Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Author: News Desk

Police Officer suspended for insulting subordinates and altercation

A police officer who allegedly insulted her subordinates and was involved in a verbal altercation, as captured in two separate videos, has been suspended from duty. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said two investigation reports concerning the female inspector have been forwarded to the Attorney General’s Department. Furthermore,

Sarawak flagpole: Money-maker for state

KUCHING: The RM30 million Sarawak flagpole project will generate revenue directly and indirectly for various sectors including attracting thousands of visitors who either live near or far from the state’s latest landmark. In his response to the recent criticism by Democratic Action Party (DAP) that the project was a waste

SOCSO assures dependents of fatal accident victims protected

BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI MUKAH: The Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) is committed to ensuring that the welfare of dependents of victims involved in fatal accidents continues to be protected. SOCSCO Mukah Satellite Office manager, Mohamad Yazid Mohamad Hepni said that the welfare of the victims’ beneficiaries will be given attention

Habitat restoration crucial to preserve biodiversity

BINTULU: Habitat restoration is important for preserving biodiversity in Sarawak, said Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Datuk Majang Renggi. Majang stated that habitat restoration was in line with the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. It reflects the Sarawak government’s dedication to ecological restoration, biodiversity conservation and sustainable

Gawai Dayak 2023 highlights

BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI & ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: Hundreds of visitors flocked to the Iban Ethnic Arts Night 2023 on the sixth day of the Gawai Dayak 2023 celebration. Minister in the Premier’s Department, Datuk John Sikie Tayai, who officiate at the ceremony, expressed his satisfaction having observed that many

Sarawak judo gains momentum

KUCHING: Sarawak judo is experiencing a surge in progress, supported by increased exposure to international and local competitions, as well as enhanced support from the Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC) and the newly appointed president of the Sarawak Judo Association (SJA). In the Sukma Games held in Kuala Lumpur in 2022, Sarawak judokas

Two-day water supply disruption in Lawas

Lawas District will experience a water supply interruption scheduled to occur from 11pm on Friday until 4am on Saturday, spanning June 23 to 24. The Sarawak Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB) said the affected areas include Sundar Bazaar, Awat-Awat, Pekan Sundar, Kampung Tanjung Pagar, Kampung Sinampuan Baru, Kampung Aru, Perumahan

Phase three of Rahmah cash aid payout from June 26

Over eight million eligible Malaysians from the B40 group will receive Phase three of Rahmah cash aid (STR 3) beginning June 26. In a statement, the Finance Ministry (MOF) has announced the accelerated disbursement of STR 3, ensuring that payments will be made prior to Hari Raya Aidiladha, as initially

Indonesia transitions to the endemic phase of COVID-19

Indonesia President Joko Widodo has declared the country’s exit from the COVID-19 pandemic status, yesterday (Jun 21). This decision came in response to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) declaration of the end of the public health emergency measures against the virus. Jokowi emphasised that the Indonesian government took this step

Petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged

The retail prices for RON97 petrol, RON95 petrol, and diesel will remain unchanged from June 22 to 28, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF). In a statement, the ministry said the retail price of RON97 will remain at RM3.37 per litre, RON95 at RM2.05 per litre, and diesel at