![S'wak Polls: Tok Nan's legacy gives Azizul Anuar the edge in Tanjong Datu S'wak Polls: Tok Nan's legacy gives Azizul Anuar the edge in Tanjong Datu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81638598295_AzizulAnnuarAdenan.jpg)
S'wak Polls: Tok Nan's legacy gives Azizul Anuar the edge in Tanjong Datu
Azizul Anuar is Tanjong Datu Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Youth chief.
Fri Dec 17 2021
![Adenan Satem's legacy in Tanjong Datu to be continued - Jamilah Adenan Satem's legacy in Tanjong Datu to be continued - Jamilah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/81494835829_DatukAmarJamilahAnu.jpg)
Adenan Satem's legacy in Tanjong Datu to be continued - Jamilah
All plans made by the fifth Sarawak Chief Minister in Tanjong Datu during his lifetime would be continued and she would work to implement new plans for development in the area.
Mon May 15 2017
![Tanjong Datu by-election outcome proof of people's confidence Tanjong Datu by-election outcome proof of people's confidence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/41487433299_JamilahAnu.jpg)
Tanjong Datu by-election outcome proof of people's confidence
The Barisan Nasional (BN)'s victory in yesterday's Tanjong Datu state by-election is proof of the people's confidence in the BN government and its development agenda, said MCA secretary general Datuk
Sun Feb 19 2017
![Late Adenan will be eternally remembered, say political analysts Late Adenan will be eternally remembered, say political analysts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-01/81484210140_TanSriAdenanSatem.jpg)
Late Adenan will be eternally remembered, say political analysts
BN's massive victory in the Tanjong Datu by-election yesterday means that the name and legacy of the late fifth Sarawak CM, Tan Sri Adenan Satem, will be eternally cherished by Sarawakians.
Sun Feb 19 2017
![Three main factors contribute to Jamilah's win - Wan Junaidi Three main factors contribute to Jamilah's win - Wan Junaidi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/81487423744_PRKMenang.jpg)
Three main factors contribute to Jamilah's win - Wan Junaidi
Firstly, it is the sterling record of the incumbent Tan Sri Adenan Satem, who was Sarawak fifth chief minister, in the constituency.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![Big majority proves people still remember Tok Nan's contributions - PBB sec gen Big majority proves people still remember Tok Nan's contributions - PBB sec gen](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/51487429616_JamilahAnu.jpg)
Big majority proves people still remember Tok Nan's contributions - PBB sec gen
Rundi says the increased vote majority garnered by Jamilah also showed that the new Chief Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Openg was being accepted and gaining more respect from the people.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![Tanjong Datu in for more progress following Jamilah's victory - PM Najib Tanjong Datu in for more progress following Jamilah's victory - PM Najib](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/41487433299_JamilahAnu.jpg)
Tanjong Datu in for more progress following Jamilah's victory - PM Najib
Commenting on her landslide victory, he said Jamilah was now the best person to continue the legacy left by her late husband Tan Sri Adenan Satem.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![Tanjong Datu by-election: Jamilah's majority beyond expectations - Johari Tanjong Datu by-election: Jamilah's majority beyond expectations - Johari](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/51487429616_JamilahAnu.jpg)
Tanjong Datu by-election: Jamilah's majority beyond expectations - Johari
He said that it was also a very sweet victory because BN's objective to have the two opposition candidates in the fray to lose their deposits was met.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![Tanjong Datu by-election: BN wins by even bigger majority Tanjong Datu by-election: BN wins by even bigger majority](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/81487423744_PRKMenang.jpg)
Tanjong Datu by-election: BN wins by even bigger majority
BN candidate Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu defeated Parti Reformasi Negeri Sarawak's (STAR) Johnny Aput and Rapelson Richard Hamit from Parti Bansa Dayak Sarawak (PBDS) Baru, by a majority of 6,443 votes.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![All 16 Tanjong Datu by-election polling centres closed All 16 Tanjong Datu by-election polling centres closed](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/61487400806_PRKTanjongDatu.jpg)
All 16 Tanjong Datu by-election polling centres closed
Three more polling centres for the Tanjong Datu state by-election closed at 5 pm, concluding the voting process at all the 16 polling centres.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![Tanjong Datu by-election, an opportune warming up for EC in facing GE14 Tanjong Datu by-election, an opportune warming up for EC in facing GE14](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-01/41484801869_TanjongDatu.jpg)
Tanjong Datu by-election, an opportune warming up for EC in facing GE14
Its chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah said it would add up to their officers' expriences in conducting an election well.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![72 per cent turnout is achieveable - Abang Johari 72 per cent turnout is achieveable - Abang Johari](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/61486869059_LUNDU.jpg)
72 per cent turnout is achieveable - Abang Johari
Asked if the turnout of 75 per cent set by the Election Commission (EC) could be achieved, Abang Johari says Barisan Nasional (BN)'s target was between 70 to 75 per cent.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![16 polling stations open at 8am for Tanjong Datu by-election 16 polling stations open at 8am for Tanjong Datu by-election](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/61487400806_PRKTanjongDatu.jpg)
16 polling stations open at 8am for Tanjong Datu by-election
The process is going on smoothly despite a drizzle.
Sat Feb 18 2017
![Tanjong Datu by-election preparations in full swing Tanjong Datu by-election preparations in full swing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/41487323922_PilihanRaya.jpg)
Tanjong Datu by-election preparations in full swing
Polling preparations in full swing as Tanjong Datu by-election approaches.
Fri Feb 17 2017
![Polls in Sarawak have always been peaceful - EC Chairman Polls in Sarawak have always been peaceful - EC Chairman](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/51475148619_950x600.jpg)
Polls in Sarawak have always been peaceful - EC Chairman
Elections in Sarawak whether general, state or by-elections have always been very peaceful and incident free, said Election Commission Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah.
Fri Feb 17 2017
![Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739756921_trakpolis.jpg)
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 Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61739755397_tbSheikhNaimQassem.jpg)
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 Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739755125_JDAM.jpg)
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 reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738709801_TrumpNetanyahu.jpg)
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 Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738804705_tbRINGGITMALAYSIA.jpg)
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 Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
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? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
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 UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
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? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
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 he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
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