MARUDI: A primary school in Baram – SK Long Jegan, Tinjar, was forced to close on Tuesday, after it was inundated in two-feet deep of floodwater. A Civil Defence Force (APM) spokesperson said, the water began flooding the area following heavy rainfall since November 25. Other affected areas included Rumah
MIRI: A total 26 staff of Sarawak Energy at the Samalaju substation attended a fire drill training course conducted by the Fire department on Tuesday. The training was aimed at exposing and enlightening the substation staff on proper actions to be taken in the event of fire alarms and to
MIRI: Several roads in the city centre will be closed to traffic to facilitate the Christmas parade this Saturday (Dec 2). In a statement, Miri OCPD ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the affected roads are Jalan Kipas/Bulatan Kipas; Merpati Road junction; Jalan Persekutuan/Jalan Sylvia; Jalan Post/Jalan Sylvia; and Ambank traffic
MARUDI: Classes at a primary school in Baram area, SK Long Jegan,Tinjar, was cancelled on Tuesday after it was inundated by two-feet high floodwaters. Meanwhile, school session remains as usual for pupils of SK Long Loyang, Tinjar, as the floodwaters have gradually receding. Miri Civil Defence Force (APM) spokesperson said
KUCHING: Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus (Swinburne Sarawak) is set to make history with its inaugural participation in the prestigious Shell Eco-Marathon 2024, marking a significant leap towards environmental sustainability and pioneering engineering. The Shell Eco-Marathon, an annual competition, serves as a global platform for student teams to innovate,
MIRI: Following a week of heavy rainfall, two longhouses in Beluru, Rumah Ruang Sungai Nat and Rumah Awat Sungai Nat, have been submerged under floodwaters. The Miri Civil Defence Force (APM), which conducted flood monitoring in the area, reported that the water levels at both longhouses reached approximately two feet.
MIRI: Senior academics from four different universities gave guest lectures to provide students with valuable industry insights at Curtin University Malaysia here. It was hosted by the university’s Department of Built Environment from the Faculty of Humanities and Health Sciences Head of the Department of Built Environment, Dr Low Wai
MIRI: A state assemblyman has expressed concern over the declining population in rural areas in Limbang involving the Bisaya community. “Many of our youngsters are leaving their villages, moving to the urban areas for better employment prospects and a better future,” said Batu Danau assemblyman Datuk Paulus Palu Gumbang. Speaking
MIRI: As of today (Nov 27), the floodwaters that had inundated the access road to Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sungai Manong, Niah, are gradually receding. This area has been under floodwaters since Nov 25 due to heavy rains, rendering the road impassable for all vehicle types. The Miri Civil Defence Force
MIRI: Esteemed housing developer and education advocate, Dato Prof (Dr) Lau Siu Wai, was honoured with this year’s Miri City Mayor’s Special Award. The prestigious accolade was presented to Lau during a ceremony at the Eastwood Valley Golf and Country Club on Sunday night. Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang
