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Daily Express
4 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
TAED plans Nomad replica to honour Double Six victims
Published on: Friday, June 06, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 06, 2025 By: Crystal Hermenegildus Text Size: Pandikar and members of Sunduvan Sabah NGO pose for a group photo after the 49th anniversary commemoration of the Double Six tragedy. KOTA KINABALU: A replica of the Nomad aircraft from the 1976 Double Six tragedy may be installed at Prince Philip Park, Tanjung Aru, as part of its redevelopment, said Tanjung Aru Eco-Development (TAED) chairman Tan Sri Pandikar Amin Mulia. He said the existing memorial in Sembulan would remain, with the replica serving as an additional tribute to educate the public, especially youth, about the crash that claimed several state Cabinet members, including then Chief Minister Tun Fuad Stephens. Advertisement Pandikar assured the replica would honour the victims without sensationalising the tragedy, and said plans could be revised if concerns are raised by the victims' families. He said this after attending the 49th-anniversary commemoration at the crash site in Sembulan on Friday. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
22-05-2025
- General
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Awareness drive launched for Damai Rainforest's global recognition
Published on: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 22, 2025 By: Crystal Hermenegildus Text Size: The awareness programme participants. TAWAU: Public awareness efforts are being stepped up to highlight the ecological value of the Damai Rainforest Landscape and its nomination potential as a Unesco World Heritage Site. Kalabakan MP Datuk Andy Muhammad Suryady Bandy said this during a community engagement event aimed at fostering local understanding of the region's biodiversity. He stressed that community support is vital to preserving the Damai Landscape, which comprises Danum Valley, Maliau Basin, and Imbak Canyon. The Damai area protects between 15 and 20 per cent of Borneo's forest biodiversity and is home to more than 15,000 plant species. The launch event was held at Maliau Basin, with hopes that global recognition will follow. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
14-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah completes its section of Sabah-Sarawak power grid link
Published on: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 14, 2025 By: Crystal Hermenegildus Text Size: The transmission towers. SIPITANG: Sabah Electricity (SE), in collaboration with the Special Project Team for Sabah Electricity Supply (PPKBES) under the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry (Petra), has completed the Sabah side of the 275kV transmission grid interconnection project linking Sabah and Sarawak. It's Chief Executive Officer, Mohd Yaakob Jaafar, said construction on the Sabah section was completed in September 2024, and efforts are ongoing to finish the Sarawak side soon. The project scope includes a 7-kilometre stretch of high-voltage 275kV transmission towers and lines, connecting the Main Intake Substation (PMU) in Mengalong here to the Sarawak border. "Once operational, the Sabah-Sarawak interconnection will initially transmit 30MW of electricity daily, with the potential to scale up to 300MW," he said on Wednesday. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
14-05-2025
- Business
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Tenom Pangi hydro plant resumes full operation after two-year hiatus
Published on: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 14, 2025 By: Crystal Hermenegildus Text Size: Shahelmey and others visit the power plant. TENOM: The Tenom Pangi hydroelectric power plant is in operation, starting May 14, two years after being damaged by floods and a landslide. Deputy Chief Minister cum State Works Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya said the 66MW facility is a key power source for the state. "The gradual restart of all three turbines at the Tenom Pangi Hydroelectric Power Station, from October 2024 to April this year, shows the strong dedication of the staff," he said. "They worked hard to restore the plant's operations and helped increase its power supply to 66MW, which also adds to the electricity reserve for the Sabah Grid." Shahelmey reaffirmed the government's commitment to a reliable electricity supply, highlighting ongoing plans to meet rising residential and commercial demand and support future development. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
10-05-2025
- Politics
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GRS-PH-BN cooperation still possible, says Sabah PKR chief
Published on: Saturday, May 10, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 10, 2025 By: Crystal Hermenegildus Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Cooperation between Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) and the Pakatan Harapan-Barisan Nasional (PH-BN) coalition for the upcoming state election remains possible, with both sides open to talks. Sabah PKR chief Datuk Mustapha Sakmud ( pic ) said the formalisation of the PH-BN pact is welcomed but stressed the importance of giving local parties room to lead. He acknowledged GRS's desire to head the state government and said PH respects this aspiration. Mustapha also assured that Sabah PH has been included in all decisions made at the federal level and stressed avoiding any split in votes. He noted that a discussion opportunity between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor will arise during an event in Tawau on May 11. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
