Monday, 9 February 2026

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Iconic bridge named after Taib Mahmud

BINTULU: The iconic Kuala Kemena Jepak Bridge has officially been named the Tun Taib Mahmud Bridge, in honour of the late former Head of State and Chief Minister Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the cable-stayed bridge was a symbol

Analyst: Broader solutions needed to tackle living costs

KUCHING: A more holistic approach may be necessary to tackle the rising cost of living, as well as to curb the steady increase in the prices of goods, says political analyst Dr Lee Kuok Tiung. He noted that the recent RM100 one-off aid announced for university students and low-income groups

State leaders call for unity, progress and resilience

TODAY, Sarawak celebrates more than just its history. We are celebrating who we are and who we are becoming. The state stands tall, proud of its heritage, united in its diversity and ambitious for its future. On this Sarawak Day, state leaders share a common message: a call for unity,

Public feedback needed to implement MADANI framework

KUCHING: Society across the country is urged to take shared responsibility in widely disseminating the concept and direction of Malaysia MADANI, alongside government agencies and the private sector. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that the MADANI framework, introduced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, is a

Governor lauds national figure at biography launch

KUALA LUMPUR: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar officiated at the launch of the biography titled ‘Guided by Integrity: A Life of Honour and Wisdom’ at the Tan Sri Abu Zahar Ujang Hall, Menara Lembaga Pertubuhan Peladang (LPP), here. Accompanying His Excellency at the event

Beladin’s fishermen receive new homes

BETONG: A total of 59 fishermen from Beladin here received new homes under the Beladin Fishermen Resettlement Project (PSN), a strategic initiative by the government to uplift the living standards of rural fishing communities. The official key handover ceremony was officiated by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun

KPDN, DOA strengthen ties to protect Sarawak’s agricultural products

KUCHING: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), led by Zubir Hamsa, Director of the Intellectual Property Section, Enforcement Division, Putrajaya, paid a courtesy visit to the Sarawak Department of Agriculture (DOA) with the aim of strengthening collaboration between the two agencies. The delegation was received by

Sarawak advances as semiconductor tech hub

BINTULU: Sarawak took a major step forward in its ambition to become an advanced technology manufacturing hub with the groundbreaking of a RM2-billion semiconductor-grade polysilicon plant in Samalaju Industrial Park. The new facility, developed by OCI Tokuyama Semiconductor Materials Sdn Bhd (OTSM), a 50-50 joint venture between South Korea’s OCI

Over RM291 million invested to enhance Lundu water infrastructure

LUNDU: The Sarawak Government is committed to improving infrastructure and expanding water supply in Lundu district and Sematan sub-district to meet growing demand for clean, sustainable water. Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi, said the state government has approved a number of water infrastructure projects worth over

Over 700 participants join Fun Run Gedong

GEDONG: The Fun Run Gedong 2025 showcases the spirit of sportsmanship and healthy living as well as attracting economic activities among the locals. The event, which started as early as 6:30 am on Saturday at Dewan Datuk Patinggi Ali Gedong, attracted more than 700 participants from various age groups, as