made history with the installation of a Kiblat direction monument at KM8 of the mountain, officially recognised by the Malaysia...
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Trump hails Malaysia as a ‘great, very vibrant country’
KUALA LUMPUR: The United States President Donald Trump has described Malaysia as “a great, very vibrant country” after concluding his two-day visit here for the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits. In a post on his Truth Social account on Monday,...
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Money politics resurfacing, warns Jeffrey
KOTA KINABALU: Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STARSabah) president Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Jeffrey Kitingan has sounded the alarm over what he described as the return of “money politics” in Sabah ahead of the coming state election. Speaking to reporters...
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Asean Legacy Tunnel takes leaders on journey through history and regional progress
Traversing a virtual waterfall and tunnel, national leaders attending the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) will have the opportunity to see and appreciate the history and development of the bloc since...
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Fourth crocodile caught in Tawau after fatal attack
TAWAU: A massive five-metre (17-foot) crocodile was captured in Kampung Pangkalan Asli, Merotai, marking the fourth such capture within 24 hours. This urgent action was taken in response to a series of livestock attacks and a fatal crocodile encounter...
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Anti-Bullying Tribunal can resolve cases within a year, says Azalina
KOTA KINABALU: Bullying cases that once dragged on for nearly a decade could soon be resolved in less than a year under the proposed Anti-Bullying Tribunal, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri...
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RM1.5 million drugs seized, seven arrested in Semporna, KK
KOTA KINABALU: Police arrested seven individuals and seized drugs worth more than RM1.5 million in a series of raids carried out in Semporna and around the state capital. Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun said the first arrest took place on...
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UPKO to contest more than two seats
PAPAR: The United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) has identified more than two constituencies it plans to contest in the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election. “We have identified several constituencies — I can tell you it’s more than two. This...
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Sabah communities celebrate Deepavali joyously
KOTA KINABALU: The joyous celebration of Deepavali in Sabah can clearly be felt, with people from various races and religions coming together to join the festivities at the Sri Pasupathinath Alayam here on Monday. Despite being far away from their...
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