Monday, 11 August 2025

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Sarawak govt approves several Projek Rakyat in Bekenu

MIRI: The Sarawak government has approved several Projek Rakyat for the Bekenu state constituency. Disclosing this on today, Sarawak Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Rosey Yunus said the projects were approved by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Among the projects are

Homeowner makes terrifying find under kitchen sink

MIRI: A metre-long (3.3ft) cobra that was taking shelter under a kitchen sink has been caught. The reptile was spotted by the house owner, aged 46, who was about to prepare lunch for her family. Terrified by the discovery, she immediately called up the Civil Defence Force (APM) for help.

Always respect your elders, younger generation reminded

MIRI: Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin has reminded the younger generation to always respect their elders. “Respecting your elders is not only emphasised in Chinese culture but also in the culture of other races,” said the Sarawak Minister for Transport. “Our elders have a lot of experience, knowledge and have

Over 100 expected for NSJA beach cleaning activity

MIRI: More than 100 volunteers from various government agencies and non-governmental organisations are expected to turn up for the Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA) beach cleaning programme on March 12. Among them participating are Fire and Rescue Department, Civil Defence Force, Miri Hakka Association Youth Section, Miri Tai Poo Association

Clara Amanda is Sarawak Symposium Kumang 2023

MIRI: Clara Amanda Buyong from Julau was crowned winner of Sarawak Symposium Kumang 2023 – a title that earned the 22-year-old RM3,000 in cash prize and a host of accompanying prizes. Additionally she was also chosen as the ‘Best Dress’ winner and bagged a cash prize of RM500. She was

Sikie wants government recognition for symposium

MIRI: The Ngepan Iban Symposium (SNI) should be made an official government event in the state, said Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai. Speaking at the closing of SNI 2023 here on Saturday night, Sikie expressed hope that it will be held in the coming years with

Elderly woman injured in blaze

MIRI: An elderly woman sustained injuries while trying to escape from her burning house in Lai Pau Garden this morning. According to Sarawak Fire and Operation centre spokesperson, the woman sustained injuries while jumping from the window of the second floor to escape the inferno. The victim was sent to

Creative marketing crucial entrepreneurial strategy

MIRI: Beginner entrepreneurs need to focus on engaging with current marketing trends and making their creative marketing adaptable, affordable and effective, said Minister for Transport Sarawak Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. “Creative marketing is a crucial part of any marketing strategy, be it a video or infographic, it’s the key

MAS aircraft makes emergency landing

MIRI: A Malaysia Airlines (MAS) plane flying from Kuala Lumpur to Miri made an emergency landing at the Miri Airport yesterday morning (Feb 11), due to a technical problem faced by the aircraft. Flight MH2574 with 101 persons on board plus one infant made a quick landing at Miri Aiport

Task force to deal with homeless

MIRI: A task force has been set up to deal with homeless persons who constantly loiter about Old Man Street here. Mayor Adam Yii who chaired a special meeting with the task force committee members on Wednesday said it was also aimed at making the area a tourist attraction. The