Jason Santos

Jason is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow him on Twitter.


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Thursday, 03 Jan 2019 06:05 PM

Sabah Umno declares autonomy

We are no longer tied to central leadership as liaison body, says state chief Bung Moktar Radin.

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Sabah Umno declares autonomy

Thursday, 03 Jan 2019 01:01 PM

Ex-Sabah MIC leaders want to enrich themselves with new party, says former politician

Indians in Sabah don't need political representation as they are doing well, says former state MIC secretary

Ex-Sabah MIC leaders want to enrich themselves with new party, says former politician

Thursday, 03 Jan 2019 07:00 AM

Good riddance, Youth leader’s message to Sabah Umno defectors

Young blood has no baggage and free to shape party, says Abdul Aziz Julkarnain after exodus of lawmakers recently.

Good riddance, Youth leader’s message to Sabah Umno defectors

Tuesday, 01 Jan 2019 05:48 PM

Getting back Sabah's rights will take time, says Shafie

CM urges people of state to stay united as talks with Putrajaya proceed. 

Tuesday, 01 Jan 2019 01:53 PM

Sabah MIC is no more

Former chairman expected to announce new party for state's Indians this Sunday.

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Sabah MIC is no more


Tuesday, 01 Jan 2019 01:06 PM

Most Sabah eateries observe smoking ban

This is despite state cabinet not yet deciding on implementation.

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Most Sabah eateries observe smoking ban

Monday, 31 Dec 2018 05:41 PM

Smoking ban will hit poor Sabahans hard, state minister says

Sabah will wait for directive from state government before enforcing federal law, Jaujan Sambakong says.

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Smoking ban will hit poor Sabahans hard, state minister says

Monday, 31 Dec 2018 12:25 PM

Burglars beaten back by power of explosives

Early morning attempt to blast their way into a goldsmith in Kota Kinabalu fails.  

Burglars beaten back by power of explosives

Monday, 31 Dec 2018 09:18 AM

Blast at goldsmith shop rocks Kota Kinabalu

It is believed that explosion related to robbery attempt.

Blast at goldsmith shop rocks Kota Kinabalu

Sunday, 30 Dec 2018 07:00 AM

Bersatu to stay out of Sabah

Dr Mahathir Mohamad appears to wish to avoid a repeat of the 1990s political crisis.

Bersatu to stay out of Sabah

Saturday, 29 Dec 2018 09:53 PM

Kaamatan, Gawai to be celebrated nationwide, says DPM

The harvest festivals from Sabah and Sarawak are recognised as nationwide affairs to foster unity.

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Kaamatan, Gawai to be celebrated nationwide, says DPM

Friday, 28 Dec 2018 02:25 PM

Kuala Lumpur records highest crime index in 2017

This is despite an overall reduction in dangerous crimes last year.

Kuala Lumpur records highest crime index in 2017

Thursday, 27 Dec 2018 04:34 PM

BN, unlike Pakatan, always paid Felda settlers on time, says Najib

Former PM calls on ruling pact not to blame previous govt for its difficulty paying living allowance in a timely fashion.

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BN, unlike Pakatan, always paid Felda settlers on time, says Najib

Monday, 24 Dec 2018 01:53 PM

Hidden hands behind surge in Sabah non-revenue water?

State Water Dept director cites 5 incidents believed to be linked to termination of 20-year contracts.

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Monday, 24 Dec 2018 01:20 PM

Sabah to review smoking ban first

State needs collective voice before adopting law, which comes into effect on January 1, and applicable to all eateries.

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Sabah to review smoking ban first