Monday, 23 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Bekikis Bulu Betis re-recording above board: Shima

SIBU: Malaysian singer Nor Ashima Ramli, popularly known as Baby Shima, has firmly denied accusations that she was the subject of a police report lodged by a veteran Iban artiste over the re-recording of the song ‘Bekikis Bulu Betis’. According to the singer, she had obtained permission before re-recording the

Move to replace damaged fire hydrants in Pelawan

SIBU: Concern for the safety of the public has prompted a meeting to be convened to discuss the repair of ageing and damaged fire hydrants in Pelawan. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee chaired the session with the Sungai Merah Fire and

Igan MP lauds Sarawak’s fast-track repairs initiative for schools and clinics

SIBU: Igan MP Ahmad Johnie Zawawi has commended Sarawak’s new policy to expedite repairs for rundown schools and clinics using state funds, with later reimbursement from the federal government. Ahmad Johnie welcomed the initiative by the Sarawak Premier, believing it to be an effective approach to promptly address the issue

PDP Dudong chief urges honest use of aid funds

SIBU: Recipients of aid in the Dudong constituency are advised to use the funds responsibly and honestly. Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Dudong chairman Datuk Teo Boon Siew said recipients should be honest in handling the aid, as any donation not used for the intended purpose could lead to investigations and

JPJ Sibu hosts Hari Raya celebration

SIBU: Over 160 employees of the Road Transport Department (JPJ) Sibu Branch, along with their families, attended a Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration at the department’s office on Thursday (May 2). JPJ Sibu Branch chief Mohamad Faizal David Jemat said the event, themed ‘Classic Raya’, was also attended by personnel from

Construction begins on long-awaited road in Song, Kapit

SONG: After 14 years of waiting, residents of Nanga Kabah/SK Beguang Sungai Song, Song, Kapit can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the construction of the long-awaited road they have been appealing for has now begun. Federal Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi revealed that the residents have

Motorcyclist killed in accident

SIBU: A 24-year-old man lost his life after his motorcycle skidded and crashed onto the roadside along Jalan KJD here on Wednesday (May 1). Sibu police chief ACP Zulkifli Suhaili said today the incident left the victim with serious head injuries and he was pronounced dead by paramedics at the

SMC told to embark on big tourism push for Sibu

SIBU: The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) has been urged to intensify its promotion of the town as a major tourist destination in the central region, now that the Pan Borneo highway will be fully completed next year. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming

Sarawakians reminded to preserve bonds

SIBU: The public has been told to preserve and strengthen bonds among the community from various backgrounds. According to Political Secretary to Sarawak Premier Sayed Azmiee Wan Junaidi, festive celebrations such as Hari Raya, together with people from various backgrounds, prove that they are living in harmony. “This demonstrates how