This was a trending topic on Twitter just right after 5pm today. The incident happened at 3pm today where a private bus carrying 40 Bruneians crashed into a tree on a downhill stretch near Kampung Kaporingan in Tamaparuli, Kota Kinabalu. There were some casualties though it was not known of the exact numbers and there are some in critical condition as well.

According to New Straits Times Malaysia, the bus was traveling from Tawau, rolled twice on the road after the driver lost control of the vehicle. The roof of the bus was ripped partially upon impact.

I won’t report on the number of deaths as yet but I’m pretty sure this will make headlines in tomorrow’s print media. This is indeed as a tragic news for Bruneians and further raised the statistics on the casualties of road accidents among Bruneians. My condolences goes to the family concerned and hope the Bruneians all return to Brunei safely. Amin.

Xmas at Radisson


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The Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam is getting ready for the festive and year end celebrations. Guests are invited to indulge in a comprehensive program of Christmas and New Year’s Eve festivities in the hotel that will include live entertainment, a visit from Santa, Christmas crackers, party packs, bouncy castle and kids’ buffet.

On Christmas Eve, 24 December, Tasek Brasserie, an all day dining restaurant, will feature a sumptuous feast from 6.30pm to 10.00pm that will include delicious Christmas offerings to delicate dessert creations at only B$50.00net per person. Alternatively, enjoy a five course set menu specially designed by the award winning Executive Chef, Cameron Lawless at just B$88.00 net per person inclusive of a welcome drink at Deals restaurant (two seatings available from 6.00pm or 9.00pm).

On Christmas day, 25 December, spread the holiday joy with an amazing Sunday Brunch at Tasek Brasserie from 11.00am to 3.00pm that will include a bouncy castle, cartoon movie and special children’s buffet in the Mutiara Ballroom. Priced at only B$28.00net per person and B$14.00net per child (4 to 11 years old).

Rekindle the festive spirit of giving with a selection of Christmas goodies including delicious Christmas log cakes, Christmas stollens, fruit cakes, mince pies, gingerbread treats and decadent Belgian Chocolate Santa treats with prices ranging from B$4.00.

In welcoming the New Year in style, Tasek Brasserie offers an array of fantastic buffet spread such as Seafood Chowder, Beef Escalope, BBQ Whole Lamb, mouth-watering Chocolate Fountain and much more at B$60.00net per person or guests can ring in the New Year over a 5 course menu at Deals restaurant at B$99.00net per person inclusive of a welcome drink. Both restaurants are opened from 6.00pm to 12.00midnight.

Table bookings are recommended. For more information, please call 2244272 ext 8872.