Friday, 6 February 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Borneo Hornbill clinch back-to-back victory

MIRI: Borneo Hornbill defended their title at the SOP Inter-Region Badminton Competition 2025, closing the weekend tournament (April 12–13) with a commanding performance marked by teamwork and consistency. Hosted at Tung Sports Centre in Miri, the annual event brought together 21 teams from all SOP regions, including international colleagues, in

Ting urges senior citizens to use healthcare initiatives

MIRI: Individuals aged 60 and above are advised to take advantage of healthcare services provided under the Senior Citizen Health Benefits (SCHB) programme and the ‘Kenyalang Gold Card’ initiative. Speaking to guests at a Majlis Ramah Tamah Aidilfitri event held at the Senior Citizen Service Centre (PPWE) today, Deputy Minister

60 poor children receive free reading glasses

MIRI : Sixty underprivileged children here received a clearer view of the world yesterday (April 13), thanks to a charitable initiative by local optical provider, Degree By Optometrist. These children are selected from various schools here and Hamidah Orphanage Complex. The free reading glasses were distributed as part of an

MMEA detains crew and vessels over regulatory breaches

MIRI: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA), Miri Zone, has detained two offshore support vessels approximately 9.4 nautical miles west of Tanjung Lobang. This action was taken due to two significant regulatory violations – the failure to report a change of captain to port officials, and the failure to display

Yii: Let’s build a thriving, inclusive and smart Miri together

MIRI: Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang has expressed hope that the newly appointed Miri City Council councillors will usher in a renewed chapter for the city, rooted in excellence, dedicated service, and transformative development. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of councillors at the Miri City Council building today (Apr

New chapter begins for Miri City Council with 14 fresh faces

MIRI: A total of 32 councillors have been appointed to the Miri City Council, heralding a new era of governance with 14 new faces set to join the ranks. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Miri City Council building, was officiated by Deputy Premier cum Minister of Public Health, Housing

Drug trafficking suspect apprehended in drug bust

MIRI: A 25-year-old local man has been apprehended on suspicion of drug trafficking, during operations conducted by the Narcotics Crime Investigation Division (BSJND) of the Miri District Police Headquarters. The arrest took place on Friday, following a targeted raid in the Jalan Bulan Sabit area here. During the operation, officers

Lorry driver arrested in massive diesel seizure

MIRI: In a significant operation carried out on Friday, at approximately 7.00 pm, Sarawak Marine Police Region 5, successfully intercepted a suspected vehicle here. According to Miri Police chief, ACP Alexson Naga Chabu, the operation led by an officer and four personnel as part of Operations Taring Landai, had stopped

Expo empowers youth as agents of national progress

MIRI: The Miri Youth Empowerment Expo 2025 (Ekspo Pemerkasaan Belia Miri 2025) was officially launched today with a mission to bring the aspirations of the MADANI Youth Development Model 2030 into real-world impact, especially for Sarawak’s diverse and dynamic youth. The initiative is spearheaded by the Sarawak Indigenous Intellectuals Association