UMS brings forward first two convocation sessions to Nov 28

KOTA KINABALU: Universiti Malaysia Sabah has brought forward the first two sessions of its 27th convocation to November 28 to avoid the November 29 Sabah state election. In a statement, UMS said Sessions 3 and 4 on November 30 and Sessions 5 and 6 on December 1 will proceed as scheduled. The university said top management approved...

Two-day conference and expo in KK to celebrate Borneo’s ‘Green Heart’

KOTA KINABALU: An international conference on Borneo’s "Green Heart" on Wednesday and Thursday (Oct 22 and 23) will revolve around the theme "Advancing climate resilience, conservation and sustainable livelihoods". Organised by the Sabah Forestry Department, this two-day conference celebrates the Heart of Borneo (HoB), a trilateral initiative that unites Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia and Malaysia in conserving...

Cops to proceed with demolition of illegal jetties at border

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan police will proceed with the operation to demolish more than 100 illegal jetties along the Malaysia-Thailand border despite receiving various forms of provocation from certain parties in Thailand. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the large-scale operation is scheduled to begin next Monday and will be carried out in stages...

Mother of murdered teen overwhelmed by public support

PETALING JAYA: The mother of the late Yap Shing Xuen has expressed her gratitude for the overflowing love and support her family has received following the brutal murder of her daughter on Oct 14. Wong Lee Ping said she was deeply moved by the public support shown, which she describes as a beacon of light in...

Thunderstorm warning issued for six states

KUALA LUMPUR: Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected across six states, with warnings in effect until 5pm on Tuesday (Oct 21). The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the affected states were Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor Sabah and Sarawak. In Kedah, the district of Langkawi is on alert for severe weather. In Negeri Sembilan, the district...

Missing camper rescued in Tawau after six days

KOTA KINABALU: A man missing for six days in Kalabakan, Tawau, has been found. Khairul Saharin, 31, was found at 7.43am on Tuesday (Oct 21) as the ongoing search and rescue operation resumed. He was found weak and traumatised, said operations commander Khalik Ali. He said Khairul was helped out of the forest and given a preliminary medical...

QuickCheck: Did a lorry plough into three other vehicles at a traffic light in Klang?

A VIDEO of a multi-vehicle collision at a traffic light junction in Klang went viral on social media, capturing the dramatic moment of impact. The footage showed the chaotic aftermath of the accident that left several people injured at a busy intersection. Did a lorry plough into three other vehicles at a traffic light in Klang? Verdict: TRUE Four people...

MCA highlights concerns over tax refund delays affecting businesses

MCA is deeply concerned about the challenges confronting businesses due to delays in tax refunds. The combination of global economic uncertainty, adjustments in tariff policies, and rising operational costs has placed corporate cash flow under unprecedented strain. We share the sentiment expressed by Datuk Ng Yih Pyng, President of the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry...

Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines spews ash thrice, showing increased activity

BACOLOD CITY: Restive Kanlaon Volcano emitted ash three times on Monday (Oct 20), with a total duration of nearly four hours, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The first ash emission occurred from 7:28 a.m. to 7:38 a.m., producing grayish plumes that rose 300 metres above the crater before drifting westward. The second...

Cops record statements of eight individuals over display of Israeli flag in Kelantan

KOTA BHARU: Police have recorded statements from eight individuals over the raising of an Israeli flag on a boat during the "500 Pelayaran Solidariti Kelantan untuk Gaza” event held in Lembah Sireh, here, last Oct 10. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the statements were recorded from the event organiser, actors, advertiser, and printer...