Friday, 13 February 2026

Author: Alexandra Lorna

GPS senators rally over Sarawak’s oil and gas rights

PUTRAJAYA: Sarawak’s pursuit of full rights over its oil and gas resources is grounded in legal and historical legitimacy, aligning with the principles of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Senator Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim said that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) senators want to correct various misleading claims regarding the history and

Ramadan shapes Muslims to be more disciplined

KUCHING: The Ihya Ramadan Camp plays a vital role in shaping the character of teenagers while also enhancing their spiritual, mental and physical well-being in line with Islamic teachings. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the month of Ramadan is a time for Muslims to train themselves to

Putrajaya stepping up water reservoir initiatives

KUCHING: The federal government is further expanding water reservoir initiatives, including in Sarawak, to enhance water resource management and mitigate flood and drought challenges. In stating this, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said although Malaysia receives a high amount of rainfall, most of the rainwater flows directly into

Unresolved complex MA63 matters deliberated at highest level

KUCHING: Several matters or claims related to the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) remain unresolved and require further deliberation at the highest level. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that while some aspects of MA63 have been agreed upon, others are still under negotiation, with certain issues approved partially

MUT optimistic PETRONAS-PETROS collaboration finalised soon

SEBUYAU: The Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication (MUT) is optimistic that the commercial collaboration between Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (PETROS) can be finalised soon, enabling the effective implementation of the Sarawak Gas Road Map. Its Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the roadmap provides a clear

NADI centre a blessing for students’ online learning

SEBUYAU: The National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) in Kampung Sampat here has been providing significant benefits, especially to students engaged in online learning. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said that the centre plays a crucial role in bridging the digital gap for rural communities. “I have been

Power outage in Batu Kawa, MJC caused by snake

KUCHING: Syarikat SESCO Bhd (SESCO), Sarawak Energy’s operations arm, has confirmed that a power outage affecting Kuching’s Batu Kawa and MJC areas on the night of March 11 was caused by a snake making contact with its electrical equipment at the Batu Kawa-Malihah junction. In a statement, Sarawak Energy said

Hope Place helps disabled toddler

KUCHING: Hope Place Kuching is providing essential aid to a four-year-old disabled toddler, Nur Imara Qalisha Randi, by supplying her with children’s milk powder and baby diapers. Hope Place Kuching, in a statement, said that Imara, who lived in Kampung Haji Baki here with her parents and three older siblings,

Abang Johari witnesses handover of zakat contributions

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg witnessed the symbolic handover of zakat contributions totalling RM387,439 during the Yayasan Sarawak Group’s Iftar ceremony at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) last night (Mar 12). The contributions were presented by Yayasan Sarawak Group’s subsidiary companies with Petronesa Sdn

Free tertiary education details known by year-end, says Sagah

KUCHING: The full details of Sarawak’s free tertiary education programme will be announced in November. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the state government is in the final stages of implementing the initiative, with preparations nearly complete. “The free tertiary education that we