Monday, 16 March 2026

Author: Alverdtekoster Anyap

Illegal gambling top-up agent arrested

SARATOK: A man was nabbed by police for engaging in illegal gambling activities during Op Dadu in Kabong on Saturday (Feb 21). According to Saratok district police chief DSP Mathew Manggie, a team from the Criminal Investigation Department arrested a 28-year-old man at a hut near Jalan Roban, Kabong. “The

Factory fire causes 60 per cent damage, no injuries reported

BINTULU: A fire broke out in a factory here this morning. The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) received a call regarding the incident at 9.09 am and dispatched teams from the Kidurong and Bintulu fire stations to the scene. “A 144×492 square feet permanent structure sustained approximately 60 per

Teenager found dead after three-day search at Kampung Kolong Sungai Tengah

KUCHING: The search and rescue (SAR) operation at Kampung Kolong Sungai Tengah ended in tragedy when the body of a missing teenager was discovered this morning. On the third day of the operation, the remains of 16-year-old Fahrell Zaquan Hasbullah were found by members of the public at about 11.20

Two houses hit by morning fire

BINTULU: Firefighters’ swift response prevented two houses from being completely destroyed in a blaze at RPR Kidurong today (Feb 22). According to a report from the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), a distress call was received at 11.21am regarding a fire incident at the residential area. Firefighters from the

Local man arrested in raid on illegal ‘holo’ gambling

SARATOK: Police arrested a 22-year-old local man for allegedly engaging in illegal ‘holo’ gambling at a palm oil plantation on Saturday (Feb 21). Saratok police chief, DSP Mathew Manggie said a team of personnel conducting patrols under ‘Ops Limau’ along Jalan Awik spotted a group of individuals gathered in the

Borneo Convention Centre Kuching hosts Ramadan food fest

KUCHING: Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) is hosting ‘Juh Sungkei di BCCK’, open to the public who want to have a taste of a variety of delicacies during this holy month of Ramadan. The ‘Juh Sungkei di BCCK’ event is one that should not be missed out as a total

Ramadan bazaars bring people together: Dr Sim

KUCHING: The Ramadan bazaar at Emart Batu Kawa which kicked off yesterday (Feb 19) turned vibrant and lively as communities of different backgrounds came together to purchase various delicacies, supporting local businesses. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the bazaar is more than just a marketplace for

Remains of crocodile attack’s victim found

SADONG JAYA: The remains of the victim of a crocodile attack here have been found by fishermen during the search and recovery operations around Sungai Buloh. According to reports, fishermen who assisting in the search discovered the victim’s remains at 2.22 pm this afternoon, about three kilometres away from the

Christians worldwide begin Lenten season with Ash Wednesday observances

KUCHING: Today is Ash Wednesday. It marks the beginning of Lent in the Christian liturgical calendar, and it is observed by Catholics, Anglicans and some other mainstream denominations worldwide. The day is observed 46 days before Easter Sunday this year and signals the start of a 40-day period of fasting

Head of State expresses optimism for prosperity and economic growth

KUCHING: Sarawak Head of State extends Chinese New Year greetings to the Chinese community, expressing hopes that the Year of the Horse will bring prosperity, unity and renewed energy to Sarawakians. In his Chinese New Year 2026 message, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said this year marks the