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KOTA KINABALU, The contribution from Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Juhar Mahiruddin has made it possible for two underprivileged students to pursue their tertiary education at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). Crisnanalina Jumis and Nor Fasha Natashya Abdul Rahim were presented with educational assistance, including laptops, by the liaison secretary to Juhar, Datuk Mohd Rashid Mohd Tahir, during a ceremony at the university today. Also present was UMS vice-chancellor Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor. Crisnanalina, 20, from the rural district of Paitan, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Juhar, the community and everyone involved in helping her pursue her Bachelor’s degree in Forestry.

KUCHING, Sarawak would like to promote two palm fruit harvesting machines produced by Sarawak Plantation Bhd (SPB) globally. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the machines, known as Lipan and Kerbau, can harvest 1.2 tonnes of palm fruits in two minutes, raising harvesting productivity. “I have discussed with MPOB (the Malaysian Palm Oil Board) about the machinery. This is a technology transfer. This means we have found a new technology to harvest palm fruit (in a more productive manner.) “I have invited MPOB to become an equity partner in the company (SPB). The Sarawak government will step

KUALA LUMPUR, The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Labour Ordinance of Sabah (Amendment) Bill 2024, the first amendment in 20 years since the previous one in 2005. Ten MPs spoke during the debate on the bill, which was passed by a voice vote. The bill was tabled for second reading by Human Resource Minister Steven Sim. When winding up the debate, Sim said the bill demonstrates the government’s commitment to ensuring that the rights and welfare of workers in Peninsular Malaysia and the 2.06 million workers in Sabah are equal and aligned with international labour standards. He said the bill

KUALA LUMPUR, ‘No amount of money can help you to summit the Mount Everest,’ that’s the advise given to aspiring climbers who wish to conquer Mount Everest by the renowned Pasang Tendi Sherpa, who has sumitted the world’s highest peak 17 times. Sharing excerpts of the treacherous climbs, Tendi who operates a mountain guide service company said his company has rejected 27 clients who wished to climb Everest after assessing that they lacked in training and experience, as climbers’ safety was always the priority over financial gains. The 41-years-old Tendi said, the mission for his clients is not just to

KUALA LUMPUR, Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Festival 2024 (KLEFF) has kicked off their festival via their media launch at IGEM 2024, Innovation Stage 2, KLCC. KLEFF 2024 is set to return for its 16th edition from 24th to 27th October 2024, at the newly revitalized Semua House in the heart and historic textile district of Kuala Lumpur. With its modernized facilities and vibrant atmosphere, Semua House provides the perfect backdrop for the festival. Source: BERNAMA News Agency