MIRI (Nov 8): A Form Three student was killed in a road accident after the motorcycle he was riding collided with a car at KM 9, Jalan Lawas-Punang on Friday. Lawas District Police Chief DSP Liong Tindan said police received a report of the incident involving a 15-year-old victim, who sustained severe head and shoulder [...] The post Form Three student killed in motorcycle-car collision in Lawas appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

PUTRAJAYA (Nov 8): The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will summon Meta to provide an official explanation following a Reuters report that the company profited from advertisements linked to fraud and online gambling. MCMC, in a statement today, said it views the report seriously, describing the matter as a potential breach of public trust [...] The post MCMC to summon Meta over reported profits from fraud, gambling ads appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

LUNDU (Nov 8): Non-governmental organisation (NGO) Islamic Aid Malaysia (IAM) and its humanitarian partner Etiqa Takaful held the first leg of their 'Back to School 2026' programme at SK Bumiputera here, this morning. According to IAM president Zawahir Abdullah, the annual education outreach serves to fulfil the corporate 'zakat' (tithe) obligation of Etiqa Takaful, meant [...] The post NGO kicks off Back to School 2026 outreach in Lundu appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Nov 8): The new i-CATS University College campus to be built in Trombol, Matang will become the most advanced technology university campus in the region once it is completed within four years, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari, who is also the Chancellor of i-CATS, said the Sarawak [...] The post Premier: New i-CATS University College campus in Trombol to be regions most advanced tech university appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 8): DAP Sabah has announced seven of its candidates who will contest in the upcoming 17th Sabah state election. The candidates are Philip Yap for Sri Tanjong (N69), Jannie Lasimbang for Kapayan (N25), Vivian Wong Shir Yee for Elopura (N55), Phoong Jin Zhe for Likas (N19), Chan Foong Hin for Tanjung Aru [...] The post DAP Sabah announces seven candidates for upcoming state election appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SARATOK (Nov 8): Police arrested two local men during a special anti-drug operation carried out by the Saratok District Police Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division (BSJD) on Thursday. Saratok district police chief DSP Mathew Manggie said the arrests, made between 9am and 5pm at several locations around Saratok, were part of Op Tapis Khas led by [...] The post Two men arrested in Saratok for drug offences appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BUKIT MERTAJAM (Nov 8): Malaysia remains a free and sovereign nation in establishing international relations without yielding to any major power, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said this stance enables Malaysia to maintain trade and investment relations with all countries, including the United States (US), China, Brazil and South Africa, for the [...] The post PM Anwar: Malaysia remains free and sovereign in international relations appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Nov 8): The See Hua Group and BLD Group jointly hosted their annual staff dinner on Friday (Nov 7) at a local hotel here, bringing together over 140 employees and invited guests for an evening of camaraderie, entertainment, and appreciation. The event was organised as a gesture of gratitude for the dedication and hard [...] The post See Hua Group and BLD Group host annual dinner in Miri appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KITA-AKITA, JAPAN (Nov 8): The sense of fear is palpable in parts of northern Japan, where some locals have fastened bells to their bags hoping the noise will keep bears away, while signs warn people to be on guard. The animals have killed a record 13 across the country since April, with a steady flow [...] The post 'Almost every day': Japan battles spike in bear attacks appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Nov 8): The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a boat skipper and a crew member who went missing after their fishing vessel capsized in waters off Tanjung Payung, Niah, on Wednesday (Nov 5), is still ongoing. Miri District Police Chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah confirmed the matter in a statement yesterday, saying [...] The post Search continues for two missing after boat capsizes off Niah appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): Police arrested a 28-year-old man for allegedly possessing various types of drugs worth RM1,750 during an operation along Jalan Canna here on Thursday. Kuching District police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the suspect also tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine, and was found to have prior drug-related criminal records. "The arrest [...] The post Man arrested with drugs worth RM1,750 in Kuching appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): The decision to reduce the minimum mileage threshold for e-hailing drivers eligible for the Budi95 monthly fuel quota, reflects the federal government's recognition of the distance covered by them even when they are not ferrying passengers. According Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak chairman Michael Kong, this is in line with the [...] The post Adjustments for Budi95-eligible e-hailing drivers out to ensure fairness appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): The Securities Commission of Malaysia (SC) sees a strong potential for Sarawak to play a greater role in the nation's capital market, including the possible future listing of state-owned companies. This was among the key topics discussed during a courtesy call on Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, paid [...] The post Sarawak can become key capital market player SC appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Nov 8): The Department of Mineral and Geoscience Malaysia, Sarawak (JMG) has hosted a community engagement session with residents of Kampung Haji Waheed and Kampung Lereng Bukit to brief them on the findings of a recent Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) survey conducted at Canada Hill. Held at the Forum Cultural Centre, the session [...] The post JMG Sarawak engages Canada Hill residents on landslide risk survey appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): A total of 23 development projects in Sarawak worth RM8.02 million have been delayed since 2020 due to pending site approvals from the Sarawak Land and Survey Department (JTS), including one project in the Baram parliamentary constituency. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said this [...] The post RM8 mln in Sarawak projects delayed over pending land approvals Minister appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): Sarawak dancers delivered an outstanding performance at the Third Borneo Open International DanceSport Championship and Convention (BOIDC), helping to list the state as among the top participating performers. At the event, which took place at Raia Hotel and Convention Centre here recently, the state's team collected 76 gold, 63 silver and 54 [...] The post Sarawak dancers bag 193 medals at Borneo Open meet appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): The Sarawak Bumiputera Teachers' Union (KGBS) has proposed that the Ministry of Education (MoE) implement phased training for teachers in preparation for the introduction of the co-teaching method under the 2027 school curriculum. Its president Zulkiflee Sebli said the union welcomed the ministry's initiative to introduce the approach, which will see two [...] The post Teachers union urges phased training for 2027 co-teaching rollout appeared first on Borneo Post ..

