21 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: President of Parti Maju Sabah (SAPP), Datuk Yong Teck Lee, has emphasised that the struggle for the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) has achieved a significant victory as its status is now finalised and no longer open to dispute. He called for full attention to be given to the implementation aspect by the Federal Government and the Sabah State Government. He stated that after more than 16 years of consistent advocacy for MA63, including through va

21 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The award-winning Sabahan band Tuni Sundatang is set to officially launch their highly anticipated debut EP, Alunan dari Tanah Tinggi (“Echoes from the Highlands”), on 30 January 2026 at 7pm. The event will take place at Ruang Tamu Ekosistem, Alamesra, Kota Kinabalu. Inspired by their native Ranau highlands, the EP is more than a collection of songs; it serves as a cultural archive. It features traditional instruments such as the sundatang and t

21 January 2026 MALACCA: Birkin International Hotel is preparing to welcome 2026 with two grand festive dining celebrations, featuring a vibrant Chinese New Year Buffet Dinner and the highly anticipated "Gulai Kawah Tradisi" Ramadan Buffet. These events are designed to bring families, friends, and colleagues together, showcasing the hotel’s dedication to honouring cultural traditions through exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality. In honour of Chinese New Year 2026, guests

21 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Subsidiaries under the Sedco Group that fail to turn a profit within one year will face either closure or a management buyout, said its Chairman, Datuk Masiung Banah, signalling a firm push for stronger governance and accountability across the group. Masiung said continuing to support loss-making companies that burden the parent organisation would be counterproductive. “If we continue to defend companies that are making losses and weighing down

21 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s community-based tourism (CoBT) will be prominently featured during the Sail Malaysia Passage to the East Yacht Rally 2026, underscoring growing international interest in authentic, community-led travel experiences. The focus on CoBT was highlighted during a briefing by Sail Malaysia Managing Director Sazli Kamal Basha to Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister and Sabah Tourism Board (STB) Chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai on Tuesday (20

21 January 2026 TUARAN: Pogun Tokou sited at Shangri-La Rasa Ria,Tuaran, could well be a mini village with three houses of different architecture built on a piece of land. Upon first sight, one could envision people in the days of yore, going about their business or young warriors coming home from the hunt. Perhaps women coming home from a day at the paddy fields or foraging for edible plants in the jungle. However it is actually sited on a flat land facing the sea, with youn

Sabah Tourism Board Chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai with Rasa Ria General Manager Fiona Hagan watching a cultural performance 21 January 2026 TUARAN: Fiona Hagan, General Manager of Shangri-La Rasa Ria Tuaran, has expressed optimism as the resort begins the year with a strong performance and innovative new offerings, positioning itself favourably during the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VMY2026). With Malaysia preparing to welcome increased international visitors, she highlighted the

21 January 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Global sportswear brand Xtep Group has launched its 2026 Southeast Asia expansion with new experience-driven hubs in Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur. These openings go beyond retail, serving as strategic activations of Xtep’s integrated running ecosystem in the region. This ecosystem is designed as a self-reinforcing flywheel, leveraging digital platforms for inspiration and reach, transforming interest into community-focused retail experiences, and fos