Friday, 16 January 2026

Author: James Wong

Public urged to take compounds issued in rabies op seriously

KUCHING: The public are strongly advised to take any compounds issued during the integrated rabies operation seriously. These compounds, issued by either the District Council or the Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVS), are legal enforcement measures under the Sarawak Veterinary Public Health Ordinance 1999. According to a Sarawak Public

Ranggau Riverbank project ready by May 2026

LIMBANG: The construction project of the Ranggau Riverbank here worth RM20 million is expected to be completed by May 2026. Limbang District Council chairman Sufian Mohat said the commencement date is May 2, 2024, until May 1, 2026, with a total implementation period of two years or 24 months. “The

Sarawak addresses traffic congestion at Merapok ICQS

LAWAS: The Sarawak government is actively devising short-term strategies to reduce traffic congestion at the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine, and Security Complex (ICQS) in Merapok here. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said this is to address checkpoint congestion here, in which Merapok recorded the second highest traffic volume after

Centre to boost devt of performing arts

KUCHING: The upcoming Performing Arts Centre is set to become an internationally recognised arena for performing arts activities in Sarawak. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the establishment of Sarawak’s own Performing Arts Centre will boost the growth and development of the

Sarawak’s cutting-edge Performing Arts Centre in the works

BY JAMES WONG AND NURFARAHIN OKI KUCHING: The upcoming Performing Arts Centre will not only serve as a platform for local talents, but also an international hub for creative talents. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the centre will be equipped with state-of-the-art equipment that will

Wan Junaidi keen on state wide familiarisation tour

KUCHING: Sarawak governor, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar is set to embark on a series of tours across the state. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information, and UKAS) Datuk Abdullah Saidol said the upcoming tour aims to bring Wan Junaidi closer to the public

Malaysia and Azerbaijan enhance bilateral ties in education

BAKU, AZERBAIJAN: The Malaysian government is actively working to strengthen diplomatic ties and foster deeper bilateral cooperation with the Republic of Azerbaijan, particularly in the field of education. President of the Malaysian Senate Datuk Mutang Tagal, during his courtesy call on Speaker of Azerbaijan’s Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova on May

Mutang calls on Azerbajian PM

BAKU, AZERBAIJAN: President of the Malaysian Senate Datuk Mutang Tagal paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister of Azerbaijan Ali Asadov on Wednesday. During their discussions, Ali Asadov highlighted the importance of the World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue held in Baku from Wednesday until today (May 3). He thanked Mutang

Premier sports tourism hub shines

KUCHING: Sarawak continues to shine as a key destination for sports tourism, illustrated by the success of the 40th Premier Sarawak Cup ITF World Tennis Tour Junior J300. Deputy Minister of Transport and tennis enthusiast Datuk Henry Harry Jinep praised the Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) for hosting this notable

Exhibition materials ready for Bau Gallery

KUCHING: The proposed Bau Gallery has already secured materials for exhibition. Deputy Minister of Transport cum Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the gallery is currently undergoing infrastructure preparations. “Once the infrastructure, including the building itself, has been upgraded and prepared, then the content will follow,” he told