MIRI: Malaysia has for the first time executed the transfer of a foreign prisoner under Section 10 of the International Transfer of Prisoners Act 2012 (Act 754). A Bruneian, who has served six years of his 28-year and 10-month sentence in Malaysia, was officially repatriated to Brunei Darussalam to complete
MIRI: Miri police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu has addressed concerns raised by Sarawak PAS Commissioner Jofri Jaraiee on the alleged proliferation of illegal slot machines in Miri. In a statement responding to an article published by an English daily on Feb 22, titled ‘Sarawak PAS worry about increasing presence
MIRI: The city is gearing up to welcome anglers from across the globe as it hosts the 13th Miri City International Deep Sea Fishing Tournament (MCIDSFT) from May 20 to 24, this year. “This highly anticipated event aims to promote Miri as a premier deep-sea fishing destination while fostering sportsmanship
MUKAH: Villages in Daro will benefit from round-the-clock electricity supply by the second quarter of next year. This is when Rural Electrification Scheme (RES) grid extension efforts there are fully completed by the Sarawak government. Replacing diesel generators with a 24/7 electricity supply supports Sarawak’s goal of achieving net zero
MIRI: A series of upgrading and maintenance projects will be undertaken at four airports in Sarawak, along with the construction of a new airport funded by the state government. State Minister of Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin who disclosed this gave updates on the progress of these projects after
MIRI: The Sarawak government has unveiled a series of educational initiatives aimed at empowering its youth. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin highlighted these efforts during the United Association of Chinese Primary Aided School Boards of Management Miri & Limbang Divisions’ Chinese New Year Dinner and Installation Ceremony on
MIRI: Kotaras City FC emerged victorious in the Miri Football League final held on Sunday (Feb 23) at Miri Stadium, solidifying their status as the top team in the competition. The tournament featured six competing teams: Kotaras City FC, Upai Semaring, Dasan Rovers, Armin FC, Bard’s 78 FT, and ZM
MIRI: Two local men have been arrested for breaking into an air conditioning service premises at Jalan Usahawan 7, Eastwood Valley Industrial Estate, and stealing items worth RM2,526. The suspects, aged 32 and 22, were apprehended by police at midday on Saturday (Feb 22), less than 48 hours after their
MIRI: A gas explosion occurred at a residence in Desa Pujut 2 in the early hours today (Feb 23), causing significant damage to the kitchen area. According to the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department’s Operations Centre, an emergency call was received at about 5 am. Firefighters from the Lopeng Fire
MIRI: The Sumbangan Keperluan Asas Sarawak (SKAS) initiative has brought much-needed relief to Sarawakians, especially those grappling with financial challenges, according to the Wireless Walk Miri Traders’ Association. Its chairman Mohamad Abdullah Jamin extended his appreciation to the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang