THE Malaysian government's decision to expand the Sales and Services Tax (SST), set to take effect this July 1, is stirring significant concern across industries as businesses groups sound the alarm on potential impacts on our domestic economy. A tax in troubled times While aimed at strengthening fiscal resilience, many business associations and industry commentators [...] The post Wrong timing, weak planning: Why businesses are bracing for impact as SST expansion approaches appeared ..

KUCHING (June 29): A total of 2,595 streetlights have been installed across 454 villages in Sarawak under Phase 8 of the Lampu Jalan Kampung (LJK) project, aimed at enhancing safety and accessibility in rural areas, according to Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB). Of these, 517 are energy-efficient LED units allocated by the federal Ministry of Rural [...] The post Sarawak rural villages get lighting boost under Phase 8 of LJK project appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 29): The Ministry of Education (MoE)'s implementation of the automatic matriculation admission policy has drawn criticism from the Youth section of the Kuching branch of Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP). Under the said implementation, only candidates with straight-A's and A+ grades would receive automatic admission, while those with A- results must undergo a [...] The post Policy on matriculation entry draws flak for excluding A- students appeared first on ..

IN chasing for more clicks, shares, likes, gifts and monetary returns of their social media posts, a young woman lost her life. Pan Xiaoting, a 24-year-old Chinese social media influencer made famous by her 'Mukbang' livestreams, died after a 10-hour livestreaming in the pursuit of eating up 10kg of food in front of her fans [...] The post When going viral becomes fatal appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

HARBIN (June 29): In the fertile black soil of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, where traces of a turbulent past remain, the city of Shangzhi is pursuing a different kind of struggle, one for growth, grounded in resilience and the land itself. Sunlight filters through the trees at a memorial park in the city, a quiet [...] The post The modern-day battle of a heroic Chinese city appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

WHEN 22-year-old Vanessa Ting Mei Yu stood in the heart of the buzzing Research and Innovation Management Complex (KPPI) at Universiti Malaya (UM) in Kuala Lumpur, surrounded by rows of Scrabble boards and focused players from across the globe, she was not just witnessing a tournament. The young woman was truly living her dream. A [...] The post More than a game: How a Miri lass made Scrabble a global bridge appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

I HAVE great admiration for anyone who speaks another language besides his own mother tongue. A friend of mine, an Iban, who sadly had joined his Maker, spoke fluent Mandarin and several other Chinese dialects and also the Sarawak Malay. He also spoke Melanau (the Bintulu variety). There was never a dull moment to be [...] The post Speak up! Speak up! appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BEIJING (June 29): Peking University life sciences professor Zhang Yan, who has been researching Alzheimer's disease for two decades, has taken on a new mission this semester: educating young teens. Beyond lectures and experiments, Zhang is committed to giving her young students an authentic glimpse into the world of scientific research. She believes such hands-on [...] The post Chinese scientists join classrooms to inspire teenagers to become innovators appeared first on Borneo Post ..

SIMILAR yet different. Despite the differences, there have been efforts to understand Sabah and Sarawak, the two states of Borneo, as a single, unified entity. These approaches tend to assume a shared path of social and cultural development, overlooking the nuanced experiences of each region. Sarawak and Sabah possess relatively different demographic and political landscapes, [...] The post Sarawak, Sabah politics: Navigating unity in diversity appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 28): Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) Stakan branch chairman Dato Sim Kiang Chiok believes that an increase in the number of state and parliamentary seats in Sarawak would be a positive development, even though talks on redelineation remain speculative at this stage. "As for how potential new boundaries could impact the next election, [...] The post More seats, better representation: SUPP Stakan branch chief supports potential Sarawak redelineation appeared first ..

KUCHING (June 28): A new health clinic valued at RM16 million will be built in the Simpang Layar area of Betong, announced Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the facility is in addition to two other major healthcare projects in Spaoh - a RM36 million health clinic, and a RM5 million haemodialysis [...] The post RM16 mln clinic for Simpang Layar among major healthcare boosts in Betong appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 28): The Federation of Private Medical Practitioners' Associations, Malaysia (FPMPAM) has proposed for the government to fully exempt primary care services for foreign workers from the Sales and Services Tax (SST). FPMPAM president Dr Shanmuganathan Ganeson said that as an alternative, the government could implement a temporary moratorium on the tax to allow [...] The post Private doctors urge SST exemption on foreign workers primary healthcare appeared first on Borneo Post ..

