5 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah State Government has launched the Sabah Timber Legality Assurance System Plus (Sabah TLAS+) Booklet, underscoring the state’s commitment to responsible trade, forest conservation and leadership in the global green economy. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said Sabah TLAS+ is the first system of its kind worldwide to comprehensively integrate legal compliance, the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) deforesta

5 February 2026 SANDAKAN: Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Vice-President Chong Thien Ming has expressed full support for the Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS) President’s proposal to reorganise and restructure the existing Pasar Dinihari by relocating it to Pasar Borong Ramai-Ramai. Chong said the move was not made hastily but was the outcome of months of careful planning and detailed consideration. He noted that the proposal had been thoroughly studied, with both its benefits

4 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is set to receive international attention as Mrs Julia Morley CBE, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Miss World Organisation, and Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata lead the Beauty With a Purpose Tour in Sabah 2026, a humanitarian and community outreach mission taking place from 4 to 10 February 2026. One of the key highlights of the visit is a Beauty With a Purpose charity programme at Sekolah Kebangsaan Pendidikan Khas (SKPK) Kota Ki

4 February 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: The tourism industry cannot continue to operate amid policy uncertainty and uneven regulatory pressures, and must be strengthened through clearer policies, fair enforcement and closer engagement with industry players, said Datuk Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. He said continuous engagement sessions with tourism stakeholders are crucial to understanding the real challenges faced on the ground, particularly issues related to

4 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Shangri-La Rasa Ria has reinforced its reputation as a regional leader in sustainable luxury tourism after securing three prestigious accolades at the 13th Sabah Tourism Awards 2025 and the ASEAN Tourism Awards 2026. The awards recognise the resort’s strong commitment to environmental sustainability, community engagement and excellence in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. At the state-level ceremony, Shangri-La

4 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Cancer remains one of the most pressing health challenges affecting families and communities nationwide, and awareness, early screening and timely treatment must continue to be prioritised, said Datuk Jannie Lasimbang, Sabah DAP Vice-Chairperson. Speaking in conjunction with World Cancer Day 2026, Jannie said the reminder that “cancer does not wait” underscores the urgency for coordinated efforts at all levels of society to improve prevention,

4 February 2026 SANDAKAN: Regular inspections and maintenance of drainage and water flow systems in housing estates across Sandakan must be continuously carried out to prevent clogged drains and flash floods, said Member of Parliament for Sandakan, Vivian Wong Shir Yee. She said blocked drains, although often viewed as a localised issue, could escalate into serious problems such as flash floods, particularly during the rainy season, if not addressed promptly. Such situations

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