Wednesday, 1 April 2026

Author: News Desk

Thunderstorms and heavy rain forecast for Sarawak

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in Kuching, Serian, and Samarahan this afternoon (July 18). Residents in these areas are advised to take precautions and stay safe during the expected adverse weather conditions. However, no rainfall is predicted for Sri Aman,

Cleanliness begins at home: Tanjong Datu rep

KUCHING: Similar to the popular saying that charity begins at home, so should cleanliness start right at home. Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul Annuar Adenan said it is important for the people to have a mindset to uphold and prioritise cleanliness regardless of where they are. “The people of Lundu should

Sarawak’s innovative road construction plan: Utilising recycled materials

Sarawak is planning to construct roads using recycled materials, making use of discarded plastic bottle caps and rubber crumbs. These materials are believed to result in longer-lasting, higher-quality, sustainable, and eco-friendly roadways. Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister Dr Hazland Abang Hipni revealed that a company in Kuching is employing

Water supply disruption in Lawas

The Sarawak Rural Water Supply Department has issued a notice regarding a water supply disruption in the Lawas District, starting from 9am until 5pm today (July 18). The disruption will affect the entire areas of Kampung Melusuk, Kampung Belimbing, and Taman Punang. The water supply disruption is due to the

PSB-PDP collaboration way forward with Unity Govt

KUCHING: Parti Sarawak Bersatu’s collaboration with the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) is a way forward for PSB for the betterment of Sarawak. PSB Secretary General Baru Bian described the collaboration as the party looking beyond and taking into account the current political landscape of the country, which is now more

Sarawak may import halal meat from Brazil

KUCHING: Brazil is ready to enter the Sarawak market by exporting halal meat to the state and also Sabah. The Brazilian Ambassador to Malaysia Ary Norton de Murat Quintella said Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of halal protein. He noted that halal meat is a crucial source of protein

Strong earthquake in South Argentina

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) reported a powerful earthquake in South Argentina at 11.05am today (July 17). The earthquake, measuring 6.6 magnitude, occurred at a depth of 154 kilometres with coordinates 38.0 degrees south, 70.3 degrees west, and was situated 212 kilometres east of Temuco, Chile. MetMalaysia has issued no

Silat group seeks meeting with minister to resolve issue

KUCHING: Rumpun Silat Sarawak (RSS) is seeking a meeting with Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah and vendors to discuss the alleged outstanding payments in connection with the Sarawak Premier International Silat Championship 2023. The RSS executive working committee claimed that the information received

ASSAR study award for First Class Honours achiever

KUCHING: Amanah Saham Sarawak Berhad (ASSB) handed over an education incentive to one of its investors under its Akaun Pendidikan ASSAR scheme for completing and excelling in her studies at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM). ASSB manages the Sarawak state unit trust fund, Amanah Saham Sarawak (ASSAR). Martina Ngian Tero graduated

MoH advises on reducing dementia risk

The Ministry of Health Malaysia (KKM) has issued crucial recommendations to mitigate the risk of dementia, a syndrome characterised by gradual brain function decline. They stressed the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition, physical and mental activity, as well as managing blood pressure. In case of experiencing