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Trans-Borneo runner impressed with Brunei conservation efforts
GERMAN runner Andreas Bussinger, 28, was smitten by the charms of Tutong District, while passing through Brunei to raise awareness and funds for environmental projects across Borneo. The run through...
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IFB signs with DART for TechXpo
IN CONJUNCTION with the Brunei Technology Expo (TechXpo) 2018, an official event partner signing ceremony between InfoCom Federation Brunei (IFB) and Dart Logistics Sdn Bhd was inked on Thursday. More...
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Iban woman embraces Islam
An Iban woman yesterday embraced Islam in a conversion ceremony at No 9 Simpang 18, Jalan Kecil Kiudang, Kampong Kiudang. Faezah Anak Bejau @ Suzanne Anak Bejau opted for the Muslim name Nur Qaisara...
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iUsahawan programme boost for budding entrepreneurs
Brunei Gas Carriers Sdn Bhd (BGC) organised a two-session dialogue under the iUsahawan programme for over 70 entrepreneurs from new and currently operating small and medium enterprises (SMEs), at its...
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Flag hoisting marks Indonesia’s 73rd Independence Day
The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Brunei Darussalam held a flag hoisting ceremony in conjunction with the 73rd anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia at Jalan...
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BIBD bolstering efforts to create cashless society
Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) will add two new products to the BIBD NEXGEN universe – BIBD BizNet and QuickPay – to bolster Brunei Darussalam’s move towards a fully cashless society via seamless...
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His Majesty appoints new RBAirF Commander
With the consent of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei...
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Royal Bees down Terengganu Darul Iman 54-38
Her Royal Highness Princess Fadzilah Lubabul Bolkiah led Brunei Darussalam’s Royal Bees Netball Team to victory against Terengganu Darul Iman Netball Team yesterday evening at the Multi-Purpose Hall...
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Venezuela hikes wages ahead of monetary overhaul
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro raised wages for the fifth time this year and said he wanted to peg prices to the nation’s fledgling cryptocurrency as part of a package...
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Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan dies at 80
GENEVA (AP) – Kofi Annan, one of the world’s most celebrated diplomats and a charismatic symbol of the United Nations (UN) who rose through its ranks to become the first black African...
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Saudi Arabia prepares for annual Haj pilgrimage
MAKKAH, Saudi Arabia (AP) – Saudi Arabia is preparing to host the annual Haj pilgrimage beginning today, as over 1.6 million Muslims from abroad have arrived in the kingdom. The pilgrimage represents...
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Thousands await rescue amid deadly south Indian floods
NEW DELHI (AP) – Thousands of stranded people were waiting for rescue yesterday and officials pleaded for more help as relentless monsoon floods battered the south Indian state of Kerala, where more...
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Chinese plane pulled from mud at Philippine airport
MANILA (AFP) – A Chinese plane that slid off the runway at Manila airport was removed from the muddy spot where it had been stuck for more than a day, officials said, allowing normal operations to...
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RBPF hold meeting with Belait Neighbourhood Watch members
Officers of the Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF) and penghulus, village heads and longhouse chiefs, and members of the Neighbourhood Watch of the Belait District held their second quarterly annual...
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Competition places religious drama as cultural heritage
SAYYIDINA Abu Bakar Secondary School emerged champion in the first Religious Drama Competition for Government Secondary Schools final yesterday morning at the Sarmayuda Hall of the Language and...
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Minister raises curtain on TechXpo 2018
THE Brunei Technology Expo (TechXpo) 2018 was launched by Minister of Communications Dato Seri Setia Awang Abdul Mutalib bin Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Setia Dato Paduka Haji Mohd Yusof. The inauguration...
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Prince Mohamed receives in audience new Myanmar ambassador
His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, yesterday received in audience the new Ambassador of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar to Brunei Darussalam U Htin Lynn. More details in Sunday’s Borneo...
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Sultan graces Diplomatic Corps’ special reception
A SPECIAL reception to celebrate the 72nd birthday of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and...
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Growing elderly population poses challenges for Brunei’s healthcare system
| Azaraimy HH | WHILE Brunei Darussalam’s population at present is dominated by young people, the number of elderly in the country is rising steadily, bringing concern on whether the country is...
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Lady Luck smiles on Haji Amir Azman, nine others in grand draw
| Fizah HAB | HAJI Amir Azman bin POKPS Dato Paduka Haji Abdul Rahman yesterday took home the BND5,000 grand prize of the Prima Lucky Draw at the DST booth of the TechXpo 2018. DST Chief...
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