Sunday, 18 January 2026

Author: James Wong

Internet service providers ready to be licensed

KUCHING: All internet service and social media providers have expressed their readiness to be licensed, recognising Malaysia’s significant market potential, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. He emphasised that Malaysia’s leverage lies in its market potential and the affordability of its internet services to its citizens. “Based on my recent engagement

Azam Kasihnya claims Raja Sungai title

LUNDU: The Azam Kasihnya Warisan team emerged victorious as the King of Batang Kayan River (Raja Sungai) 2024, dominating the final Men’s 30 Paddlers Bidar race on Batang Kayan River today (July 28).The team’s triumph netted them a RM12,000 cash prize and the coveted championship trophy. Buraq Terbang claimed second

Gas distribution talks to conclude by October

KUCHING: The discussion on gas distribution in Sarawak between Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) must be completed by October, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He stated that Petronas had initially requested a postponement from July 1, which was granted, but the

Ibu Pertiwi flag raising every first Sunday

KUCHING: The Ibu Pertiwi flag raising ceremony will be held on the first Sunday of each month at Dataran Ibu Pertiwi here. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the ceremony, organised by North Kuching City Hall (DBKU), aims to inspire the people of Sarawak to advance

Premier: Sarawak-Petronas gas distribution talks to conclude by October

KUCHING: The discussion on gas distribution in Sarawak between Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) must be completed by October, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He stated that Petronas had initially requested a postponement from the first of July, which was granted,

No need to politicise RM100m issue, Sim tells Chong

KUCHING: There is no need to politicise the RM100 million promised by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for repairing and upgrading dilapidated schools and clinics. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian made this clear after Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen criticised the Sarawak United People’s Party

Dr Sim Emphasizes Integrity in Governance

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian shared some straight talk about integrity, making it clear that public officials and regular folks need to stick to ethical standards to fight corruption. According to Dr Sim, integrity isn’t just following the crowd. It starts with each one of us.

ART to transform Sarawak’s public transportation

BINTULU: The final livery design of the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) vehicles, a modern public transport system for Kuching, was unveiled at the Sarawak Day 2024 celebration last night (July 22). The ART’s final design, which features the colours black, yellow, red, and white, mirrors the Sarawak flag. Premier Datuk

Bintulu Port ours now, but at a price: Premier

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will need to compensate Putrajaya once Bintulu Port becomes Sarawak’s property. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the compensation is specifically related to the acquisition of assets. “Last Wednesday, Parliament repealed the Bintulu Port Act (1981), and as a result, Bintulu Port

Abang Johari says it again: We never gave up our rights

BINTULU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed that Sarawak never relinquished its rights as a founding partner in the formation of Malaysia. On the contrary, he said, all of Sarawak’s rights, as enshrined in Sarawak’s laws before Malaysia’s formation, will remain in force unless amended in