Lahad Datu Special Economic Zone Could Boost Sabah’s Industrial Growth
Sabah could attract more investment and create new business opportunities through a proposed BIMP-EAGA Special Economic Zone in Lahad Datu. The proposal focuses on the Palm Oil Industrial Cluster (POIC) Lahad Datu. It aims to strengthen Sabah’s industrial sector and position the state as the “Eastern Gateway to Malaysia”. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk […]
Fernando Alonso Named Pepperstone Global Ambassador from 2027
MELBOURNE, 29 October 2026 – Pepperstone and the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team have extended their partnership. As part of the deal, Fernando Alonso will become Pepperstone’s global ambassador in 2027. Alonso is a two-time Formula One world champion. He will help the company connect with more fans and audiences around the world. The […]
Dragonpass Showcases AI-Powered Travel Solutions at ITB Asia 2026
SINGAPORE, 29 October 2026 – Dragonpass showcased its AI-powered travel experiences and membership solutions at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore. The event took place at Marina Bay Sands from October 21 to 23. It brought together travel businesses and industry professionals to explore new opportunities in tourism. Dragonpass presented its services to show how artificial […]
US and Russia Discuss Lifting Sanctions on Investment Fund
MOSCOW, 29 October 2026 – Russian and US officials are discussing the possible removal of American sanctions on Russia’s main state-backed investment fund, according to a Kremlin aide. Yuri Ushakov, a foreign policy aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, said the discussions with the administration of US President Donald Trump had been ongoing for some […]
Malaysia Uses AI to Detect and Prevent Racial Tensions, Says Aaron
Malaysia is using artificial intelligence (AI) to help detect issues that could threaten racial harmony. National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said the government works with several agencies to identify sensitive issues involving religion, race and royalty (3R). The aim is to detect problems early. This allows the authorities to take action before tensions […]
Melaka Election: 28 Nomination Centres to Open on Saturday
MELAKA, 29 October 2026 – The Election Commission (EC) will open 28 nomination centres this Saturday, October 31, for candidates contesting the Melaka state election. Candidates must submit their nomination papers between 9 am and 10 am to the Returning Officer at their designated centres. EC secretary Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus said candidates, their proposers […]
Eight State Champions Clash for RM100,000 Piala Cahya Mata 2026
KUCHING, 28 October 2026 — Eight state champions have secured their places in the next stage of Piala Cahya Mata 2026. The nationwide amateur football tournament brought together teams from eight states across Malaysia. Each champion will receive RM20,000 in prize money. They will now compete for a place in the Grand Final in Kuching. […]
Malaysians Can Use DuitNow QR in Five Overseas Destinations Through Alipay+
KUALA LUMPUR, October 29, 2026 — Malaysians can now use supported local mobile banking apps to make DuitNow QR payments at participating merchants in five overseas destinations. Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) introduced the service through its partnership with Alipay+, a global payment platform operated by Ant International. The service covers China, Hong Kong, […]
Newborn Baby Boy Found Buried in Soil Near Rental House in Kapit
KAPIT, October 29, 2026 — A newborn baby boy was found buried in soil near a rental house along Jalan Airport in Kapit, Sarawak. Police officers found the baby alive after hearing him cry while searching the area on Tuesday afternoon. Kapit district police chief DSP Rohana Nanu said police received a report about the […]
5,000 Free SIM Packs to Help B40 Students in Johor Study Online
JOHOR BAHRU, October 29, 2026 — A total of 5,000 students from low-income families in Johor will receive free YES 5G SIM packs. The initiative aims to help them study online following the recent haze. The SIM packs are worth RM100,000 in total. Each pack includes 50GB of high-speed internet data. As a result, students […]