In the Sarawak Kayan community, death is not seen as an immediate departure from the world of the living. Instead, the passing of a Maren, a member of the traditional aristocratic class, begins a sixteen-day vigil known as ‘duak sayak do’, during which the deceased is believed to remain spiritually
KUCHING: A woman unknowingly named guarantor for her uncle’s alleged debt fears a confidential police report leak after unknown individuals obtained the document and continued issuing threats against her. Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Public Complaints Bureau Chief, Milton Foo, said the complainant first lodged a police report in May
KUCHING: Sarawak and Singapore have agreed to strengthen cooperation in environmental education for young people, focusing on student exchanges between primary and secondary schools. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the matter was discussed with Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong during a meeting yesterday
KUCHING: Two Sarawak Tribune reporters were honoured at the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) Appreciation and Excellence Service Awards ceremony last night, receiving the prestigious SFC Media Appreciation Award. Digital chief reporter Sarah Hafizah Chandra took home the News Reporting Award – English for her special report highlighting the natural wonders
KUCHING: The Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) Sarawak branch elected its new executive committee for the 2025-2027 term today, with Nancy Nais appointed as chairwoman. She takes over from Alice Wee, who has led the association since 2015, supported by Vice-Chairman, Aden Nagrace. The new line-up also includes Dr Malia Taibi
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government will soon introduce its State Ownership Policy, aimed at strengthening the management of State assets through prudent governance and accountability. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the policy will be detailed during the upcoming State Budget session in November, noting that it
KUCHING: Sarawak is intensifying preparations to co-host the 2027 SEA Games, with major upgrades in sports infrastructure and 16 events already confirmed for the state. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the state government had approved the construction of a velodrome, even though
KUCHING: A 70-year-old retiree here narrowly avoided becoming a victim of an elaborate international scam after seeking help from Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Public Complaints Bureau chief, Milton Foo. Foo revealed the case at a press conference today, stressing the need for public vigilance against increasingly sophisticated fraud syndicates.
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to make history with the first-ever Sarawak International Open DanceSport Championship 2025, scheduled to take place on September 20 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Deputy Minister for Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, said the championship marks a milestone for the state’s
KUCHING: Sarawak has taken a major step forward in developing its aviation sector with the launch of the ‘On-Ground + Cabin Crew’ programme, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the state. Jointly organised by CENTEXS Commercial and Batik Air, the programme aims to equip local youths with practical skills and industry exposure,
