Saturday, 2 May, 2026

8:19 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: Danny Wong

Sibu ‘Kumang Gawai’ contest on May 23 open to single Dayak ladies

SIBU: Single Dayak ladies, aged 18 to 30, are invited to participate in the Sibu Gawai Dayak 2026’s Kumang Competition which is scheduled to take place on May 23. Organising committee chairperson, Senorita Salleh, said participants must be at least five feet two inches tall to qualify for the competition

Sibu-Kuching airfares spark outrage, calls for price cap

SIBU: The one-way airfare from Sibu to Kuching on AirAsia has surged to as high as RM969, drawing criticism from Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Youth Chief, Cr Kevin Lau Kor Jie. Describing the fare as outrageous, Lau called on the Federal Minister of Transport, Anthony Loke Siew Fook, to

‘No Smoking’ signage required at business premises

SIBU: Business operators have been advised to display “No Smoking” signage at their premises in line with implementation of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852). Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee, explained that the Act is

SMK Methodist SPM high achievers get cash incentives

SIBU: A total of 123 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2025 high achievers from SMK Methodist here have received education excellence incentives from Bukit Assek assemblyman, Joseph Chieng. The presentation ceremony which took place at the school hall today, was for those students who achieved 5A and above in their SPM

New leadership to take helm at joint ceremony

SIBU: Junior Chamber International (JCI) Mandarin Sibu, together with its affiliated chapter, JCI Youth Methodist Pilley Institute (MPI), will jointly organise the “Joint Installation Ceremony 2026”, to be held at Hai Bing Seafood Restaurant here on April 18 (Sat) at 6.30 pm. The ceremony marks a significant milestone for both

Youth urged to uphold unity legacy

SIBU: The younger generation in the state is urged to emulate the spirit of Sarawak’s leaders, who have consistently prioritised unity and harmony in a diverse society. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Youth Chief, Councillor Kevin Lau Kor Jie, said that the stability and peace enjoyed by the people today

Growing threat from illegal money lenders

SIBU: The activities of illegal online money lending syndicates are becoming increasingly worrying, as their tactics not only trap victims with unreasonable debts, but also involve serious criminal threats, including threats of harming family members and kidnapping. This was revealed by the President of the National Consumer Action Council (MTPN)

Rantau Panjang plant to boost supply

SIBU: Works on the Rantau Panjang Acute Water Treatment Plant are progressing steadily and will supply up to five million litres of water daily upon completion, addressing long-standing supply issues in the area. The project, which began in early March this year, is currently about 15 per cent complete and

Urgent need to open JPPM office to expedite services

SIBU: The Malaysian Societies Registration Department (JPPM) has been advised to look into the proposal to open its office here to facilitate the administrative affairs of associations that are growing rapidly in this area. The proposal was voiced by Bukit Assek assemblyman, Joseph Chieng Jin Ek, who saw the urgent

Parental attention vital to children’s progress

SIBU: Parents are urged to play a more active role in supporting their children’s development, especially in facing the challenges of the increasingly complex digital world. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang Min g Tee, said that children are now exposed to various pressures