Friday, 20 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

White Paper paves way for Sarawak’s health autonomy, says deputy minister

SIBU: The passing of the Health White Paper (HWP) in Parliament recently paves the way for Sarawak to gain it public health autonomy. Deputy Minister of Public Health Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang Ming Tee said the HWP spells out what Sarawak wants for its public health services. “We

Equal emphasis to growth and well-being: Premier

SIBU: The Sarawak government has always adopted a balanced development approach that places equal emphasis on economic growth and the well-being of the people. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said a healthy country is always a rich country. “The term ‘well-being’ is usually associated with the

Instilling sports culture via Sarawak Makmur Run

SIBU: More than 2,400 participants took part in Rakyat Sihat, Sarawak Makmur event in conjunction with the Celebration of Sarawak’s 60th Independence Anniversary at Dataran Tuanku Haji Bujang here this morning. The launching ceremony and flag-off were officiated by Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang

Merdeka convoy aids in fostering patriotism

SIBU: The Sarawak 60 Years Independence Convoy created a sense of patriotism among the people throughout the state, said Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. The Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development said that having a sense of patriotism is what we want to inculcate among our people. “60 years of ‘merdeka’

Angelina Rani Gawan wins PSB Kumang Gawai title

SIBU: Angelina Rani Gawan was crowned the Kumang after defeating ten other beauties at the Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) Gawai Dayak Dinner and Kumang Gawai contest here last night (June 17). The 23-year-old substitute teacher went home with RM5,000 in cash along with various other complementary prizes. Meanwhile, 19-year-old Catalina Paloma Tuah

Actively interact with people to win their full support

SIBU: The leaders and members of Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) have been urged to actively engage with the community. Ba’ Kelalan assemblyman Baru Bian emphasised that leaders should be constantly alert and ready to assist the community in order to gain their confidence and support. “When election time comes, people will remember

Give Unity Govt your firm support, PSB members told

SIBU: Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) president Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh has called upon members of his party to lend their unwavering support to the Unity Government. Wong, who is also the Bawang Assan assemblyman, said that by doing so, they can ensure the government remains stable and strong in the

Entrepreneur corner for youth proposed

SIBU: The Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang has proposed the establishment of an entrepreneur corner specifically for young entrepreneurs. Tiang said that creating such a space would provide young entrepreneurs with more opportunities to develop their products. “I believe it’s important to find and

Calls for dedicated space to support young

SIBU: The Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government has proposed the establishment of an entrepreneur corner specifically for young entrepreneurs. Tiang said that creating such a space would provide young entrepreneurs with more opportunities to develop their products. “I believe it’s important to find and create a

Teen faces court charges for kindergarten disturbance

SARIKEI: A 17-year-old man who caused trouble at a kindergarten in Tanjung Manis recently is expected to be charged in court. Sarikei district police chief, Superintendent Awang Arfian Awang Bujang, said that a urine test conducted on the suspect confirmed that he was under the influence of drugs during the