Saturday, 4 April 2026

Author: News Desk

JCI Night Run a platform to promote benefits of running

SARIKEI: The Night Run, organised by the Junior Chamber International (JCI), is one of their efforts to bring the Sarikei community towards a healthier and more active lifestyle. Sarikei Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii pointed out that the event highlights the benefits and importance of running for people’s

Plan to boost Dayak costume production

BETONG: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas is looking into plans to organise a seminar dedicated to showcasing the traditional costumes of the Dayak community. Recognising the value of these costumes, Uggah intends to explore methods of mass production to meet both local and overseas demand. “Our aim is

Provide subsidies to Sibu/Song/Kapit route buses

SIBU: The Sarawak Dayak Iban Association (SADIA) has called for subsidies to be given to buses operating on the Sibu/Song/Kapit route due to the high cost of living. Its permanent chairman Munan Laja, said in a press statement today that the current bus fares of RM16 for Sibu-Song and RM22 for

Lucky ‘SEB cares’ subscribers will get RM50 cash rebate

 KUCHING: The Sarawak Energy e-Bill lucky draw saw 250 subscribers selected as winners, where each recipient will receive a RM50 electricity bill cash rebate. In a press statement issued by Sarawak Energy recently, the RM50 electricity bill cash rebate will be credited to the subscriber’s next bill in their registered electricity

Gawai event with reps a platform for locals to express needs

SIMANGGANG: The Gawai celebration organised by the Lingga and Batang Lupar service centres has provided a platform for the locals to express their aspirations and needs. In addition to fostering stronger bonds between the people and their elected representatives, the event aimed to strengthen social ties and cooperation in building a

Moderate earthquake strikes Minahassa Peninsula, Sulawesi

KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has reported a moderate earthquake in the Minahassa Peninsula, Sulawesi, this morning (Jun 11). The earthquake occurred at 9.42am, registering a magnitude of 5.3 on the Richter scale. The epicenter of the earthquake was located at a depth of 120 kilometers, precisely at coordinates

Indonesian Putri Ariani earns Simon’s Golden Buzzer on AGT

KUCHING: In a sensational turn of events, Putri Ariani, a remarkable 17-year-old with visual impairment from Riau, Indonesia, has left the judges of America’s Got Talent (AGT) awestruck. Renowned for his discerning taste, Simon Cowell bestowed upon her the coveted Golden Buzzer during the 18th season of AGT. Putri Ariani,

Join in the celebration at the Karnival Intelek 2023 in Bintulu

BINTULU: Residents here are invited to come and join in the festivities of the Karnival Intelek 2023 The event is organized by the Sarawak Branch of the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) Sarawak in collaboration with the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA). Among the exciting activities lined up is an exhibition

No politics of vengeance, no oppression of individuals – Anwar

KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has firmly emphasized his commitment to a principled approach in governance. “While it is true that there have been individuals who may have faced consequences during my tenure, I firmly believe in upholding the integrity of the law.” Anwar expressed that it is

Junk food linked to sleep problems

JUNK food is already known to impact cardiovascular health, diabetes and the skin, but could it also be harmful to sleep?  So suggests a new study conducted by researchers in Sweden, who found that the quality of deep slow-wave sleep, considered the most restorative, could be disrupted after eating unhealthy