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
Racial unity in Sarawak the unmatched legacy of Taib Mahmud
Datuk Seri Azman Ujang described ex-Governor Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud, who was dubbed as Father of Modern Sarawak, as an unparalleled leader.
Thu Feb 22 2024
Sombre atmosphere at DUN Building as people pay last respects to Taib Mahmud
The Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building was enveloped in an atmosphere of sadness as the remains of former Governor of Sarawak Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud arrived here today.
Thu Feb 22 2024
King and Queen convey condolences to Taib's family
The Malay Rulers also expressed their sadness and conveyed condolences to the family of Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud, over his passing.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Abdul Taib’s body flown to Kuching
The body of former Sarawak Governor Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud has departed the air force base in Subang for Kuching.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Sarawak has lost a leader who contributed greatly to state development - Sabah CM
Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor expressed his condolences to the family of the former Sarawak Governor Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud.
Wed Feb 21 2024
MADANI govt extends condolences to Abdul Taib's family, people of Sarawak - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud's deeds and services to the country and Sarawak will always be remembered forever.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Cabinet Ministers extend condolences to family of Taib Mahmud
Fahmi Fadzil said Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud had contributed significantly to the development and modernisation of Sarawak.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Tun Abdul Taib's passing a great loss to Sarawak and country - DPM Fadillah
The remains of Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud will be brought back to Kuching, Sarawak for burial.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud's remains brought to National Mosque
Tun Abdul Taib Mahmuddied at 4.40 am after about a week of receiving treatment at the hospital.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Tun Taib Mahmud dies today at the age of 87
Former Sarawak Governor and Chief Minister Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud, 87, died in a hospital in Kuala Lumpur early today.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Claim of Taib Mahmud taken away not true - IGP
Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said the whereabouts of Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud are known to his siblings, lawyers and doctors, as well as nurses.
Wed Feb 07 2024
Wan Junaidi appointed the new Sarawak governor
Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar replaces Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud who held the post for three terms from March 1, 2014.
Fri Jan 26 2024
Astana Sarawak urges public to stop speculating on Tun Taib's condition
Junih Salleh Ahmad, said Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud's condition has been improving and currently recuperating overseas.
Thu Aug 03 2023
S'wak Polls: Abdul Taib Mahmud casts his vote in Satok
Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud cast his ballot for the Satok state seat in the 12th Sarawak election at the Satok Sports Complex here at 11.40 am.
Sat Dec 18 2021
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024