Friday, 30 January 2026

Author: Jacqueline David

Permanent PPS in Long Busang in pipeline

ASAJAYA: The state government plans to set up a permanent temporary evacuation centre (PPS) in Long Busang, Belaga. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the said efforts are still being considered to ensure that there is an area for a permanent centre that is ready every time the

Traffic intensifies as CNY approaches

KUCHING: Traffic during the preparations for the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations can be intense, especially in areas with significant Chinese communities, such as around shops and malls on Jalan Simpang Tiga and Mile 7. In the days leading up to the celebrations, people flock to markets and malls to

Spoilt for choice at traditional CNY market

KUCHING: The Chinese New Year Festive Sale is here once again, a vibrant and bustling hub of activity that captures the spirit of the festive season. Stalls are lined up in a kaleidoscope of colours, decorated with red lanterns, banners bearing auspicious messages, and golden ornaments symbolising prosperity and good

Kenyalang market brings back traditional air to CNY

KUCHING: Festive sales at the oldest Chinese New Year market in Kenyalang Park got off to a roaring start today. It was officially opened by Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian amid fireworks and much festivity. This year, there are 264 stalls participating in the Chinese New Year

Contact relevant agency for immediate response

KUCHING: The public must reach the right authority if they have any suggestions to enhance the safety of the roads here, to avoid them being pushed around from one agency to another. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said road infrastructures under the councils will bear the council

Sim rallies MBKS troops to keep Kuching ahead

KUCHING: Staff at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) have been told not to rest on their laurels but to move forward by thinking out of the box. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian reminded them that is no longer business as usual. In this context he said

Dayak-inspired Lego figurines set to hit market by mid-2025

KUCHING: For enthusiasts, the Lego pieces for the Kumang and Keling figurines in Dayak traditional costume are expected to be available in the market before June 2025. Lego dealer Johnny Ng said he will present this idea to Lego headquartered in Vietnam for Asia, or otherwise if insufficient time to

Downpours and sky-high veggie prices

KUCHING: Vegetable prices at the Mile 7 wet market here are experiencing significant fluctuations, with heavy rains impacting supply, said vendors. “For example, kailan can cost RM12 per kilogramme or RM4 per bunch,” said a vegetable seller who wished to be known only as Madam Kong. “During sunny weather, prices

Talks on proposed Sarawak Medical Council progressing well

KUCHING: Sarawak Medical Committee (SMC) in collaboration with the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) will fine-tune some final details before the Sarawak Medical Council is formed. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said significant progress are being made as accordance to the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA 63) to achieve

Ministry urged to revise GP consultation fee schedule

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MOH) is urgently required to revise and update the current General Practitioners (GP) consultation fee schedule to ensure fair remuneration and long-term sustainability for primary care services. President of the Soceity of Private Medical Practitioners Sarawak (SPMPS), Dr Liew Shan Fap said the current GPs