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Transport Minister Anthony Loke delivers the keynote address at the International Civil Aviation Organisation Air Services Negotiation event 2024 (ICAN2024) at Sunway Resort Hotel October 21, 2024. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Global air traffic set for major rebound in 2024 with nearly 11pc growth, says Anthony Loke

Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg (3rd left) and his entourage pictured after arriving at their hotel in Singapore. — Picture courtesy of Sarawak Public Communications Unit

Sarawak Premier in Singapore for two-day visit to discuss green energy, digital infrastructure and regional ties

A file photograph shows workers at a construction site in Kuala Lumpur, on October 12, 2023. — Reuters pic

Malaysia’s economy likely grew 5.3pc from July to Sept, Stats Dept says

Kampung Sembulan Lama Residents and Welfare Association chairman Osman Omar Khan (left) briefs Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya about the situation in Kampung Sembulan during the walkabout October 20, 2024. — The Borneo Post

Sabah DCM: No abrupt, large-scale demolition in Kg Sembulan Tengah on Nov 1 as redevelopment talks continue

National Chambers of Commerce and Industry Malaysia president Datuk Seri N. Gobalakrishnan speaks during a joint press conference on Budget 2025 at Menara Matrade in Kuala Lumpur, on Oct 21, 2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Trade groups say Budget 2025 will set strong foundation for sustainable economic growth

Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang shows the pole cut by the thieves at Jalan Diong Kik in Sibu. — The Borneo Post pic

Thieves steal solar-powered streetlights in Sibu within weeks of installation, assemblyman vows to replace them

An undated photograph shows Kukuton as the Borneon Sun Bear Conservation Centre. — Picture from Facebook/Borneon Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC)

Goodbye, sweet Kukuton: Sabah sanctuary loses sun bear to stress from prep for release

This photo taken on March 5, 2024 shows China Coast Guard personnel filming onboard their vessel in the disputed South China Sea. — AFP pic

Chinese intrusion into Malaysian waters not yet security threat, says deputy minister

Firefighters extricating the victim, who was pinned to the driver’s seat. — Picture courtesy of the Fire and Rescue Department

Miri police: 69-year-old man succumbs to injuries after losing control, skidding into tree on Jalan Miri-Bintulu

Handout photo shows the victim’s body is being covered with a white cloth at the scene. — Picture courtesy of Royal Malaysia Police

Bintulu police probe deadly hit-and-run involving teenage motorcyclist on Jalan Pan Borneo Bintulu-Miri, seek witnesses

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir speaks to reporters after the after officiating the 2024 Academia Convention in Putrajaya, on Oct 21, 2024. — Bernama pic

After UKM memo kerfuffle, Zambry vows to safeguard academic freedom

Two parents’ groups have raised concerns about the absence of clear initiatives in Budget 2025 to enhance students’ mastery of the English language. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Parents’ groups question lack of focus on English proficiency, urge govt to prioritise the language in Budget 2025

Police busted an Ah Long or loan shark syndicate which also committed crimes across states, following the arrest of four men in a series of raids in Penang, Kedah and Perak on Thursday. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Four loan sharks arrested for allegedly torching houses, splashing paint across six states, say Penang police

A man believed to be a shopowner is distraught as he watches the fire destroying three pre-war shophouses along Jalan Besar in Kuantan, on Oct 19, 2024. — Bernama pic

In pictures: Fire razes three pre-war shops in Kuantan

The 40-sen-per-litre excise duty hike on sugary beverages does not involve regular granulated sugar commonly used by the public and food vendors, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Deputy Minister Fuziah Salleh. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

No excuse for price hikes, deputy minister warns: New tax affects only sugary drinks, not table variety

A file photograph shows Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail during a press conference in Putrajaya, on June, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Home Ministry mulls review of migrant labour quota as foreign workers near 15pc limit