Village chiefs should carry out duties responsibly, says Tiong
SIBU: Community leaders and village chiefs need to carry out their duties responsibly and provide service to all regardless of political background, Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing says.
Veteran Sabah civil servant Simon Sipaun passes away at 88
KOTA KINABALU: Tan Sri Simon Sipaun, one of Sabah's most prominent former civil servants and a long-time advocate of state rights, has died. He was 88.
Sabah to look into claims of Semporna accommodations being owned by foreigners, says Jafry
KOTA KINABALU: The state government is looking into claims that 81 accommodation premises in Sabah's East coast diving haven in Semporna were under foreign ownership.
OPTR offers 20% discount as Sabah electricity tariffs rise
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah businesses facing higher electricity costs following the Feb 1 tariff revision may find some relief through the Off Peak Tariff Rider (OPTR) scheme, which offers up to a 20% discount on electricity usage during off-peak hours.
Sarawak polls expected after Gawai Dayak celebration, says SUPP veep
SIBU: The Sarawak election is expected to be called after the Gawai Dayak celebration, with political parties already stepping up early preparations in anticipation of the polls, says Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) vice-president Datuk Michael Tiang.
Borneo's 'Durian Merah' can be the next big thing if developed properly, says Kuamut rep
KOTA KINABALU: Borneo's exotic "Durian Merah" has the potential to become a new popular food product in the country and also be developed into an agro-tourism product, says Kuamut assemblyman Datuk Masiung Banah.
10-year-old weightlifter shows grit beyond age
KUCHING: A 10-year-old boy stole the limelight at Dewan Panglima Rentap in Betong when he hoisted the barbells in a weightlifting competition.
Sabah's 'Kongsi Raya' event a celebration of unity, says Hajiji
KOTA KINABALU: A three-day carnival held here ahead of Chinese New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri is not merely a combination of festive celebrations but a manifestation of mutual respect, togetherness and affection that has long been part of the way of life for the people of Sabah, says Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
Restaurant manager nabbed for hiring Chinese nationals without work permits
KOTA KINABALU: A local woman was arrested for allegedly employing nine Chinese nationals without valid work permits at a restaurant in Labuan.
New minister names forest protection as top 100-day KPI
KOTA KINABALU: Forest protection operations are among the 100-day Key Performance Indicators (KPI) set by newly appointed Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup to underscore the urgency of safeguarding the country's biodiversity.
