Friday, 16 January 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Satok Suspension Bridge to close for maintenance

KUCHING: The Satok Suspension Bridge here will be temporarily closed from July 26 to Aug 4. According to a statement from the Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak in their Facebook today, the closure is for maintenance work on the bridge’s lighting system. “For any inquiries related to traffic flow during

All round praise for Abang Jo

KUCHING: The Keluar Sekejap podcast episode featuring Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has garnered significant attention, amassing 323,681 views within just two days of its release. The episode, launched in celebration of Sarawak Day, was made available on the Keluar Sekejap YouTube channel on July 22

Nanta assures residents collapsed log bridge to be rebuilt by timber firm

KAPIT: The log bridge across the river at Nanga Antaroh, Ulu Sut, which collapsed recently, will be rebuilt by the logging company responsible for its construction, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said. The Federal Minister for Works assured the public that if the company is unable to repair or reconstruct

More global teams for Borneo Cultural Festival

SIBU: The Borneo Cultural Festival is set to return on a grander scale this year, featuring increased participation from international teams not only during its international night but also on its traditional stages. Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) deputy chairman Mohammed Abdullah Izkandar Roseley said the event will take place from

Time to reflect with an eye on the future

AS Sarawak marks its 61st Independence Day celebration, state leaders shared their hopes and wishes, reflecting on Sarawak’s journey and future. They highlighted the progress Sarawak has made, from improving social well-being and eradicating poverty to striving for a high-income economy and free tertiary education. They also emphasised the need

Singaporeans drawn by ecotourism, flora and fauna

SINGAPORE: Unique ecotourism areas as well as the flora and fauna in Sarawak are the biggest attractions for tourists from Singapore to visit the state. According to Sarawak’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, these attractions, as well as culture, food, and festivals, also

RM85,000 uplift for Mambong communities

PADAWAN: Deputy Minister of Transport and Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr Jerip Susil distributed a total of RM85,000 in Special Grant Cheques to five local associations and women’s bureaus during a recent visit to the constituency. Beneficiaries included the Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG) of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Saint Bernard Sadir, the Village

Tiang proposes Sarawak history subject in local schools

SIBU: Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee has proposed introducing an additional programme or subject focused on Sarawak history in schools. The Pelawan assemblyman said this approach could serve as a temporary measure while waiting for Sarawak history to be included in

More programmes needed to engage community with Sarawak Day, says deputy minister

SIBU: Programmes that engage the community with Sarawak Day should be organised more frequently and annually to enhance people’s understanding of Sarawak’s history, says Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee. Alluding to the 722 Run For Sarawak organised by Seberkas Pelawan, the Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government

Sibu finalises preparations for SUKMA XXI

SIBU: Preparations for the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA XXI) in Sibu have reached its final stages. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee said the town is ready to welcome SUKMA athletes who will be competing in Sibu. “We are ready and excited