13 February 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has extended his congratulations to Tarique Rahman and the Bangladesh Nationalist Party following their emphatic victory in the recent general election, describing the outcome as a triumph of democracy. In a Facebook post, Anwar said the people of Bangladesh had spoken clearly at the ballot box after navigating a period marked by extraordinary challenges. "Malaysia looks forward to working with the new Bangladeshi le

13 February 2026 TANJUNG MALIM, Perak: Sabah students, particularly those studying outside the state, must stay informed about the initiatives and developments undertaken by the state government. The Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said students should make a personal effort to understand what is being implemented in Sabah and not be influenced by inaccurate narratives circulating elsewhere regarding the state administration. According to him, it is

13 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Government is stepping up enforcement against unlicensed tourism premises in Semporna, with firm action to be taken against operators who fail to comply with existing regulations. State Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Jafry Ariffin, said the Ministry views the matter seriously and has moved to tighten enforcement following a review of the situation in the district. Speaking after chairing a Task Force meeting at th

13 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: As the Fire Horse Lunar Year unfolds, wellness advocate Cleopatra Lajawai believes the season offers more than celebration, it offers an invitation to pause. “The Fire Horse is often associated with dynamic energy,” she said. “But this year, it reminds us that strength must be grounded. Intention must come before movement.” According to Cleopatra who is the Chief executive officer (CEO) of AEI Wellness Sdn Bhd dan QiMag Wholistic Professionals

12 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Wildlife Department has taken enforcement action following reports of a Sun Bear being kept at a public attraction and the possession of bear parts in Lahad Datu. The department received a complaint on 11 February regarding a Facebook video showing a Sun Bear at a public venue. Acting on the tip-off, officers conducted a raid on 12 February under the Wildlife Conservation Enactment 1997 (WCE 1997). The operation uncovered a Sun Bear c

12 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Skin Cancer Conference (SSCC) 2026 is set to take place at the Shangri-La Hotel, Tanjung Aru, bringing together healthcare professionals and experts in dermatology and oncology for a comprehensive scientific meeting focused on skin cancer care. Scheduled for 4 July 2026, the conference will feature a series of lectures covering current developments, clinical advances and multidisciplinary approaches in the detection, management and pr

12 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) should review and revitalise its sister city agreements with cities worldwide. Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai whose portfolio includes overseeing DBKK, said Kota Kinabalu could better leverage its international partnerships to enhance its standing as a vibrant tourism hub while promoting cultural exchange and urban economic growth. Citing China, Sabah’s largest tourism market, as

12 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has reached a historic milestone in neurosurgical care with the successful performance of an awake brain aneurysm clipping procedure, one of the most advanced brain operations ever undertaken in Borneo. The high-risk and highly specialised surgery was carried out on 6 February 2026 through a collaboration between Hospital Queen Elizabeth II (HQE II) and Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). The procedure was led by Consultant Neurosurgeon (Dr