25 April 2026 TANJUNG MALIM: Deputy Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick said the Bahasa Kadazandusun (BKD) programme at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) has successfully produced 431 graduates and is set to expand to other Sabah ethnic languages. Ewon, who is also Sabah's Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport, said the achievement proves the effectiveness of efforts to elevate that ethnic language through higher education, introduced since 2

25 April 2026 MEDAN, Indonesia: Malaysia has firmly established itself as a premier destination for Indonesian patients seeking prompt, dependable healthcare. After its previous major outreach in 2022, Malaysia Healthcare returns to Medan this year, rekindling ties with a community that regards Malaysian hospitals as the gold standard for second opinions and specialised treatments. Malaysian hospitals are renowned for their internationally accredited facilities, expert specia

25 April 2026 TAMBUNAN: Local author from the interior, Ramlee Jalimin Jainin (RJJ), 67, known by his pen name Tinta Dewata, donated six copies of his works to Sabah State Library Director George Yih Ching Yaw at the recent Gempak Literacy Carnival in Tambunan. The handover supports efforts to promote reading culture and preserve local writings as intellectual heritage for future generations. Born in 1959 in Kampung Bayangan, Keningau, Ramlee is a retired teacher with a Diplo

25 April 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Amid global economic turbulence and rapid industry shifts, the insurance sector is evolving from risk mitigation to holistic financial planning. With rising medical costs, ageing populations, and post-pandemic risks, demand grows for trusted advisors who guide clients through lifelong journeys. The 28th National Chinese Life Insurance Congress, themed "Strengthening Foundations, Moving Forward Steadily" opened yesterday at Sunway Pyramid Conventio

25 April 2026 BINTULU: Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) Minister Datuk Tiong King Sing called for aggressive action against rising drug abuse among youth while celebrating Sarawak's cultural heritage at a Pre-Gawai event with the N.69 Kemena Community last night. "I was delighted to join the Pre-Gawai MOTAC Programme," Tiong said, noting the large turnout as a sign of "the spirit of unity and deep affection for Sarawak's culture and heritage." He stressed the event's role in

25 April 2026 SANDAKAN: Anzac Day pays tribute not only to the prisoners of war (POWs) who suffered and perished during the Second World War (WWII) but also to countless others, including local Sabahans, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. "Today, as we reflect on the shared histories of Australia, Britain, and Malaysia, we recognise that the bonds between our peoples were forged not only through conflict but also through compassion." "The legacy of those wh

24 April 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Many Malaysians falter in saving and planning for retirement, often postponing key decisions until it's too late to recover. Despite robust support from the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), private schemes, and advisors, retirement readiness lags. With 2025 inflation at 3.2%, a comfortable nest egg now demands RM1.5–2 million. Yet EPF data shows just 10.2% of contributors will hit the RM1.3 million benchmark by age 60. "If knowledge is improving, wh

24 April 2026 PULU, Suluwesi: In Malaysia, natural oils, aromatherapy, and plant-based body care are gaining popularity as consumers seek safer, greener alternatives rooted in nature. But can products linked to relaxation and self-care also mend damaged land? This question grows urgent amid booming demand for natural ingredients and traditional knowledge. The Asia Pacific market for such products is forecast to hit USD 3.94 billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 8.26%—coveri