Monday, 12 January 2026

Author: News Desk

Lee to flag off SOPMA Baton Run in Miri

KUCHING: The flag-off for the SOPMA Baton Run 2025’s first stop in Miri on May 4 will be officiated by Minister for Transport Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. The event, which aims to bring together 4,500 participants across Sarawak, is a key initiative in support of deaf sports and the

Road diversion from March 22 to July 21

KUCHING: A temporary road diversion will be in place along Jalan Tun Datuk Patinggi Abang Haji Muhammad Salahuddin from March 22 until July 21 to accommodate ongoing construction works. The Land Custody and Development Authority (LCDA) in a statement has urged motorists to exercise caution and strictly follow traffic management

SABATI spreads Ramadan cheer to trainees

KUCHING: The Association of Wives of Ministers and Deputy Ministers of Sarawak (SABATI) president Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang joined the Adiwarna Aidilfitri programme at Mydin Vista Tunku here on Thursday, bringing Ramadan cheer to 50 trainees from community-based rehabilitation (PPDK) Sri Satok. The programme was held

Stay vigilant to avoid being duped on social media

BALINGIAN: The MADANI community here is called to remain vigilant and prudent to safeguard against fraud and avoid being easily swayed by enticing offers on social media. According to the head of the MADANI Community in Kuala Mas Balingian, Khairunisa Habi Rahman, the public must be more vigilant and not

Sarawak braces for continuous rain

KUCHING: A monsoon surge is expected to hit the region from March 17 to 21, potentially bringing continuous rain to Sarawak, Sabah, and the southern parts of Peninsular Malaysia. According to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MET Malaysia), the weather system could also trigger strong winds and rough seas in the

Extra flights between KL and major cities for Raya

KUCHING: Batik Air, Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and AirAsia have agreed to increase their flight frequencies between Kuala Lumpur and major cities and towns in Sarawak, including Kuching, Sibu, Miri, and Bintulu, from this coming March 26 to April 6. In stating this, Minister for Transport, Datuk Sri Lee Kim Shin,

PJPN awards for 16 retired and former police officers

BINTULU: Sixteen retirees and former police officers were honoured with the Pingat Jasa Pahlawan Negara (PJPN). The award ceremony was held at the Bintulu District Police Headquarters Multipurpose Hall here today. The award recognises their bravery, sacrifices and dedication in safeguarding national security. Bintulu District Police Chief, Supt Nixon Joshua

Beware of scammers impersonating Nancy on Facebook

KUCHING: Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, has alerted the public about scammers impersonating her on Facebook by using a fake account with her name and photo. She asserted that these fraudsters are attempting to deceive people by creating accounts that mimic her official pages, falsely

Four rabies-positive cases detected in Kuching and Bau

KUCHING: Four rabies-positive cases have been detected in Kuching and Bau between March 3 and March 7, according to a statement from Kuching South City Council (MBKS). The cases involved three stray dogs and one free-roaming pet dog, all of which were reported as bite cases. The first case was

Miri Public Park to undergo major transformation

MIRI: With an allocation of RM1.5 million under the Sarawak Premier People’s Project, Miri Public Park is set to undergo a major transformation under Phase 4, Zone B – Rock Cliff and Forest Park. It is offering a larger, modern and eco-friendly recreational space for locals and tourists. The development