SIBU: The use of drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) plays a vital role in helping Sarawak address geographical challenges and improve service delivery to rural communities. Sarawak Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin cited that safe and responsible use of UAV technology could contribute to sustainable solutions to
SIBU: A refrigerator, washing machine, and mobile phone are among the attractive prizes awaiting lucky visitors at the 2025 Mooncake Festival Celebration organised by the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bukit Assek Branch on Oct 11 at 6.30pm. The event, to be held at the parking area in front of
SIBU: Prof. Dr Tunza Mohd Riduan’s 21 years of service and dedication in the field of human capital development were recognised when he was named the recipient of the Most Active Speaker and Lecturer Award 2004-2025. According to a media statement issued on Tuesday, the prestigious award was presented by
SIBU: A 32-year-old mother was today (Oct 7) sentenced to 14 years’ imprisonment by the Sessions Court here for two charges of violating the Child Act 2001. When the charges were read and explained to Julia Utik from Bintangor through an interpreter, she understood the charges and the consequences of
SIBU: Teachers, especially Guidance and Counselling Teachers (GBK), are urged to register with the Career Message System (SPEAK) to ensure the dissemination of information on education, training and career opportunities to students can be done more effectively. Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Permanent Secretary, Adana Jed said
SIBU: The Sarawak National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) is disappointed with the water supply disruption crisis that has lasted for almost two weeks in the Eco Garden housing estate here. MTPN Sarawak president Lucas Lau said that since Sept 24, more than 400 residents in the area have been forced
SIBU: The National Association of Malaysian Life Insurance Fieldforce and Advisors (NAMLIFA) Sibu Branch hosted the 22th AKARD Award presentation ceremony at a leading hotel here on Saturday night. The prestigious event, held to honour top-performing and outstanding life insurance and financial services professionals in Malaysia, recognised the professionalism, high
SIBU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) Sibu Branch, in collaboration with the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC), has intensified efforts to curb illegal vehicle modifications through an awareness programme held at the SMC Public Library, Jalan Bako, on Friday. The briefing on vehicle modifications in accordance with the Road Transport Act
SIBU: A total of 395 vehicles of various types were inspected, and 78 summonses were issued to drivers for various offences during the Sarawak Road Transport Department (JPJ) Director’s Ops No. 14 of 2025 held at Jalan Deshon here on Thursday. The operation involved members of the Sibu JPJ Branch
SIBU: The fate of a 64-year-old man, Hui Chye Mee, who went missing after an express boat sank in Sungai Rajang on September 10, is still yet to be determined after almost a month following the incident. The victim, who was navigating his express boat carrying goods for sale, is
