Food & Lifestyle news in Numbak
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Safma urges Todak Night Market traders to widen menus, get licences
Safma chairman Datuk Mohammad Mohamarin urged seafood traders at Todak Night Market in Kota Kinabalu to offer more varied menus to draw tourists. He said Safma will work with authorities on the issue of traders operating without licences there.
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Sabah's Malaysia Day 2026 celebration set for Sept 16 at SICC
Sabah's state-level 63rd Malaysia Day celebration will be held at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) in Kota Kinabalu on Sept 16 at 8pm. Committee chairman Datuk Jafry Ariffin announced the finalized plans after a courtesy call on the state's head of state, Tun Musa Haji Aman.
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Ideas Playground 2026 education fair set for Nov 7-8 at SICC in Kota Kinabalu
The Ideas Playground 2026 event, supported by Sabah's Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, will be held on November 7-8 at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu. The two-day programme aims to expose young Sabahans, especially those from rural areas, to various industries and future career opportunities through activities, exhibitions, and competitions.
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American state fair and Freedom 250 run draw hundreds to Padang Merdeka
The Great American Sabah State Fair was held at Padang Merdeka in Kota Kinabalu, featuring carnival games, food trucks, and live music. The event included the Freedom 250 Fun Run, which saw around 600 participants run 2.50 miles to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. The US Embassy's Chargé d'Affaires David H. Gamble Jr said the fair aimed to give Sabahans a taste of an American tradition.
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US Navy captain praises Sabah community after school renovation project
US Navy Captain Robert Reyes, commander of the Pacific Partnership 2026 mission, praised the warm welcome from the community in Sabah after a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the renovation of Babagon Toki Primary School. The project, completed over 25 days by engineers from the US, Malaysia, South Korea, and Australia, included new tiles, electrical improvements, and a new observation deck and gazebo for the school's 68 students.
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Sabah International Expo 2026 opens in Kota Kinabalu with 15 countries, targets RM10m in deals
The Sabah International Expo 2026 (SIE2026) opened in Kota Kinabalu, drawing participation from 15 countries and featuring 300 booths. Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick officiated the event, which targets about 10,000 visitors and potential business transactions of up to RM10 million.
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A taste of America in the heart of KK
Sabah joined celebrations for 250 years of American independence with the Freedom 250 Fun Run and the Great American Sabah State Fair at Padang Merdeka in Kota Kinabalu. The event featured 40 vendors, food, games, and performances, with US Embassy officials and Harley-Davidson riders taking part.
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400 Sabah students explore Chinese culture at event
About 400 students from across Sabah gathered at Kian Kok Middle School in Kota Kinabalu for the opening of the 2026 Chinese Culture Land programme, a week-long cultural exchange running until Sept 6. The event features activities such as calligraphy, martial arts, and shadow puppetry.
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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.