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

17 January 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The continued success of Kinabalu Park in maintaining its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for 25 years reflects strong governance, effective protection mechanisms, and close collaboration with local communities, said Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Jafry Ariffin. Speaking at the Silver Jubilee celebration of Kinabalu Park’s World Heritage inscription, Jafry said the milestone was not merely an anniversary, but a testame

17 January 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Global cloud communications platform Infobip, announced a series of key leadership changes, effective January 2026, supporting the company's rapid growth and innovation agenda. These appointments promote experienced leaders from within the company, reflecting Infobip's commitment to nurture internal talent and aligning leadership with strategic goals to deliver greater value to customers and partners. Krešo Žmak has been appointed as Chief Innova