Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Regulations for Para SUKMA to be amended

KUCHING: The Malaysian Paralympic Council (MPM) has agreed to amend the regulations for the 21st Malaysia Para Games (Para SUKMA) 2024, which will take place from September 20 to 28. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said that under the new regulations, any

Anti-rabies vaccination, licensing, microchipping & neutering on Apr 27

KUCHING: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) together with Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVS) will be organising free Anti-Rabies Vaccination, Licensing, Microchipping and Subsidised Neutering for Dogs this Saturday (Apr 27). According to MPP in its facebook post, the programme will be held at Lorong 20, Desa Wira Community Hall

Alternative roads to beat congestion ready next year

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Two alternative roads being built to alleviate traffic congestion from Kota Samarahan to Kuching are expected to be completed next year. Kota Samarahan MP Datuk Rubiah Wang said the two alternative roads are from Jalan Datuk Mohd Musa, Kota Samarahan to Kota Sentosa while the second road is

We’ll wait and see, says Fadillah

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has not yet decided whether it will support its federal allies in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election in Selangor, according to Deputy Prime Minister and GPS chief whip Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. “We haven’t received any direction so far, so I don’t

Setting good example for Sarawakians to emulate

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has emphasised the importance of consistently fostering unity among the people of Sarawak, setting an example for all Sarawakians to emulate. He said that especially during festive seasons, hosting open houses or gatherings can serve as a platform to further strengthen the

Construction of ART depot in full swing

KUCHING: Construction of the Rembus Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) Depot is underway, with the current focus on piling works for its mechanical workshop, according to a Facebook post by Sarawak Metro yesterday (Apr 20). Located in Rembus, Kota Samarahan, the depot will serve as the main hub for the Kuching

MP donates medical equipment to hospital

SIMUNJAN: Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee donated medical equipment to Simunjan Hospital recently. According to Rodiyah, the donation of medical equipment was an indication of the concern shown for the comfort of the patients and hospital. “The equipment include four air-conditioning units, three nebulizer machines, one set of camera scopes

AirAsia cancels flights to and from several destinations

KUCHING: Following the eruption of Mount Ruang in the Indonesian Sulawesi Islands, AirAsia is cancelling flights to and from several destinations consistent with  Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) Safety Information 09/2024  published at 11.50am on Thursday (April 18). According to AirAsia, the eruption has resulted in extensive volcanic ash

Leaders must stay connected with people

SARIKEI: The cooperation between leaders and the people will facilitate the implementation of development plans in every area. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said that leaders should be familiar and connected with the people regardless of whether they are representatives or leaders