19 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) president Datuk Ewon Benedick has announced his readiness to offer himself for re-election to defend the party’s presidency for another term in the UPKO 2026 party elections. He said this year marks UPKO’s party elections at all levels, with the party set to hold its Congress on 8 and 9 August, in line with the party constitution. “Members have full freedom to ensure that the democratic process is

19 January 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Sayang Green 2026, a three-day sustainability showcase from 16 to 18 January at IPC Shopping Centre, Petaling Jaya, is built on a simple idea: sustainability works best when it is easy, accessible and affordable. Initiated and organised by 180 Degrees Brandcom, the event went beyond awareness to encourage Malaysians to take small, practical steps towards more sustainable everyday habits. Recent studies show that Malaysia ranks highest among 109

18 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Yayasan Kelab-Kelab Rotary Malaysia (YKKRM), in collaboration with nine Rotary Clubs from Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Tawau, has launched the Sabah Statewide Bag2School 3.0 programme at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kokol, aimed at supporting B40 students across Sabah through a coordinated statewide initiative. Serving as the Lead Club, the Rotary Club of Kota Kinabalu Pearl is spearheading the programme together with other participating clubs in Saba

18 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) has urged the Federal Government to withdraw its appeal filed at the Court of Appeal concerning the grounds of judgment of the Kota Kinabalu High Court decision dated 17 October 2025 on the judicial review relating to Sabah’s 40 per cent revenue entitlement. Its President, Datuk Ewon Benedick, said the party’s position was consistent with its principled struggle to resolve the 40 per cent entit

Chan Foong Hin, Xue Xiaoning and Dr Oh Ei Sun with guests and performers at the conclusion of the Malaysia–China diplomatic relations celebration. 18 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s efforts to promote tourism under Visit Malaysia 2026 are set to gain significant momentum, with the state expected to reach millions of listeners and viewers in China through Jiangmen Radio and Television. Deputy Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Chan Foong Hin extended an invitatio

18 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre officially reopened on 16 January 2026 following a comprehensive year-long refurbishment, ushering in a new chapter for the iconic city-centre hotel under the globally recognised Wyndham Hotels & Resorts brand. The extensive refurbishment features refreshed interiors, upgraded guest rooms and enhanced public spaces, designed to deliver modern comfort while preserving a warm and welcoming ambie

18 January 2026 KOTA KINABAL :United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) Honorary President Datuk Seri Panglima Wilfred Madius Tangau has called on the party to remain firmly anchored in principled, values-based leadership and to prioritise the development of future leaders as it charts its direction ahead. Speaking at the launch of UPKO’s 17th Triennial General Assembly on Sunday, Madius said triennial delegates’ conferences provided a critical opportunity for politica

18 January 2026 SANDAKAN : A total of 375 Year One pupils from six primary schools in the Sungai Manila State Legislative Assembly (DUN) constituency benefited from the Back-to-School programme held at Dewan Taman Cahaya here today. The Sungai Manila State Assemblyman (ADUN), Hazem Mubarak Musa, said the programme received an overwhelmingly positive response from parents and pupils alike, clearly demonstrating the need for such welfare initiatives to be continued on a consis