Friday, 16 January 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

I want detailed reports from agencies: MP

GEDONG: Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee wants agencies to prepare a comprehensive report during the district action committee meeting. She said the meeting is important as it provides an opportunity for government agencies to update and present reports on the planning and implementation of projects by these agencies. “Therefore, I

Kampung Daha Kisau Tebedu to get soccer pitch, thanks to govt fund of RM200,000

SERIAN: The Sarawak government has allocated RM200,000 for a football pitch in Kampung Daha Kisau Tebedu. According to Tebedu assemblyman Dr Simon Sinang Bada, the village youth have long dreamed of having their own football pitch, and this year the Sarawak government has fulfilled their wish. “I believe the new

Sports good platform to nurture all-rounders: Fatimah

DALAT: The 2024 Sarawak Sports Council (MSS) Mukah Athletics Championship serves as a platform to nurture well-rounded students, helping them build character and develop self-discipline, said Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. The Minister of Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development said discipline is the key to success for athletes at

Asfia makes courtesy call on Senate President

KUCHING: Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nasar paid a courtesy call on Senate President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah yesterday (July 31). The visit took place at the Malaysian Parliament building in Putrajaya. Bemee was appointed as the 21st President of the

Be tech-savvy but not at the expense of social skills, says deputy minister

SIBU: Parents and teachers need to find a balance between their children’s involvement in the digital world and the development of their social skills. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee stressed that while it is important for children to be technologically proficient,

Bukit Assek Redevelopment Plan to mitigate floods

SIBU: The town is now a step closer to the implementation of its Bukit Assek Redevelopment Plan. According to Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee, the Sibu Cloudburst Masterplan Study has been completed. “According to the briefing this morning by the Land

Continue fight for rights, Sim urges SUPP members

SIBU: The renovation of the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Sibu branch Sa’ati Hall bears significant meaning for party members, said its president Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The three-shoplot building, which was purchased in 1989, at a total cost of RM900,000 was funded by donations from hundreds of

Shutterbugs get assignment to tell it through photos

SIBU: Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng has urged all photographers in Sibu to not miss the chance to capture memorable moments during the upcoming Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) and the Malaysia Games (Sukma). He said both events, starting next month, are significant attractions that will draw visitors to the area,