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KK needs better airport to support Sabah’s tourism boom: state tourism minister  

She said the state has already exceeded its target of 2.2 million tourist arrivals this year with 2.5 million recorded thus far. 

Uzbek airline explores direct flights to Sabah, enhancing Central Asian connectivity

An Uzbekistani-based airline is exploring the option of establishing direct flights to Sabah, which could enhance tourist connectivity between East Malaysia and Central Asia.

Better late than never: Sabah tourism players back tighter curbs on short-term rentals

Tourism players in Sabah have lauded the state government for considering a ban on private condominium units and residential homes being used as short-term rentals after tourists recently found a hidden camera inside a socket at an Airbnb property.

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

Malaysia Airlines tops domestic flight punctuality rankings of 85.3%

National carrier led on-time performance up to May 2025, as government enforces stricter rules on delays and passenger compensation

End of an era: Ex-Malaysia Airlines A380 faces dismantling in French scrapyard

Once a long-haul icon, the superjumbo is being dismantled for prized components as the airline modernises its fleet with fuel-efficient jets