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Malaysian singer JessC goes all out with 'My Style' concert: 40 songs with six outfit changes and one memorable night

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 21 -- Malaysian singer JessC went all out for her encore My Style concert last night, serving over three hours of showcase to a packed audience. Riding on the buzz from her comebac... Read More


Viral tahfiz student abuse in Sabah sparks call for stricter oversight of teacher conduct

KOTA KINABALU, Dec. 21 -- All educators, particularly those in tahfiz institutions, have been reminded to exercise greater prudence in educating students, especially in matters related to discipline. ... Read More


New flag rules effective from Jan 1, 2026, Kuching mayor reminds political parties

KUCHING, Dec. 21 -- A new guideline on political parties displaying their party flags in public places will take effect from Jan 1 next year, said Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng. He said the ... Read More


Sabah's development limited by finances, not political will, says Masidi

KOTA KINABALU, Dec. 20 -- Sabah's development challenges stem from financial constraints rather than lack of political will, State Finance Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun said. He said the state fa... Read More


Woman's body found in river near Sunway Putra Mall, police classify case as sudden death

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 20 -- The body of a local woman was found floating in a river near Sunway Putra Mall along Jalan Ipoh here on Thursday. Sentul police chief ACP Ahmad Sukarno Mohd Zahari said polic... Read More


Kota Kinabalu sees crime dip in 2025, but road fatalities and thefts remain a concern

KOTA KINABALU, Dec. 20 -- Overall crime in the city dropped five per cent this year to 1,099 cases from 1,156 last year, with house break-ins recording the biggest decline, particularly in Luyang, whi... Read More


From 19 years of church-led to official: Sabah holds first state Christmas celebration, vows continuity

KOTA KINABALU, Dec. 20 -- Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick has proposed that the concept used for this year's State-level Christmas celebration be retained for 2026, continuing the collab... Read More


Helium 'voice-changer' pulled from Don Don Donki shelves in Singapore after safety review

SINGAPORE, Dec. 20 -- Japanese discount retailer Don Don Donki has withdrawn helium canisters marketed as novelty voice-changers from its Singapore outlets, as the authorities conduct a safety review,... Read More


Kuching's non-communicable disease rates top national average, MP urges early screening

KUCHING, Dec. 20 -- Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii has raised the alarm over a silent crisis of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the city, calling for enhanced early screening, stronger prevention... Read More


Slashed allowances risk worsening doctor shortage in East Malaysia, says MMA

KUCHING, Dec. 20 -- The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed concern that the revised Regional Incentive Allowance (BIW) under the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) may further ex... Read More