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21 hours ago
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Motorcyclist dies after hit by lorry in Kota Belud
Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 20, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: The 7.10am accident claimed the life of the 44-year-old motorcyclist, who died at the scene from severe injuries. KOTA BELUD: A motorcyclist was killed in a crash involving three vehicles, including a 10-tonne lorry, along Jalan Kota Belud-Tuaran near Bukit Kelawat, early Thursday. The 7.10am accident claimed the life of the 44-year-old motorcyclist, who died at the scene from severe injuries. Advertisement Kota Belud District Police Chief Supt Shahrudin Mat Husain said the crash also involved a Toyota Hilux. 'Initial investigations found that the lorry, driven by a 51-year-old man, lost control while descending Bukit Kelawat. 'The lorry struck a Toyota Hilux driven by a 35-year-old man before crashing into the victim's motorcycle,' he said in a statement. The lorry and Hilux drivers escaped uninjured. Advertisement The victim's body was sent to the Forensic Unit of Kota Belud Hospital for further action. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. Shahrudin urged road users to remain cautious, obey traffic laws and ensure their vehicles are in good condition before travelling. * 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
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2 days ago
- Automotive
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Motorcyclist killed in three-vehicle crash at Bukit Kelawat
Published on: Thursday, June 19, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 19, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: The crash scene. KOTA BELUD: A motorcyclist was killed in a three-vehicle collision involving a 10-tonne lorry along Jalan Kota Belud-Tuaran at Bukit Kelawat on Thursday morning. The 44-year-old man died at the scene from severe injuries sustained in the 7.10am crash. Advertisement Police said the incident involved a lorry, a Toyota Hilux, and the victim's motorcycle. A preliminary investigation found the lorry lost control while descending Bukit Kelawat and hit the Hilux before crashing into the motorcycle. The lorry and Hilux drivers were uninjured, while the victim's body was sent to Kota Belud Hospital for further action. * 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
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4 days ago
- Automotive
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Tamparuli collision: Six hurt
Published on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: The aftermath of the accident along Jalan Tamparuli-Ranau. TAMPARULI: Six people sustained minor injuries in a two-vehicle collision involving a Toyota Hiace van and a Proton Saga along Jalan Tamparuli-Ranau near Kampung Togop, here, last Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred at about 2.45pm. All victims, whose identities were not immediately known, were reported to be in stable condition. Advertisement Tuaran Fire and Rescue Station Chief Senior Fire Superintendent, Mohammad Nor Amit, said they received a distress call at 2.47pm and dispatched a team of six personnel, including an officer, to the scene. The team arrived with one fire engine and an Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) vehicle. 'All six victims were handed over to Health Ministry (KKM) and Civil Defence Force (APM) personnel before being sent to Tuaran Hospital for further treatment,' he said. Firefighters also conducted safety checks on both vehicles and the surrounding area to rule out other hazards. The cause of the accident is under investigation. The operation ended at 3.40pm. * 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
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5 days ago
- Politics
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GRS ready to face any party in state polls: Hajiji
Published on: Sunday, June 15, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 15, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: Hajiji and other leaders at the meeting. - Pic by R Gonzales | Daily Express TUARAN: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is ready to face any opponent in the upcoming 17th State Election. He said this reflects GRS' stance, but any formal decision on political cooperation must be made by the coalition's Supreme Council. Advertisement Hajiji said this after officiating Sulaman Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah's (Gagasan Rakyat) annual conference here on Sunday. Hajiji also agreed with GRS Deputy Secretary-General Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, who supported the idea of GRS going head-to-head with Barisan Nasional (BN). He added that BN had already indicated a lack of interest in collaborating, and GRS would not force any party into cooperation. Armizan had earlier said he agreed with Sabah Umno chief Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin that GRS and BN should contest separately in the election. * 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
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6 days ago
- Business
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Collaboration crucial for entrepreneurship devt
Published on: Sunday, June 15, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 15, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: Ewon presenting a certificate to one of the participants. KOTA BELUD: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop) remains committed to supporting entrepreneurship development across the country, implemented through various agencies and financial institutions. Citing agencies such as Cedar and SME Bank as examples, its Minister, Datuk Ewon Benedick, said collaboration between the government, private sector, financial institutions and entrepreneurs is crucial in building a progressive, sustainable, and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Advertisement 'Kuskop will continue to support entrepreneurship development together with the implementing agencies involved, including state agencies and industry partners,' he said. 'This is in line with the Madani Entrepreneur Advancement Programme, a strategic initiative managed by SME Bank announced under Budget 2025 to strengthen the competitiveness and resilience of entrepreneurs in facing economic challenges.' 'Under Kuskop's supervision, the programme focuses on intensive training and soft skills development, in line with the Entrepreneur Capacity Empowerment Strategy outlined in Kuskop's 2025 Strategic Plan,' he added. He said this during the closing ceremony of the Madani Entrepreneur Advancement Programme organized by SME Bank, an agency under the Ministry, at Tag Valley here. It is understood that the programme involved 40 entrepreneurs from various districts, including Kota Belud, Kota Marudu, and Kota Kinabalu. According to Ewon, this programme is the second series held in Sabah, following the first implementation in the Tawau district last May. 'This is part of the Madani Entrepreneur Advancement Programme implemented by SME Bank nationwide. Kuskop will continue to support such initiatives in line with the National Entrepreneurship Policy (DKN) 2030,' he said. 'To date, a total of 1,361 entrepreneurs across the country have participated in this programme. I believe with the guidance provided by Cedar, a subsidiary of SME Bank, the business management quality of MSME entrepreneurs in our country can be significantly improved.' Since its introduction, the programme has offered various high-impact training modules, resulting from comprehensive engagement with entrepreneurs. 'Each module is designed to enhance knowledge, boost innovation, and prepare entrepreneurs to compete at higher levels,' he said. Further commenting on the programme's achievements, Ewon said as of May 2025, a total of 1,361 entrepreneurs have been trained under the Madani Entrepreneur Advancement Programme nationwide. 'Out of this number, 148 participants are from Sabah. This clearly shows a very positive response from the state's entrepreneurs, as well as the effectiveness of the programme's approach in enhancing their respective business capabilities,' he added. * 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
