Taib Mahmud laid to rest in full state honours in Demak Jaya
Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud was buried next to the grave of his first wife Datuk Patinggi Puan Sri Laila Taib who died of cancer in 2009.
Thu Feb 22 2024
Thousands pay their last respects to Abdul Taib despite rain
The funeral prayer will be held at the Demak Mosque near his residence followed by the state burial at the family cemetery in Demak Jaya.
Thu Feb 22 2024
Abdul Taib's body arrives in Kuching
The body will be taken to Sarawak State Legislative Assembly building tomorrow and the public can pay last respects between 8am and 11.30am.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Sarawak declares two days of mourning
The state government said that flags would be flown at half-mast throughout Sarawak, and any entertainment events would be postponed.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025