Friday, 20 March 2026

Author: Faruqi Jeniri

Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap launched

BY JACINTHA JOLENE & LAKESH KUMAR KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today (May 13) officially launched the Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap, a strategic guide that will drive the state’s hydrogen agenda through 2035 and beyond. Abang Johari said the initiative will serve as a compass

RM900,000 allocated for healthcare upgrades in Kota Sentosa

KUCHING: A total of RM900,000 has been allocated for vital healthcare infrastructure upgrades in Kota Sentosa, which include the construction of a new medical laboratory at the Kota Sentosa Health Clinic, and various improvements at the Sentosa Psychiatric Hospital. Kota Sentosa state assemblyman, Wilfred Yap Sau Sin, visited both the

Car erupts in flames after crash, driver escapes unscathed

KUCHING: A driver managed escape a fiery death after his car crashed and burst into flames at Taman Highfields, Jalan Batu Kawa this morning. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said firefighters from Batu Lintang station were dispatched to the scene following a distress call at 7.34 am. Upon arrival,

Relocation, river deepening key to flood prevention

BINTULU: The severe flooding that occurred several months ago serves as a significant reminder to all parties of the urgent need to reassess the drainage system and river capacity in this rapidly developing area. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing emphasised that long-term measures, such as

Learning in the shadow of violence

LIMA: First they came for shop owners and bus drivers, ordering them to pay protection money on pain of death. Now the extortion gangs terrorising Peru have set their sights on fee-paying schools, threatening to kill staff or parents “inside or outside” the classroom unless they fork out tens of

TVS-UKAS tie-up soon to enhance broadcasting industry

KUCHING: TV Sarawak (TVS) and the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) are set to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to formalise their shared commitment to strengthen the state’s broadcasting industry.  The MoU will enable both entities to collaborate on human capital development, the sharing of broadcasting technology, and the

STEM Catalyst-Raspberry Pi programme to cover more schools statewide

KUCHING: The STEM Catalyst-Raspberry Pi 2025 programme is set to make a major impact this year, reaching over 6,000 primary school pupils across 18 District Education Office (PPDs) in Sarawak. Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the initiative, which runs from April

National C’ships dawn on May 23

KUCHING: The Malaysian Association for Powerlifting (MAP) National Championships 2025 is set to take place from May 23-25, with organisers expecting the largest field of competitors in the event’s history. According to MAP’s statement on Sunday, nominations are now open where MAP has revised the qualifying criteria, lowering the Qualifying

Temple gets RTP funds for upgrading work

KUCHING: A sum of RM100,000 has been allocated for the upgrading of the San Sam Kuet Bong Temple at Mile 7 here. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap who visited the temple on Monday (March 3) provided the funding following a discussion with the management of the temple and Padawan Municipal

Firefighters show kindy children the ropes

MUKAH: The Mukah Fire and Rescue Station (BBP Mukah) hosted an educational visit from Tabika Kemas Rumah Muring Matu recently. A total of 10 students, accompanied by 10 parents and two teachers, participated in the visit, which took place from 2 pm to 3 pm. The primary aim of the