Author: Amyra Varkisa

Man held for illegal possession of protected wildlife

SIBU: A local man has been arrested for allegedly keeping various protected wildlife species without valid permits at his residence here on Monday (May 19). The 49-year-old suspect was detained around 9.30 am during a raid by the Intelligence Branch of the 10th Battalion General Operations Force (GOF), following a

‘What About Kuching’ Festival returns to Sibu, targets 10,000 visitors

SIBU: The ‘What About Kuching’ (WAK) Festival returns for its second edition, bringing a vibrant mix of arts, culture, and lifestyle activities to the heart of Sibu to celebrate local creativity. According to festival manager Brendan Chin, this year’s event aims to attract around 10,000 visitors, following the success of

RM6.3 mil worth of smuggled fags, weapons and fireworks seized

SIBU: The General Operations Force (GOF) seized contraband cigarettes, fireworks, dangerous weapons and imitation firearms worth RM6,297,990 during a raid at a residence here last Wednesday (May 21). Deputy Commander of the Sarawak Brigade GOF, ACP Rosdi Inai, said the operation was conducted by the Intelligence Branch of the 10th

10 PATI detained at Bekenu Immigration Detention Depot

MIRI: The activities of several individuals operating as ‘mobile traders’ came to an unfortunate end when 10 foreign men were detained on Thursday. According to a statement from the Sarawak Immigration Department, these men were selling various goods, such as carpets, to residents in the area. However, their presence sparked

UTS, Mitsubishi launch historic first international scholarship

SIBU: The Mitsubishi Corporation Kuala Lumpur (MC KUL) International Scholarship represents more than just financial aid; it is a historic milestone for the University of Technology Sarawak (UTS). According to UTS Vice-Chancellor, Professor Datuk Dr Khairuddin Abdul Hamid, the scholarship is the first international scholarship initiative launched at UTS, symbolising

Housewife loses almost half a million ringgit in online investment scam

SIBU: A housewife in her 60s lost a total of RM447,300 after falling victim to an online investment scam that is believed to be operated through social media and messaging apps. According to Sibu Police Chief, ACP Zulkipli Suhaili, the victim’s ordeal began on January 11, when she befriended a

Fire partially damaged furniture warehouse

SIBU: A late-night fire broke out at a furniture warehouse along Jalan Pelawan on Wednesday, damaging about 23 per cent of the building. Zone 4 Fire and Rescue Department chief Andy Alie said they received a call at 10.25 pm and dispatched firefighters from the Sungai Merah and Sibu Sentral

64 foreigners arrested for violating immigration laws

KUCHING: Sixty-four individuals were detained by the Sarawak Immigration Department during a two-day operation on May 20 and 21. The operation, under Ops Sapu and Ops Belanja, involved 30 enforcement officers and covered eight locations around the city. “Of those arrested, 55 were men and nine were women, all suspected

Sibu Hospital urges community to donate blood this weekend

SIBU: Got an hour to spare this weekend? It could save a life. The Sibu Hospital Blood Bank is calling on generous hearts across the community to roll up their sleeves and donate blood at two upcoming campaigns aimed at replenishing blood supplies. In a statement via its Facebook page,

Community leaders must serve with integrity

SIBU: Community leaders must continue to serve as a vital bridge between the government and the people, said Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture said community leaders must effectively convey policies and foster social harmony. “Starting today, you bear the responsibility of assisting in