Saturday, 18 April 2026

Author: News Desk

Public urged to remain vigilant following Sadong Jaya crocodile attack

KUCHING: The public has been urged to exercise greater caution whenever they are near rivers and coastal areas following the recent crocodile attack in Sadong Jaya. Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said residents, particularly those living in crocodile-infested areas, must remain vigilant

Festive cheer at Bintulu Airport boosts Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign

BINTULU: Tourism Malaysia ramped up its promotional efforts with a vibrant Chinese New Year 2026 celebration at Bintulu Airport today, turning the arrival hall into a lively showcase of Malaysia’s cultural charm. Held from 10 am to 1 pm, the event went beyond festive celebrations, serving as a strategic platform

Over 10,000 travellers welcomed at KLIA on first day of Chinese New Year

KUALA LUMPUR: More than 10,000 international travellers were welcomed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on the first day of Chinese New Year, signalling strong tourism momentum for the year ahead. Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, said the ministry, together with Tourism Malaysia,

Elderly man found safe after missing while collecting wood

SEBUYAU: A man who did not return home after going to collect wood in the upper river of Kampung Tungkah Melayu yesterday was found safe this morning. A spokesperson for the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Operations Centre said the 69-year-old victim was located by villagers at 9:30 am. “The victim was

Consumer protection enhanced for upcoming Ramadan Bazaar

SAMARAHAN: Efforts to protect consumers at the upcoming Ramadan Bazaar were strengthened through a special briefing on regulations, clear pricing, and food hygiene for organisers and vendors ahead of Ramadan. The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) held the briefing at Dewan Suarah, Samarahan today as part of measures to enhance

DBOT model proposed to transform Sarawak’s paddy industry

SERIAN: The Sarawak Government is proposing the adoption of the Design-Build-Operate-Transfer (DBOT) model to strengthen the state’s paddy and rice industry. Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD), Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said his ministry plans to introduce the model to boost rice production and optimise

Chinese community key pillar in Sarawak’s economic development

KUCHING: The Chinese community has long been a vital pillar in Sarawak’s economic, social and cultural development. “Your contributions in business, education and community leadership continue to strengthen Sarawak’s resilience and progress,” added Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas in his Chinese New Year 2026 message. He said Sarawak continues

Local social media influencer killed in early morning self-accident

SIBU: A well-known local social media influencer, Chen Ding Ding, 41, was killed after being involved in a self-accident at Jalan Teng Kung Suk 2 here early this morning. In the incident, which occurred at about 2 am, the orange four-wheel-drive Ford Ranger he was driving is believed to have

Head of State joins Sarawak police’s inaugural firearms training session

KUCHING: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Kuching Contingent today organised an inaugural shooting training session to ensure participants’ firearms skills and competency remain at an optimum level. The training, held at the Police Training Centre (PULAPOL) Kuching, saw participation from Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar,

SARAWAKfm holds symbolic contribution presentation for Al-Quran Tadarus Programme

KUCHING: A symbolic presentation ceremony for contributions to the SARAWAKfm Al-Quran Tadarus Programme was held as a mark of appreciation and support for agencies involved in making the annual programme a success. The ceremony was officiated by Deputy Director of Broadcasting (RTM) Sarawak, Norjihan Yahya, who represented the Director of