SIBU: The recent directive by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) that the Ministry of Health (MoH) cut RM3.06 billion in operational expenditure has raised serious concerns in Sarawak. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Youth chief Kevin Lau said this decision comes at a time when Malaysia’s public healthcare system is
SIBU: The fishing community and residents of Bukit Lan, Sungai Labaan and Ensurai, came together for a lively Labour Day celebration on Friday (May 1), strengthening the spirit of unity and appreciation for fishermen. Bawang Assan assemblyman, Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, said the celebration was not only a platform
SIBU: In an increasingly challenging global landscape with increasing natural disasters, health emergencies and various social issues, the role of humanitarian organisations such as the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRCS) is now seen as increasingly critical in ensuring that the wellbeing of the community continues to be maintained. Bukit Assek assemblyman,
SIBU: The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu Branch’s Annual Inspection Parade 2026 held at Stadium Tun Zaidi here today (May 2) witnessed an encouraging and inspiring participation from the younger generation, with a total number of 378 student members taking part. Speaking at the event held in conjunction with
SIBU: Bawang Assan assemblyman, Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, paid tribute to the late Datuk Lau Nai Ho, describing him as a truly remarkable man – an outstanding community leader whose life exemplified dedication, resilience and service. Lau aged 75, passed away on April 27 after a period of illness.
SIBU: A total of 12 Village Development and Security Committees (JKKKs) and community organisations in the Bawang Assan constituency were presented with Minor Rural Project (MRP) Special Grants amounting to RM400,000 today (Apr 30). The grants were given out by Bawang Assan assemblyman, Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, at his
SIBU: A concrete mixer truck driver claimed trial at the Magisrates’ Court here today (April 28) to a felony charge of causing death by reckless driving. When the nature of charge was read and explained to Cliverson Jonathan, 50, of Sungai Durin, through an interpreter, he understood but pleaded not
SIBU: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof has pledged to review and support the long-awaited construction of a new Masjid Darul Firdaus following a Subuh prayer visit with congregants at Jalan Apollo here today (27 April). Fadillah, who is also Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, joined the
SIBU: A 53-year-old man was today (April 27) ordered to serve six months’ imprisonment by the Magistrates’ Court here for committing two criminal offences. In the first charge, Kong Chak Chieng, 53, of Jalan Oya was sentenced to six months’ imprisonment for obstructing police corporal Jinny Linggi and police constable
SIBU: Bawang Assan assemblyman Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh paid tribute to the late Puan Sri Dr Yong Sau Kan, the wife of the late Tan Sri Dr Wong Soon Kai, former Deputy Chief Minister, honouring her as a remarkable woman. Dr Yong passed away at the age of 100
