Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

A calling to serve in the most perilous of time

KUCHING: Firefighting is more than a career for Muhammed Mirza Dzalmira Miraj, a public relations officer with the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), and Senior Fire Officer II Herman Aldi. They see it as a calling filled with moments that leave deep emotional imprints. Both men were among this

Bomba to station AW139 heli in Miri for monsoon prep

KUCHING: The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) will station a new AugustaWestland AW139 helicopter in Miri as part of preparations for the Northeast Monsoon and potential disasters such as forest fires. Bomba director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad said the acquisition of the helicopter is part of a concession

State firefighters honoured with service medals

KUCHING: Thirty-three firefighters from the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) have been recognised with the 2024 Bomba Service Medal in appreciation of their dedication and contributions. At the ceremony, 23 personnel received the Pingat Cemerlang Bomba (PCB), nine received the Pingat Setia Bomba (PSB), and one received the Pingat

Nuclear energy project: Department to enhance capabilities

KUCHING: The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) will enhance its technical capabilities and team strength in anticipation of the possible implementation of a nuclear energy project involving Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah. Its director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad said that, in principle, all firefighters have already received basic-level exposure to

Postpartum service with a little TLC from Naila

FOR many mothers, the days following childbirth can be a blur, an emotional, physical, and mental whirlwind where joy is mixed with exhaustion, and love is shadowed by uncertainty. While prenatal care is widely available and birth plans are carefully crafted, the real challenge often begins once a mother leaves

Matang Baru road upgrade reaches 62%, targets early completion

KUCHING: The upgrading project for Matang Baru Road Phase Two is showing positive progress, with physical completion now at 62 per cent despite being slightly behind the original schedule. Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development, Datuk Ir Aidel Lariwoo said the RM77.43 million project involves the construction of a

Shortcut road to ease traffic woes mulled

KUCHING: The construction of a shortcut road from the Malihah junction to Jalan FAC has been proposed as a measure to ease the frequent traffic congestion along Jalan Matang here. Tupong assemblyman, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman, said the proposal has been submitted to the Sarawak government as part of a

Empowering talent beyond disabilities

KUCHING: Art is more than just a form of expression; it serves as a unifying force in society, especially when individuals with disabilities are given the opportunity and platform to shine. This was the message delivered by the Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Wellbeing Community Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah

Puncak Borneo MP backs 13MP, urges Dayak inclusion

KUALA LUMPUR: Puncak Borneo Member of Parliament, Datuk Willie Mongin, has expressed support for the overarching direction of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). At the same time, he also raised critical points for further improvement, particularly in the areas of innovation, start-ups and inclusivity for Sarawak’s indigenous communities. The 13MP,

Moderate air quality across Sarawak

KUCHING: All air quality monitoring stations across Sarawak recorded moderate air quality levels as at 4:00 pm today, according to data from the Department of Environment’s Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS). Currently, Mukah registered the highest Air Pollutant Index (API) reading at (98), followed by Kuching (79), Samarahan (75),