News near Hilton Kota Kinabalu Sabah
24 stories within reach of Hilton Kota Kinabalu Sabah, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Regional Airway Meeting (RAM) 2026
Regional Airway Meeting (RAM) 2026. 25 September to 27 September 2026, at Hilton Kota Kinabalu.
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Air pollution nears 200, Sabah activates operations control in 3 districts
Sabah has activated its operations control centre (PKOB) in Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Papar as the Air Pollutant Index (IPU) approaches 200. The state government has issued guidelines including cancelling outdoor activities and recommending school closures if the IPU exceeds 200.
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Sabah activates disaster operations in haze-hit districts
Sabah's disaster operations control centres in Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Papar have been activated as air pollutant index readings approach hazardous levels. The state government has recommended cancelling outdoor activities and closing schools if readings reach 200, while a haze emergency would only be declared at 500.
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Sabah activates disaster centres as haze worsens
The Sabah government has activated the State Disaster Operations Command Centre and district-level centres in Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Papar as API readings approach 200. State Secretary Datuk Zainudin Aman outlined measures from the National Haze Action Plan, including suspending outdoor activities and recommending school closures if readings exceed 200.
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Avoid outdoor activities, advises Sabah State Disaster Management Committee
The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee advised vulnerable groups to avoid outdoor activities after several areas recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings, with Kota Kinabalu at 177. The advisory includes wearing masks, staying hydrated, and avoiding open burning.
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Six Areas in Sabah Record Unhealthy API Readings, KK Polytechnic Highest at 185
Six areas in Sabah recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 8 am today, with the Kota Kinabalu Polytechnic station recording the highest at 185. The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee also reported six fire incidents in the past 24 hours, mostly bush or grass fires.
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Unhealthy air quality in four Sabah areas
Air quality in four Sabah areas reached unhealthy levels as of 6pm, with Kota Kinabalu recording the highest API of 154. The Sabah Environment Department attributed the haze to transboundary smoke from forest and peatland fires in Kalimantan, and is stepping up enforcement patrols.
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IEEE International Conference on Power Systems Technology (PowerCon) 2026
IEEE International Conference on Power Systems Technology (PowerCon) 2026. 11 October to 14 October 2026, at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
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NGO raises RM10k for the needy
The Wheels of Love Project, a joint initiative by JCI Kota Kinabalu and the Lions Club of Luyang A.C.E., raised over RM10,000 to provide mobility and medical equipment for the needy in Sabah. The equipment was delivered to homes in Kota Kinabalu, Luyang, and Papar by the end of August.
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Sabah FC squad depth worries coach Garrido
Sabah FC coach Juan Garrido is concerned about his squad's depth ahead of their FA Cup last-16 match against Selangor FC at Stadium Likas. He is worried about the limited squad size given the congested fixture schedule. The match is scheduled for tomorrow night.
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Sabah FC vs Selangor FC clash to be the focus tomorrow night
Four FA Cup round-of-16 matches are scheduled for tomorrow, with the highlight being the clash between Super League giants Sabah FC and Selangor FC at Stadium Likas in Kota Kinabalu. Other matches include Melaka FC vs Penang FC, Kelantan City FC vs Negeri Sembilan FC, and Kedah FA vs Star City FC.
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11th Malaysia Conference on Healthy Ageing 2026 (MCHA 2026)
11th Malaysia Conference on Healthy Ageing 2026 (MCHA 2026). 10 September to 12 September 2026, at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu.
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18th International Conference of Asian Academy of Preventive Dentistry (ICAAPD) 2026
18th International Conference of Asian Academy of Preventive Dentistry (ICAAPD) 2026. 30 September to 3 October 2026, at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu.
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SICC Marks Sabah Day with Local Culture, Entrepreneurs
The Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) in Kota Kinabalu celebrated Sabah Day with a special luncheon and community tamu, showcasing local food, culture, and entrepreneurship. The event provided a platform for local entrepreneurs and artisans to promote their products, with SICC CEO Datuk Rosmawati Lasuki emphasizing the importance of supporting local businesses.
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8th IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology (IICAIET 2026)
8th IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology (IICAIET 2026). 9 September to 11 September 2026, at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu.
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US encourages tourists to visit Sabah as security improves
The United States is encouraging tourists to visit Sabah following improved security, with its embassy in Malaysia lowering its travel advisory for the region. The announcement was made at the launch of the Freedom 250 campaign in Kota Kinabalu, a three-day event celebrating American independence.
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US embassy shifts Sabah travel status to 'relaxed' after security improvements
The US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur announced that Sabah's travel advisory has been relaxed to Level 1, encouraging more tourists to visit the state due to improved security. The announcement was made during the launch of the 'Freedom 250' programme in Kota Kinabalu, a series of events celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence.
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Ching Byn and Kelly win International 470 Open title
Chia Ching Byn and Kelly Yin won the International 470 Open title at the 31st Merdeka Day Open Regatta 2026, held at the Kinabalu Yacht Club in Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. The event also saw victories in ILCA, Optimist, Windsurf, and Stand-Up Paddle categories, with 59 participants total.
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Tenants frustrated over prolonged air-conditioning woes
Tenants at a shopping mall in Donggongon, Penampang, are frustrated over air-conditioning problems that have persisted for almost a month, affecting their businesses. They claim repeated complaints to management have not resolved the issue, and some have been asked to pay additional fees. The management has not responded to requests for comment.
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New KKIA Signage Becomes Popular Photo Spot
The newly installed signage at Kota Kinabalu International Airport has become a popular spot for travellers to take photos before departure, featuring Sabah's iconic sunset, Mount Kinabalu, and cultural motifs.
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Safa women maintain their winning streak
Sabah FA women's team defeated Selangor FC 3-1 at Penampang Stadium to remain unbeaten at the top of the National Women's League. Goals from Mai-Lisa Atis, Delainey Varela-Keen and Sebin An secured the victory.
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Kampung Numbak fire: RM3,000 aid for each Malaysian family
The Sabah State Government announced RM3,000 in aid for each Malaysian family affected by the Kampung Numbak fire in Kota Kinabalu, along with materials worth RM20,000 to rebuild their homes. Chief Minister Hajiji Noor made the announcement while visiting victims at the Dewan Serbaguna Likas evacuation centre. He also commented that the planned US military base on Balabac Island in the Philippines should not concern Sabah.
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Man held with 1kg suspected ecstasy
Police in Penampang, Sabah arrested a 31-year-old man and seized over 1 kg of suspected ecstasy powder worth RM20,150.
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Sabah nabs RM6.14 million in drugs in three August ops
Sabah police seized over 100kg of drugs worth RM6.14 million in three separate operations in Kudat, Papar and Penampang during August. The largest seizure was 50kg of methamphetamine in Penampang, and several suspects have been arrested and charged.