15 May 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Kibing Group together with Changsha University of Science and Technology, with the support of Universiti Malaysia Sabah, is offering Malaysian students the opportunity to pursue their studies in China through the Chinese Government’s “Silk Road” Full Scholarship Programme for the 2026 intake. The prestigious programme offers full sponsorship to five undergraduate students and between five and 10 postgraduate students in fields related to new energy

15 May 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: While the value of cars, homes, and investments is often carefully assessed, the real cost of absence is rarely recognised. Today, Volvo Car Malaysia introduces the Selamat Calculator, an interactive reflection tool developed in partnership with Mr Money TV, designed to emphasise the weight of one’s absence and everything it entails. As part of its lifelong commitment to safety, Volvo continues its Selamat mission to empower and educate Malaysian dri

15 May 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Community Development Leaders Unit (UPPM), Office of the Chief Minister (JKM) Headquarters, held an engagement session with Sabah Electricity and district UPPM representatives from the Sepanggar Parliamentary constituency, Kota Kinabalu, Penampang and Papar at the UPPM Meeting Room, Level 5, Block A, Menara Kinabalu, today. The session was attended by UPPM Director Datuk Haji Awang Kadin Tang and Sabah Electricity Chief Executive Officer Datuk I

15 May 2026 KENINGAU: The chairman of the Bingkor Welfare Association Yazid Mohd Hasnan Tawik @ Charles, described Sabah Electricity (SE) Keningau’s open approach and willingness to visit the ground to explain the recent surge in electricity bills as a positive step that could ease public concern. He said his meeting with SE officers recently allowed members of the public to understand the issue properly and enabled the utility to hear customers’ views and complaints first

15 May 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Tulid State Assemblyman Jordan Jude Ellron has responded to a social media post he described as excessive and damaging to his reputation, particularly regarding perceptions about women. He said the negative allegations or portrayals aimed at him were completely untrue and did not reflect his real background. He explained that he is the youngest child and the only son in a family with four sisters. “I was raised and loved by five women throughout my

6 May 2026 TAMBUNAN: A basket weaving programme aimed at preserving traditional craftsmanship while promoting modern innovation was officially launched at Kg Morondom here today. The event highlighted the cultural and economic significance of the craft in Sabah was attended by 60 participants Speaking at the event, the guest of honour Datin Juliana Janni, Patron of the Tambunan Single Mothers’ Association emphasised that traditional weaving, encompassing items such as mats,

5 May 2026 SANDAKAN: The development of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) must be aligned with industry needs. Sungai Manila state assemblyman Datuk Hazem Mubarak Tun Musa said this is to ensure TVET students can secure employment after completing their studies. “This is the real purpose when I raised the issue of TVET at the previous State Legislative Assembly sitting,” he told the media here today. Earlier, Hazem officiated a training course on fertigat

5 May 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III, Datuk Ewon Benedick, will lead a state delegation on a working visit and trade mission to China from today (5 May) until 11 May. Ewon, who is also Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport (MINDET), is scheduled to attend and deliver a speech at the Dalian–Sabah Investment and Trade Forum. During the programme, he is expected to witness the signing of five Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and