Friday, 13 February 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Technology platforms vital for marketing products globally, says Puncak Borneo MP

MIRI: Technology-driven platforms are becoming crucial tools for marketing products on a global scale, according to Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin, who is also a member of the Malaysian Cooperative Institute’s (IKMa) board of directors. Speaking at the closing ceremony of ‘Jom@Coop’ and ‘Bicara Ilmu Membina Jambatan Ekonomi: Dari

Abang Othman now Temenggong Melayu of Miri

MIRI: A former Pemanca, Mohamed Abang Othman, 79, has been appointed as the Temenggong Melayu of Miri Division for a four-year term beginning Jan 1 this year. Mohamed, who previously served as Pemanca Melayu of Miri Division, received his letter of appointment from Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim

Road safety concerns under scrutiny amid rising traffic accidents in Sarawak

MIRI: The alarming state of road safety in Sarawak has come under scrutiny, with fresh statistics shedding light on the region’s persistent challenges. Speaking at a road safety campaign held at a fuel station in Permyjaya on Monday (Jan 20) in conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations, Minister

PBB Northern Zone delegates rally behind resolutions

MIRI: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Sarawak (PBB) Northern Zone delegates meeting on Saturday presented 12 key resolutions aimed at advancing the region’s development. Speaking on behalf of the PBB Telang Usan Youth Division, Dominic Nyurang praised the resolutions for their focus on infrastructure and development. “The resolutions are very comprehensive

13 youths detained in Ops Samseng Jalanan in Miri

MIRI: Thirteen individuals aged between 14 and 20 were picked up during a recent Ops Samseng Jalanan in Taman Tunku, Miri, Miri district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said. The operation, conducted by the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division, took place between 5.30 pm and 8 pm on Saturday

Two arrested in Miri drug trafficking raids

MIRI: Two local men have been arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking following a series of police raids conducted in Pujut here. Miri district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed that officers from the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division carried out the operations on the evening of Jan 18 (Saturday).

Sarawak: Melting pot of cultures

MIRI: Sarawak is a prime example of cultural diversity and harmony, said Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, yesterday (Jan 19). He highlighted this during the Lions Eye-Dotting Ceremony and Lion Dance Championship held at MYY Mall, Lutong. Lee explained the significance of the eye-dotting ceremony in lion

Miri kicks off Gong Xi Bazaar 2025 with cultural showcase

MIRI: Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah highlighted Miri’s unique cultural diversity and its crucial role in the state’s tourism success during the grand opening of the Miri ‘Gong Xi Bazaar 2025’ on Sunday night (Jan 19). Speaking at the event held

Collective responsibility calls for active participation: Lee

MIRI: State Transport Minister, Datuk Sri Lee Kim Shin, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to fostering a harmonious, united, and compassionate society. Speaking at an aid delivery programme and Chinese New Year luncheon organised by RedFM Sarawak in collaboration with the Miri Life Care Society, he highlighted the importance

MTPN issues warning over vending machine investment scams

KUCHING: Fraudulent vending machine investment schemes have become a growing concern, prompting the National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) Sarawak Chapter to call for vigilance. These schemes, which have become a growing source of consumer complaints, have left thousands of investors facing devastating financial losses. MTPN Sarawak in a statement on