MIRI (June 28): The transformation of Some Shak Lung Kung Temple from a small hillside shrine into a prominent religious and tourism landmark stands as a powerful symbol of perseverance and unity within the local Chinese community, said Sarawak Transport Minister, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin. He made the remarks during a grand banquet celebrating [...] The post From hillside shrine to iconic landmark: Miri temples journey of faith, unity appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 28): Two new state constituencies (DUNs) will be needed to complement the proposed creation of two parliamentary seats in Baram, should a redelineation exercise take place, said Telang Usan assemblyman Dato Dennis Ngau. He believes that the current Baram parliamentary constituency may be split into two, Upper Baram and Lower Baram. "I don't [...] The post Rep: Two new state constituencies needed if Baram undergoes redelineation appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MARSEILLE (June 28): Sweating Europeans braced today for the first heatwave of the northern hemisphere summer, as climate change pushes the world's fastest- warming continent's thermometers increasingly into the red. Temperatures are set to rise to 37 degrees Celsius (99 degrees Fahrenheit) in Rome, driving the Eternal City's many tourists and Catholic pilgrims to the Vatican [...] The post Europe bakes in summer's first heatwave as continent warms appeared first on ..

KOTA KINABALU (June 28): Six more politicians in Sabah have been accused of involvement in the mining licence scandal. A MalaysiaKini report today alleged that among the politicians named are from two local parties. The portal claimed that a source who spoke on condition of anonymity has provided them with screenshots allegedly taken from a [...] The post Six more Sabah politicians implicated in corruption appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (June 28): A record-breaking 'itut' -- a giant Melanau swing measuring 50 feet in height -- has been erected at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase I for the upcoming 21st Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF), set to take place from July 3 to 12. Kampung Nangka Melanau Welfare Association chairman, Councillor Abang Carrol Abang Dris, [...] The post Record-breaking itut to swing into action at BCF 2025 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BINTULU (June 28): The Sarawak government remains steadfast in its commitment to enhancing entrepreneurial development across the state. According to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, the state administration is actively building entrepreneurial capacity through initiatives focused on essential skills such as accounting fundamentals and digital proficiency. He added that between 2021 and [...] The post Sarawak scales up entrepreneur support through skills, grants, digital tools ..

KUCHING (June 27): At just 11 years old, Sarawakian-Australian Kai Laird is one of the rare few in his age group to master the pipe organ, an instrument typically associated with seasoned musicians. The young organist is set to perform during the opening ceremony of the newly completed St Peter's Church in Padungan, which will [...] The post 11-year-old organist to perform at St Peters Church Padungan opening appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 27): Former Banggi assemblyman Datuk Amir Kahar Tun Mustapha and former newsreader Datin Seri Panglima Nursuhadah Basah have been announced as Sabah's Maal Hijrah Icons for 1447H/2025M. The awards were presented by Sabah's Head of State, Tun Musa Aman, here today. Amir, born on February 16, 1950, inherited the fighting spirit of [...] The post Former assemblyman, ex-newsreader named Sabahs Maal Hijrah Icons appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 27): The annual Maal Hijrah celebration should be made as a catalyst for change in the way of thinking, work culture and direction of the Muslim community to become progressive and dynamic. Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Musa Aman explained that progressive means a community that is always moving forward in the [...] The post TYT: Maal Hijrah a catalyst for progressive, dynamic Muslim community appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 27): Building on the momentum of a successful first wave earlier this year, Lions Clubs International District 308-A2 is launching the second phase of its anti-drug campaign, "No More Drugs 1.2," with a renewed focus on youth empowerment and intervention in high-risk communities across Sabah. Earlier this year, "No More Drugs 1.0" [...] The post 'No More Drugs 1.2' campaign expands to Keningau, Tenom appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 27): The Federation of Sabah Industries (FSI) expresses its concern over the recently announced Sales and Service Tax (SST) scope expansion effective 1st July 2025, cautioning that the move will further burden Sabah's SMEs and increase inflationary pressures within the state. Sabah businesses are already operating in a high-cost environment compared to [...] The post SST expansion risks burdening Sabah SMEs FSI appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SEMPORNA (June 27): Unsustainable tourism practices such as anchoring on coral reefs, feeding fish, harassing marine wildlife and polluting the ocean remain ongoing concerns in Semporna. These actions have been frequently reported to Reef Check Malaysia and if left unchecked, will continue to degrade the fragile coral reef ecosystems that are vital to Sabah's marine [...] The post Semporna takes action against unsustainable tourism appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SANDAKAN (June 27): The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment (KePKAS) has nurtured the growth and development of the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC) since its inception in 2008. Its minister, Datuk Seri Christina Liew, said BSBCC, the only one of its kind in the world for protection of this endangered species, is a [...] The post Sun Bear Sanctuary thrives, welcomes 79,000 tourists last year appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 27): One of the recipients of the Panglima Gemilang Darjah Kinabalu (PGDK) award conferred in conjunction with the Sabah Head of State's official birthday last week, which carries the prestigious title Datuk, is James Lee, a name that might raise eyebrows for those unfamiliar with his story. James, a Sino-Kadazan from Penampang, [...] The post KLIA scolding incident a blessing in disguise for new Datuk, says friend appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 27): Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) Beaufort youth chief Mohd Shahril Osin has slammed the statement by the Sabah Mining Operators Association (PPGS), describing it as baseless and politically motivated for attempting to link the Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor, to a corruption scandal. According to him, the open accusations hurled [...] The post Association slammed for baseless claims against Hajiji appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 27): A six-foot-long crocodile was successfully captured in a drain along Jalan Perkasa 7A, Tudan Desaras, here last night. According to a statement issued today by the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM), an emergency call was received by the Miri Operations Control Centre (PKOD) at around 9.44pm after a passerby spotted the reptile. [...] The post Six-foot crocodile captured in Tudan drain appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (June 27): Malaysian e-sports athletes vying for a spot at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand will undergo a series of bootcamps to evaluate their readiness and commitment. Malaysia Esports Federation (MESF) president Muhammad Naim Al-Amin said the bootcamps, scheduled between September and November, will involve intensive training, match simulations, gameplay analysis, professional [...] The post E-sports athletes to undergo bootcamps before SEA games selection appeared first on ..

