Friday, 16 January 2026

Author: James Wong

Newly-minted Senate President gets candid

KUCHING: The appointment of former Bukit Mas MP Datuk Mutang Tagal as the 20th President of the Dewan Negara by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on Feb 19 was a historic moment as he became the first leader from the Lun Bawang community to hold this office. Mutang’s appointment came after

Daeloniel trains with Filipino champion for championship

KUCHING: Sarawakian professional boxer Daeloniel Mcdelon Bong is training with Filipino champion Herlan Gomez in preparation for the 2024 World Boxing Championship on May 11 at the Petra Jaya Multipurpose Stadium. Known as ‘Kilat Boy’, Daeloniel saw the sparring sessions with Gomez as an invaluable experience. He is eager to

Premier continues his Raya visits

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg continued his Aidilfitri visits on the ninth day of Syawal at the residence of former Tanjong Datu assemblywoman Datin Patinggi Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu at Santubong here on Thursday (Apr 18). Abang Johari was accompanied by his wife, Puan Sri

Initiatives to enhance utilities to be unveiled soon

KUCHING: The Ministry of Utilities and Telecommunication is set to unveil its latest initiatives aimed at enhancing utilities across four key areas during the upcoming State Legislative Assembly (DUN) session on May 6. Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the initiatives include improving coverage of water supply, electricity,

Abang Jo: Southern Sarawak may be spared ash fallout but …

KUCHING: The state government is keeping a close watch on the volcanic eruption of Mount Ruang in North Sulawesi, as it awaits guidance from scientists on the potential ash fallout. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg clarified that while areas like Kuching in the south might not

Turkey lauds bilateral trade with Sarawak

KUCHING: Sarawak is emerging as a promising partner for business collaborations with Turkey, said Emir Salim Yuksel, the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Malaysia. “I had the honour to meet with the Governor of Sarawak, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar today (Apr 18), and we

Gawai Bazaar chance for businessmen to make money

KUCHING: The Gawai Bazaar 2024 will be held in conjunction with the State-level Gawai Dayak Celebration 2024 at MJC Batu Kawa for the first time here from May 16 to 26. Serembu assemblyman and deputy chairman of the Gawai Bazaar 2024 working committee Miro Simuh said the bazaar will showcase

Abdul Karim urges enhancements at Kuching International Airport

KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts is urging Malaysia Airports Sdn Bhd (MASB) to expedite efforts in upgrading facilities at Kuching International Airport (KIA). Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed his disappointment with the current state of KIA, stating that the airport falls short