Friday, 20 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Simunjan fire victims receive generous support and aid

SIMUNJAN: In the aftermath of the devastating fire that engulfed Kampung Masjid Sebuyau, a ray of hope shines upon the affected victims as they are embraced by the generosity and compassion of concerned individuals. In a heartwarming gesture, Sarawak Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Julaihi Narawi extended a helping

Sri Aman Development Agency committed to driving development

SIMANGGANG: The Sri Aman Development Agency (Sada) has reaffirmed its commitment to propelling development in Sri Aman, implementing strategic plans to uplift the area. Lingga assemblywoman Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor said Sada served as the catalyst for development in Sri Aman, urging media practitioners to promote its initiatives to ensure

PBB calls unity for Pelawan members

SIBU: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) members in the Pelawan constituency are urged to set aside their differences and work together for the betterment of the party. Addressing the gathering at Dewan Lakis here on Saturday, PBB Supreme Council Counsellor Syed Hamzah Datuk Wan Hamid said that in politics, disagreements

Youth urged to join the digital wave

LUNDU: The youth are encouraged to embrace technical and digital fields to support the state’s digital economy policy. During the opening ceremony of the Hydrogen and Tech 3.0 Safari programme here on Saturday, Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang said that the Centre of Technical Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) has responded to the

Taib attends 87th birthday bash

KUCHING: Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud celebrated his 87th birthday at the Riverside Hotel in Kuching on yesterday (May 21). The joyous occasion started at 8:30 pm with the arrival of Taib and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Raghad Kurdi Taib. They were welcomed by

Six branch chiefs to represent Iban community

SIBU: A total of six branch chiefs (ketua ranting) from Kampung Sentosa, Salim were appointed to represent the Iban community by the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Bukit Assek here yesterday. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek emphasised that this decision was made to enhance his service to the

Preserve nature or face self-destruction, says Minos

KUCHING: Every individual bears the responsibility to preserve nature and the environment. Chairman of the Bung Bratak Heritage Association (BBHA) Datuk Peter Minos said that this attributes the current heat wave to human activities that have disrupted and degraded nature and the environment in the pursuit of progress and advancement.

Kapit and Song receive RM500k for rural projects

KAPIT: Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants and donations totalling RM500,000 were handed over by Work Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi during separate events in Kapit and Song on Saturday. A total of 88 beneficiaries, including the Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK), non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and students, received the

Couples seal their love on 520

SIBU: Celebrating love in a heartwarming ceremony, Dr. Adele Damat and Hii Hieng Phoi have become the first couple to exchange vows on the auspicious date of May 20, also known as 520, at the Foochow Association here. Dr. Adele, a 32-year-old devoted medical professional at Kapit Hospital, is the

Ensure timely payment of assessment bills

KUCHING: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has issued a reminder to all ratepayers within its area to ensure timely payment of the first half-year 2023 assessment rates. The council stressed that the deadline for payment is on May 31 (Wednesday) and failure to comply with this deadline will result in