SIBU (Nov 8): A new chapter in community support was unveiled yesterday with the launch of the Community Social Support Centre (CSSC) Sibu at Jalan Awang Ramli Amit here. Speaking at the launch, Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah said the first such facility was established in Kuching. "Our [...] The post Community Social Support Centre launched in Sibu appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 8): The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) will require more time to be fully ready to operate independently, despite being scheduled to take over the management of 125 entry points nationwide on Jan 1, 2026, said its director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain. He said that while the handover date [...] The post Border agencys full takeover in 2026 requires phased readiness, says DG appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Nov 7): A collision occurred earlier today between a vehicle transporter and a log trailer at Mile 62, Sepiring, along the Sibu-Bintulu Road. The Selangau Fire and Rescue (Bomba) station received an emergency call at 8.17am, and promptly dispatched a team of seven firefighters to the scene. The team, led by Bakit Kilut, arrived [...] The post Two trailers collide on Sibu- Bintulu road, drivers injured appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Nov 7): The body of a 21-year-old Indian national, who went missing while bathing in Sungai Kuala Tutoh on Wednesday, was discovered earlier today at a site about 1km from where he was last seen. The search and rescue (SAR) operation was led by the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), with the members also [...] The post Missing Indian national found dead in Sg Kuala Tutoh appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 7): Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has described the inaugural Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) held today as a historic milestone, marking progress in efforts to strengthen the nation's media institutions. She said the AGM was successfully organised with comprehensive participation from media practitioners nationwide. "So [...] The post Teo: First AGM of Malaysian Media Council marks historic milestone appeared first ..

PETALING JAYA (Nov 7): A total of 12 individuals were elected to the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) board at its inaugural annual general meeting (AGM) today. They represented three categories: media companies; journalists and media associations; and public and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). The individuals appointed in the media company category are former interim chairman of [...] The post 12 individuals elected as Malaysia Media Council members at inaugural AGM appeared first on ..

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 7): A witness told the Coroner's Court today that her sister, a senior and schoolmate of the late Zara Qairina Mahathir, had allegedly uttered warning words and threatened to "touch" Zara, though no physical contact occurred. The 31st witness testified that her sister, who was their senior, verbally told Zara, "Kau ni [...] The post Witness recounts seniors verbal threat toward Zara appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SANDAKAN (Nov 7): The 18.125-kilometre Pan Borneo Highway stretch from Jalan Segaliud to Batu 32, Sandakan, completed in August 2023, has significantly improved the efficiency of the road network on Sabah's east coast while boosting the socio-economic development of local communities. A trader at the Agro Bazar at Batu 32, Nur Farhanah Ali, in her [...] The post Sandakan - Lahad Datu Pan Borneo Highway: A socioeconomic catalyst for local population appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 7): The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) Presidential Council has appealed to Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Federal Government not to appeal the High Court's 17 October 2025 decision affirming Sabah's constitutional right to the 40% special grant for the years 1974 to 2021 from the Federal Government. "This is [...] The post Sabahs 40% entitlement must be honoured - GRS, appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 7): An upcoming dinner event featuring Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has sparked strong speculation that Datuk Simon Chee Chi Nyen could be Parti Keadilan Rakyat's (PKR) candidate for the Api-Api state seat. The dinner, scheduled to take place at ITCC Penampang tomorrow, is organised specially for the Chinese community and [...] The post Speculation rises over Simon Chee as PKRs potential Api-Api candidate ahead of PMs dinner appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 7): The Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) was the first political party to announce its line-up for the upcoming Sabah state election, unveiling six candidates -- including three newcomers -- at its headquarters here today. Party president Datuk Yong Teck Lee made the announcement following the party's 233rd Supreme Council meeting, where the [...] The post SAPP first to announce candidates appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 7): Barisan Nasional (BN) Sabah will officially launch its election machinery for the 17th Sabah State Election on November 9 at Pacific Sutera, Kota Kinabalu. "This is not just another event it marks the beginning of BN Sabah's resurgence. The launch signifies a new wave of readiness, unity and discipline across all [...] The post BN Sabah launching election machinery Nov 9 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

