KUCHING: Authorities have uncovered a sophisticated electricity theft operation at a semi-detached house in Stampin here, where illegal cables were concealed underground to bypass the property’s electricity meter. The discovery was made during a routine inspection by Syarikat SESCO Berhad (SESCO), the operations and utility arm of Sarawak Energy. Inspection
BETONG: The construction of a three-storey building worth RM17.9 million at SK Datuk Bandar, Saribas, Debak will commence this February, with full completion expected by February 2028. According to a report by TVS, Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Mohamad Razi Sitam said the project is part
KUCHING: Sarawak is strengthening its science and engineering culture with the development of Sarawak Science Centre and Borneo Astronomy Centre in Santubong. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said these institutions are set to inspire curiosity, strengthen Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) literacy, and encourage young
KUCHING: Two Unesco Creative Cities of Gastronomy are deepening international collaboration through the universal language of food, using gastronomy as a platform to promote cultural understanding and goodwill. The Saudi Culinary Arts Commission, led by Majid Almuhanna, paid a courtesy call on Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee
KUCHING: Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi attended a dinner hosted by Tun Jugah Foundation chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Leonard Linggi Jugah on Monday (Jan 26). The dinner, co-hosted by Datuk Seri J.C. Fong and Datin
KUCHING: Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) is repositioning itself as a key driver of unity initiatives in Sarawak as it enters a new five-year phase following its Retreat 2026. According to a press release from the foundation, the retreat marked the official launch of YPS’ 2026–2030 strategic plan, setting a clearer
LAWAS: The Lawas Administrative Office Complex (AOC) is expected to begin full operations in March. State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the government departments in the Lawas district are set to occupy the newly built AOC by Feb this year to improve public service delivery in northern
KORAT (Thailand): Sarawak para athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the 13th Asean Para Games here, winning a total of 38 medals comprising 13 gold, 15 silver and 10 bronze. Their achievement made up a significant share of Malaysia’s overall medal haul, with Sarawak contributing nearly one in every five
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The opening of a new Eight Toast Nanyang Kopitiam outlet at The Summer Shopping Mall here is expected to boost local and domestic economic activity while creating employment opportunities for residents in the area. Deputy Minister for Tourism and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan said the expansion reflects
KAPIT: The RM1.92 million Kebiau Hall in Song has officially opened, providing the local community with a modern, comfortable, and inclusive multipurpose space for a variety of activities. It was officially inaugurated on Sunday during a ceremony officiated by Minister of Works and Kapit MP, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.