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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
GRS ready for Sabah polls, says Hajiji — but seat talks still pending
TUARAN, June 7 — Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is fully prepared to face the 17th state election, said its chairman, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Hajiji, who is also the Chief Minister, said GRS has conducted a series of training sessions across constituencies and state assembly areas to strengthen the coalition's election machinery ahead of the polls. 'Clearly, GRS is ready. We have established our election machinery and conducted several rounds of training in preparation. 'However, discussions on seat allocations have yet to take place,' he told reporters after officiating the Aidiladha sacrificial ritual at the Tuaran District Police Headquarters today. Also present were Sabah Minister of Rural Development, Datuk Jahid Jahim; Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai; and Tuaran Police Chief, Supt Noraidin Ag Maidin. The Sabah Legislative Assembly will automatically dissolve on Nov 11, ending the five-year term that began with its official opening by Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Juhar Mahiruddin on Nov 12, 2020, paving the way for the 17th state election. Commenting on the cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) for the upcoming election, Hajiji said GRS remains open to discussions with the party's leaders. 'The last time I met the BN chairman (Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi) was before the fasting month. While political matters were discussed, there have been no further talks on collaboration or related issues since then. 'There is no issue with meeting; I have great respect for all friends, especially the BN chairman, and we are very open on this matter,' he said. However, he said any party-related matters, including the 17th state election and potential cooperation with other parties, must first be discussed with the GRS Supreme Council before any decisions are made. — Bernama
Malay Mail
17-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Sabah man gets 16 years, 10 strokes for raping daughter over eight-year period; court confirms DNA link to victim's child
KOTA KINABALU, May 17 — An elderly man was sentenced to 16 years' jail plus 10 strokes of the cane by a Sessions Court here today for raping his biological daughter since she was eight years old and gave birth to his child. The 64-year-old accused had raped the victim until she was 16. She is now 26 and the child resulted from the rape is now aged 10. The accused pleaded guilty before judge Amir Shah Amir Hassan to committing the offence at the end of 2014 at an unnumbered house in Tuaran. He was convicted under Section 376(3) of the Penal Code which carries a jail term of up to 30 years and whipping, upon conviction. The court heard that he victim lodged a police report on February 4 which led to the arrest of the accused on the same day. A DNA test result revealed the accused is the biological father of the victim's child. The accused was unrepresented. — The Borneo Post * If you are experiencing sexual violence, the following hotlines offer free and confidential support: Talian Kasih at 15999 or WhatsApp 019-2615999 (24/7); All Women's Action Society at 016-2374221/016-2284221 (9.30am-5.30pm); and Women's Aid Organisation (WAO) at 03-30008858 or SMS/WhatsApp TINA 018-9888058 (24/7)
Daily Express
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Express
25 year old crowned Tuaran Unduk Ngadau
Published on: Friday, May 09, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 09, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: The Tuaran, Tamparuli and Kiulu Unduk Ngadau winners. KIULU: The 2025 Tuaran District-Level Kaamatan Festival saw 15 Unduk Ngadau finalists compete for the honour of representing Tuaran, Tamparuli and Kiulu at the State-level grand finale later this month. The event, held at Dewan Masyarakat Kiulu, drew more than 1,000 attendees and featured a full day of cultural festivities from 7am to 6.30pm. Visitors enjoyed traditional food, music, dance, games and exhibitions celebrating Kadazandusun, Murut and Rungus (KDM) heritage. Tati April Adelaide Agedius, 25, was crowned Unduk Ngadau Tuaran, while Tati Atitih Yati Robert, 26, and Tati Celarin Jenny, 25, were named Unduk Ngadau for Tamparuli and Kiulu, respectively. All three main winners each took home RM10,000 in cash along with a crown, trophy, certificate and treatment and beauty vouchers. First runner-up Tati Sera Vian Japrin, 24, took home RM3,000 along with a trophy, certificate and vouchers. Tati Betty Mary Jaikol, 28, placed third, received RM2,000 and similar prizes. The remaining 10 finalists each received RM1,000 cash, trophies, certificates and beauty vouchers as consolation. * 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