PUTRAJAYA (Nov 7): Tech giant Meta has been urged to provide a full explanation regarding a Reuters report alleging that 10 per cent of its revenue comes from advertising linked to illegal activities such as scams and online gambling. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the report was concerning as Meta was alleged to have [...] The post Fahmi: Meta fails to address scam ads, needs to explain Reuters report appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 7): The level of corruption in Sarawak remains under control and minimal compared to other states in Malaysia, with most cases involving enforcement and government procurement issues. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) deputy chief commissioner (Operations) Dato Sri Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya said that over the past five years, the commission received 479 reports related [...] The post Sarawaks corruption level 'under control', assures MACC deputy chief appeared ..

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 7): Sabah Democratic Action Party (DAP) deputy, Datuk Chan Foong Hin, has described the current 17th Sabah state election as "too crowded." "Personally, I have never encountered an election like this -- where three different coalitions have to come together, and each coalition itself consists of many component parties," he said. He [...] The post Chan: 17th Sabah state election too crowded appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

WASHINGTON (Nov 7): Multiple people fell ill and an investigation was underway after a suspicious package was delivered to a military base near Washington on Thursday, US media reported. Joint Base Andrews confirmed in a statement that parts of the Maryland site were evacuated after the "suspicious" package was opened. The base is used regularly [...] The post Multiple people fall ill after 'suspicious' package opened at US base appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Nov 7): The junction into Lorong Salim 18 will be completely closed to traffic to facilitate the installation of pipe crossings and a 1600mm-diameter mild steel pipeline. In a notice today, Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (Central Region) said the pipe-laying works will begin at 8am on Nov 11 and are expected to be completed [...] The post Lorong Salim 18 junction in Sibu to be closed for pipeline installation from Nov 11 to 14 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KAJANG (Nov 7): The Shah Alam High Court today sentenced GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) chief executive officer Nasiruddin Mohd Ali and Mohammad Adib At- Tamimi, who is the son of former Al-Arqam founder Ashaari Muhammad, as well as 11 other men jointly accused with them for becoming members of an unlawful organisation to 15 months [...] The post GIBSH CEO among 13 men jailed 15 years for membership in unlawful organisation, 9 women fined RM4,500 each appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 7): "Little Napoleons and Rasputins" within the civil service are misusing their positions and influence for personal gain, warned Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya. The Deputy Minister in the Premier's Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) explained "little Napoleons" act beyond their authority as though they hold absolute power, while "little Rasputins" are unofficial advisers who [...] The post Little Napoleans and Rasputins eroding public confidence ..

KUCHING (Nov 7): The Sessions Court here today sentenced a 21-year-old man to five years in jail for possessing a cockspur without lawful authority. Judge Musli Ab Hamid convicted Maxson Nyopub on his own guilty plea to a charge under Section 6(1) of the Corrosive and Explosive Substances and Offensive Weapons Act 1958. The Section [...] The post Youth gets five years jail for unlawful possession of cockspur in Bau appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KAJANG (Nov 7): GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) chief executive officer Nasiruddin Mohd Ali and 21 other individuals today pleaded guilty to an alternative charge of becoming members of GISBH, which is an unlawful organisation. Besides Nasiruddin, 66, the others include his wife Azura Md Yusof, 58; Mohammad Adib At-Tamimi, 33, who is the son [...] The post GISBH CEO, 21 others plead guilty to becoming members of unlawful organisation appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Nov 7): Police have arrested a 32-year-old man for allegedly stealing oil palm fruit bunches from a plantation in Lubok Renit, near Saratok. In a statement today, Saratok police chief DSP Mathew Manggie said the suspect was apprehended at an unnumbered house around 11.50am yesterday by a team from the district's Criminal Investigation Department [...] The post Suspect stole oil palm fruit bunches to fuel drug habit, say police appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 7): Two-and-a-half-month-old baby girl Anindya Zalfa Azri is need of RM50,000 to cover her life-saving heart surgery and medical costs. Zalfa, who was diagnosed with a large patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), recently underwent a successful surgery at the National Heart Institute (IJN) in Kuala Lumpur. Prior to this, she often suffered from breathing [...] The post Sibu baby girl in need of RM50,000 to pay for heart surgery costs appeared first on Borneo Post Online .