A Recurring Environmental Challenge Reports in the Sarawak Tribune on March 28, 2026, about a 400-hectare peat fire in Kuala Tatau and 174 cases of open burning recorded within just 12 days underscore a troubling reality in Sarawak. Despite the well-known dangers and tighter enforcement, open burning remains deeply entrenched.
“COVID-19 flipped work overnight – office desks vanished, home setups took over. Sure, Work-From-Home (WFH) kept us safe and businesses running, but tech gaps, blurred boundaries, and missing coffee-break chats hit hard.” “Our experience of WFH during the pandemic was mixed. While many private sectors adapted quickly, I was told
“While Malaysia may see short term gains from higher oil revenues, the wider economic ripple effects – such as rising transportation and energy costs – are likely to place added strain on households and businesses. What appears beneficial at first can quickly translate into everyday pressures.” “BIG news from the
SARAWAK’S move to petition the Federal Court for clarity on the Petroleum Development Act 1974 (PDA), Continental Shelf Act 1966 (CSA) and Petroleum Mining Act 1966 (PMA) marks an important moment in Malaysia’s constitutional development. It reflects Sarawak’s effort to uphold rights guaranteed under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and the
EVERY year, right after the last ang-pow is given and the final lion dance drumbeat fades into memory, we quietly slip back into a familiar rhythm – one that leads straight to the nearest coffee-shop. This year was no different. My usual weekend friends and I squeezed into one car,
CHINESE New Year is more than a festive occasion – it is a season of reflection, renewal, and harmony. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the Spring Festival continues to embody values of family, gratitude, and unity. As the old wisdom reminds us, “When harmony prevails, fortune follows”. Origins rooted in
ON February 6, 2026, the Federal Court made an important decision about how we talk online. The Court upheld Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA), saying that remarks posted online which are “offensive” or meant to “annoy” can be treated as criminal acts. This ruling shows
EVERY single day, Malaysia fills up 690 garbage trucks – amounting to a staggering 3.7 million tonnes of waste each year. But the most alarming figure is this: more than 10,000 tonnes of food are thrown away daily. These numbers, published by Sin Chew Daily on January 11, 2026 (national
LAST Saturday morning, I had brunch with my usual group of friends at our favourite coffee shop, and our discussion centred on Malaysia’s recent interest rate increase to 2.75%. We noted how this policy move enhanced the appeal of ringgit-denominated assets in the international market, contributing to the ringgit’s strengthening
SARAWAK’S 83,708 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) remain the backbone of the economy, driving employment, sustaining households and anchoring community life. Yet many still depend on traditional methods – manual bookkeeping, paper records and face-to-face marketing – that limit their ability to compete in an increasingly digital global marketplace.