Sunday, 22 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Man killed by own brothers in freak hunting accident

BAU: Two men were arrested yesterday after accidentally shooting their own brother after going out hunting. According to Bau police chief DSP Poge Nyaon, they received a call from Bau Hospital on Thursday (Feb 16) reporting that a man had died after being shot while hunting with his two brothers

Cops on the heels of suspects in Jalan Penrissen robbery case

KUCHING: The police are currently on the hunt for three men believed to be locals who committed robbery at Taman Desa Paul, Jalan Penrissen yesterday (Feb 17). Padawan district police chief Supt Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said a police report was made by a resident in the area that

Sarawak Design Week draws 10,000 visitors

KUCHING: The just concluded Sarawak Design Week, which was held from Feb 13 to 16, drew around 10,000 visitors including professionals, design enthusiasts and the general public. Sarawak Design Centre (SARADEC) chief executive officer Dayang Nena Abang Bruce announced that the four-day event has been a resounding success, with a

Police tracking down suspects who desecrated graves in Meradong

MERADONG: Police are tracking down suspects who trespassed into the Selemas Cemetery, which went viral on Wednesday (Feb 15). Meradong district police chief DSP Sekam Anoi said that a family member whose graveyard was desecrated made a police report on Thursday (Feb 16). “On the same day, Insp Meredolyin from

Bau targets RM1.8bil in GRP by 2030

KUCHING: Bau is setting its sights on achieving a gross regional product (GRP) of RM1.8bil by 2030 for development in infrastructure. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Transport (Maritime and Riverine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said Bau, as a district would be having its own ‘Greater Bau’ master plan done by an

Rep: Give more Budget 2023 funds to Bau

KUCHING: More funds should be included in Budget 2023 for Bau’s infrastructure development, says Datuk Henry Harry Jinep. The Tasik Biru assemblyman stressed that Bau Hospital required urgent facility improvements. Besides that, he said another secondary school was needed to accommodate the growing population in Bau. “Currently, we have SMK

Lundu needs infrastructure upgrade to compete with Nusantara

LUNDU: Infrastructure development is crucial for Lundu to move forward, especially when border movements at the Biawak Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) are increasing. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang stressed that Lundu would need a township, equipped with a recreational centre and cultural centre, among others. “The majority of folk

Creative furniture designs inspire students

KUCHING: The first ever Sarawak Design Week (SDW) was well received by youth, especially students of local institutions, here. They said it had inspired them to venture into the industry in the future. Four students from Segi College Sarawak and a new student from the SayD’SignerSarawak programme, who were present

Accountant finds labour of love in batik art

KUCHING: The four-day Sarawak Design Week commenced today showcasing all things design, from furniture and home décor to fashion and handicrafts. And one of the booths that was immediately noticeable, thanks to its vibrant portrayal, belongs to 59-year-old Abdul Malik Adenan who owns Malek Batek Craft. Malek, who used to

Artworks inspired by waste items

KUCHING: Plastic waste can be given a new lease of life – and ‘The Bin Art Exhibition’ launched at Saradise Gallery on Saturday (Feb 11) aims to illustrate this to the wider audience. A group of artists, including lecturers and students from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) had a community engagement