28 April 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Luyang Assemblyman Samuel Wong Tshun Chuen highlighted that Sabah boasts strong natural attractions but lacks diversified products and innovative tourism offerings. This results in shorter visitor stays and low repeat VISITS, he said. He advocated expanding the sector beyond traditional attractions by developing new segments such as food festivals, agritourism, sports tourism, cultural events, and e-sports. He also suggested positioning Sabah as a

28 April 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The government should diversify the designs of the Rumah Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) package, including multi-storey house designs. State Assemblyman (ADUN) for N.24 Tanjung Keramat, Shah Alfie Yahya (SAY), said this is due to issues involving land allocation or limited plot sizes, particularly in Sabah’s West Coast areas. “For coastal fringe areas with extremely limited land space, I suggest that the Ministry of Rural Development clarify plans to dive

28 April 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Newly appointed State Assemblyman (ADUN), Datuk Abdul Kassim Jali @ Razali, proposes the establishment of an El Niño and Gulf War Crisis Management Council as an immediate step to address simultaneous pressures on the state’s economy and food supply. He said the need arises from current developments showing that crisis risks are no longer merely possibilities, but increasingly approaching reality with direct impacts on Sabah’s people. According to

28 April 2026 KENINGAU: Yazid Mohd Hasnan Tawik @ Charles was unanimously elected as Chairman of the Organising Committee for the Maktab Perguruan Kent Tuaran Reunion for the 1976–1985 sessions. The former General Secretary of the college's student association in 1981, who also served as Assistant General Secretary in 1980—was chosen during the committee formation meeting.. Keningau was selected as this year's host following a decision from last year's meeting in the Federal

28 April 2026 PENAMPANG: Penampang MP Datuk Ewon Benedick has channelled a donation totalling RM70,000 to the Kadazandusun Language Foundation (KLF) and the Penampang Pensioners' Association to support community programmes on language and welfare in the district. The Deputy Minister III and Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship, and Transport said the allocation is hoped to help realise the various initiatives planned by the recipients. “I am presenting a dona

28 April 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: After sparking a massive wave of nostalgia in Indonesia with Aloka's The Journey Continues, Peterpan's iconic legacy is now heading to Malaysia. This electrifying concert will revive the music that united millions, delivering an emotional rollercoaster of memories for fans. Set for 11 July 2026 at Idea Live Arena, it promises a night where audiences don't just watch – they relive first loves, losses, hopes, and life's milestones through Peterpan's

27 April 2026 KOTA KINABALU: As part of a new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Maxim E-hailing has launched a collaboration with several health clinics across Kota Kinabalu, marked by a recent presentation ceremony to bolster community healthcare facilities. This long-term partnership aims to improve comfort and accessibility for clinic visitors by providing essential seating in waiting areas. Maxim E-hailing has donated 14 sets of chairs to seven clinics, in

27 April 2026 SANDAKAN: Vision Primary School Sandakan has achieved a significant milestone by securing the Best Poster Award at Science Castle Singapore 2026, held on 15 April at the Woodlands Library, Singapore. Science Castle, an Asia-wide platform established in Osaka, Japan, is traditionally tailored for secondary and high school students. Given this, the participation and victory of the team from Vision Primary represent an exceptional achievement. Competing against old