Tuesday, 12 August 2025

Author: News Desk

Muslims urged to contribute to progress

BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & JACINTHA JOLENE KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called upon Muslims, especially the younger generations in Sarawak, to continue contributing to the progress of the state. He emphasised the need for them to work hand in hand with those around them

Petrol and diesel prices to remain unchanged until July 12

The prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol, as well as diesel, will remain unchanged starting today (July 6) until July 12, according to the Finance Ministry (MOF). In a statement, the ministry stated that RON97 will be maintained at RM3.37 per litre, RON95 at RM2.05 per litre, and diesel at

Malaysia Vocational Certificate (SVM) results to be released at 10am today

The results of the Malaysia Vocational Certificate (SVM) examination will be released at 10am today. According to the Ministry of Education (MoE), candidates can obtain their SVM examination results from their respective Vocational Colleges or check their results online from 10am today (July 6) until 6pm on July 12. Online

Illegal cryptocurrency mining operations exposed for power theft in Sarikei

KUCHING: In a recent joint operation conducted by Sarawak Energy’s operational arm, Syarikat Sesco Berhad, along with the Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication and the police, it was discovered that two shophouses at Jalan Rentap and Jalan Jakar in Sarikei were engaged in stealing electricity for cryptocurrency mining activities. According

Centralised training for Sarawak Sukma 2024 badminton players

BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: The Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) is set to organise centralised training for its players in preparation for the Malaysia Games (Sukma) 2024. SBA honorary secretary Ting Ching Zung revealed that they have identified several players who will be selected to represent

Nanga Meluan Bridge to bring socioeconomic benefits to Julau folk

SARIKEI: Over 2,000 residents in the interior of Julau, particularly Ulu Mujok, can now heave a sigh of relief as the construction of the Nanga Meluan Bridge has been successfully completed. This bridge, spanning the Kanowit River, not only improves communication for the residents but also brings social and economic

Expanding Islamic network via Shariah Maqasid

KUCHING: The Shariah Maqasid approach needs to be translated and adopted as a guideline to expanding the Islamic network in Sarawak and neighbouring countries, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Taking the Islamic approach as Ad-Din (a way of life encompassing all aspects of human life,

Cabinet approves deployment of multilingual officers at national entry points

The decision-making authority for entry into the country, including airports, will now rest with senior officers of Grade 41 and above in the Immigration Department, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said previously, officers of Grade 29 held this authority. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday,

JPN officer suspected of soliciting bribe identified

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he will be handing over the name of a National Registration Department officer suspected of soliciting bribes for citizenship applications to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki. Addressing the media after a cabinet meeting at the Ministry of