Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Crime cases up in Kota Samarahan

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The crime index in Kota Samarahan for the first two months of 2023 increased to 58 cases compared to 56 cases for the same period last year, said Kota Samarahan police chief DSP Brodie Brangka. For the period of January to February, rape and break-in cases have been

Police prepared at all times, Samarahan police chief tells his men

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The rapid economic and social development taking place in the district requires the police to enhance their capabilities and strategies to deliver their services effectively. Kota Samarahan police chief DSP Brodie Brangka said Kota Samarahan is quickly emerging as a developing district, therefore the police force needs to

Inspired by Van Gogh, Alena has her first art show

KUCHING: Sape’ musician turned artist Alena Murang held her first art show at the Hoan Gallery, La Promenade Mall, here yesterday (March 18). Alena, who has been inspired by Van Gogh since she was in primary school, has also been greatly inspired by her Kelabit culture, along with her conversations

112 flood victims from 25 families evacuated

KUCHING: Twenty-five families who were affected by the flash floods have been transferred to a temporary relief centre at Sinar Budi Baru Hall here. The temporary relief centre (PPS) was opened today at 3 pm to cater to 112 flood victims from 25 families around Kuching. In a statement issued by

Entertaining viral video of man using coffin as sampan

KUCHING: A viral video of an employee of Chan Funeral Service has left social media users entertained. In the video, the employee was seen using a coffin as a ‘sampan’ to commute around. When contacted by New Sarawak Tribune, a man who would like to be known as ‘Ah Chan’

Four injured in two-vehicle crash in Song

SONG: Two cars collided into each other in a road accident in Jalan Temalat, Song yesterday (March 17). Three passengers in the first car experienced minor injuries, while the driver of the other vehicle only suffered light injuries. The Song Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), in a statement today, said they rushed

Bomba travel 76km to monitor Ulu Entabai Pakan landslide

JULAU: The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) team overcame a 76-kilometre journey to supervise the landslide situation in Rumah Gelimai Nanga Melepong, located in Ulu Entabai Pakan in Julau, yesterday (March 17).  Bintangor Fire Station chief Nicholas Belulin, in a statement yesterday, said they received a distress call around 9.40am

APM rescue citizens trapped in car following flash floods

KUCHING: The Civil Defence Force (APM) has rescued stranded citizens as a result of flash floods. According to a statement by APM today, their officials have rescued three victims who were trapped in a car in Jalan Laksamana Cheng Ho. “One of the victims was an elderly man with disabilities.

Flash floods swamp several areas in Kuching

KUCHING: Continuous rain since early this morning has led to flash floods in Kuching and Kota Samarahan, making it difficult for vehicles to move through the inundated areas. The places impacted by the flash floods include Tabuan Dayak, Mile 3 Underpass, Rock Road, Taman Desa Wira, Padang Merdeka, Uni Garden,

Media urged to portray, support local artistes

KUCHING: Local artistes can benefit from the support of a local media team, which can provide them with a valuable exposure and the opportunity to reach a wider audience. JayC Ho, a division head of the Sarawak Dancesport Association, dancer, performer and artiste spoke on behalf of all the artistes