Sunday, 22 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Long queues lead to Ramadan culinary delight

SIBU: The sight of people queuing at a Ramadan stall is indeed an enticing spectacle for food enthusiasts, as it is a tell-tale sign that the stall offers a promising culinary experience. This remarkable sight was witnessed at the Ramadan Bazaar in Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 2, particularly at

Need more control over local matters

SIBU: Sarawak needs to regain autonomy in managing its healthcare and education sectors. The Honorary Advisor of the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP), Datuk Dr. Soon Choon Teck, said that the federal government does not adequately understand the state’s needs. “They do not know what we need, such as the

SUPP Dudong chief calls for autonomy in hospital HR management

SIBU: The board of management of local hospitals should have autonomy in the management of human resources, said Wong Ching Yong. The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Dudong chairman said that the board of management of local hospitals are best equipped to address their manpower needs, and not the Public

PDP Sibu Jaya Branch elects new leadership

SIBU: Councillor Paul Teo has been elected as the Chairman of the newly established Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Sibu Jaya Branch. Teo’s deputy is Udin Nasat, and the secretary position has been filled by Jaffery Gambang Bernabas Baie, with Angel Richard serving as the assistant secretary. Meanwhile, Ling How Chung

Tearful farewell to heroic constable

SIBU: It was a sombre evening as family and friends gathered for the funeral of the last Kapit boat tragedy victim, Constable Iskandar Ibrahim, today. The deceased’s wife, Anis Nur Ezzati, along with Iskandar’s parents and 12 siblings, bid their final farewell amidst heavy rain around 5 pm at Kemuyang

Free tuition for pupils in May

SIBU: Tuition classes for pupils in Primary 4 to 6 will be organised in the Nangka constituency starting from May this year. Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development, Datuk Dr. Annuar Rapaee, said that the programme will be jointly organised by several parties within the constituency. Among them

UTS offers English Enhancement Programme for SPM and UEC graduates

SIBU: The University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) has called on Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and United Examination Certificate (UEC) graduates to participate in its English Enhancement Programme (EEP). According to UTS, the programme is organised in collaboration with Yayasan Sarawak from April 22 to May 17 this year. “This 4-week

Over 100 individuals register for PADU

SIBU: Since the inception of the Central Database Hub (PADU), more than 100 individuals have registered through the Democratic Action Party (DAP) Lanang Parliamentary Service Centre, said Alice Lau. The Deputy Speaker of Dewan Rakyat said that her service centre has been actively assisting the public in the registration process

Organise more spiritual activities during Ramadan

SIBU: Mosques and suraus in the Daro constituency are urged to increase their spiritual activities during Ramadan. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad said that the mosque and surau management committees should organise spiritual activities in their respective areas to strengthen the bond among residents. “Let us together enliven the mosques and

Register with PADU at PDP Service Centre tomorrow

SIBU: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Service Centre for Bawang Assan and Pelawan will open a registration counter for the Central Database Hub (PADU) tomorrow (March 16). PDP Bawang Assan said that the registration counter will be available from 9 am to 3 pm at its Service Centre located at