KUCHING (June 27): Political secretary to the Premier Kho Teck Wan has called for a comprehensive reexamination and enforcement of stringent safety protocols across all student dormitories and hostels nationwide. The call came in the wake of the tragic death of a private university undergraduate in Cyberjaya, Selangor, 20-year-old Maniishapriet Kaur Akhara, who was found [...] The post Premier's pol-sec: Overhaul of student dorm safety necessary following murder of Kuching student in ..

KUCHING (June 27): Sarawak-based offshore support vessel (OSV) provider Nam Cheong Limited has secured RM204.1 million worth of new charter contracts for three vessels with operations starting in 2025 for up to two years and options for further extension. The group in a statement yesterday said the contracts involve one anchor handling tug supply vessel [...] The post Nam Cheong secures RM204.1 million OSV contracts in Middle East and Japan appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 27): Sarawak Consolidated Industries Berhad (SCIB) has proposed a rights issue to raise up to RM53.45 million, alongside a share capital reduction to address accumulated losses and strengthen its financial footing. In a statement yesterday, SCIB said the rights issue will involve up to 763.62 million new ordinary shares, accompanied by an equal [...] The post SCIB launches rights issue, capital reduction to strengthen financial position appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (June 27): SumiSaujana Group Berhad (SumiSaujana) and its subsidiary has secured a contract from Sarawak Shell Berhad for the provision of specialised chemicals and associated services for the Rosmari & Marjoram Project in Bintulu. The contract was awarded to its wholly-owned unit SumiSaujana TCM Chemicals Sdn Bhd (SSTCM). The Rosmari & Marjoram Project [...] The post SumiSaujana wins chemical solutions contract for Shells Rosmari & Marjoram Project appeared first on Borneo Post ..

SIBU (June 27): A committee has been established to oversee the development of guidelines for off-campus student housing at the four state-owned universities in Sarawak, said Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. He stressed that the move is aimed at safeguarding the safety and well-being of students residing outside [...] The post Committee set up to regulate off-campus student housing in Sarawak appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

TOKYO (June 27): Japan on Friday executed a man dubbed the "Twitter killer" who murdered and dismembered nine people he met online, in the nation's first enactment of the death penalty since 2022. Takahiro Shiraishi, 34, was hanged for killing his young victims, all but one of whom were women, after contacting them on the [...] The post Japan executes 'Twitter killer' who murdered nine appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 27): An elderly man was killed while two other family members managed to escape after a fire engulfed a house in Lawas early this morning. The deceased, identified as Dudol Karim, 73, perished after the fire broke out at around 4.18am at a single-storey house located behind AB Motor in Lawas. Lawas Fire [...] The post Elderly man dies in Lawas house fire, two others manage to escape appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 27): Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas), through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), has inked a strategic partnership with Pangkalan Bekalan Kemaman Sdn Bhd (PBKSB), a subsidiary of Eastern Pacific Industrial Corporation Berhad (EPIC), to strengthen the management of upstream materials and warehousing at the Kemaman Supply Base. The collaboration was formalised through a memorandum of [...] The post Petronas, EPIC ink MoU to boost upstream logistics at Kemaman Supply Base ..

TATAU (June 27): Two men sustained burns to their hands while attempting to extinguish a fire that destroyed nine non-permanent shoplots along Jalan Tatau-Sangan early this morning. The incident occurred around 12.50am, and the victims were reportedly injured while trying to control the flames. They were later taken to a nearby clinic by members of [...] The post Fire destroys nine shoplots in Tatau, two men injured appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 27): Kuching and Rouen, the capital of the northern French region of Normandy, are exploring the potential to establish a Kuching-Rouen Gastronomy Friendship City partnership for mutual benefit. This interest was expressed by Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng and Rouen Mayor Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol, who is also President of the Rouen Normandie [...] The post Kuching and Rouen, France explore gastronomy friendship city initiative appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BINTULU (June 27): The Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, attended the Doa Recitation Ceremony marking the end of the year 1446 Hijrah and the beginning of 1447 Hijrah in conjunction with the state-level Maal Hijrah celebration at Assyakirin Mosque [...] The post Sarawak Governor attends state-level Maal Hijrah celebration in Bintulu appeared first on Borneo Post Online .