Saturday, 14 February 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Rosey praises blending of cultures and traditions

MIRI: The Batu Niah Temple was a hive of activity with the official launching of the Datuk Kong (Na Tuk Kong) shrine, song contest and a Chinese New Year celebration there. The event, graced by Bekenu assemblywoman Datuk Rosey Yunus, showcased the unity and cultural diversity that defines Sarawak’s harmonious

Premier to officiate at Sarawak Malay customs book launch

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will officiate the launch of the book Adat Resam Masyarakat Melayu Sarawak Berteraskan Syariah Islam on tomorrow (Jan 20) at the Hikmah Exchange and Event Centre (HEEC). The Sarawak Writers Association said the Premier, accompanied by several ministers and deputy

Premier unveils major development projects for northern Sarawak

MIRI: The President of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Sarawak, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, announced a series of significant development initiatives aimed at boosting the economic and infrastructural landscape of northern Sarawak. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday following the PBB Northern Zone meeting,

Beware the green-eyed monster, warns Abang Jo

MIRI: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) president, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, has called for continued unity and vigilance against external forces driven by envy over Sarawak’s prosperity and achievements. Speaking at a press conference following the PBB Northern Zone delegates meeting here on Saturday, he acknowledged

Meritz Hotel future-ready after major overhaul

MIRI: Four-star Meritz Hotel is boasting a fresh new look after a comprehensive 30-month renovation. The transformation, during which the hotel remained operational, encompasses all aspects of the hotel, including the lobby, all guest floors, banquet spaces, the grand ballroom, and all 290 rooms and suites. The upgrades included a

Flooding in seven areas of Marudi due to high tides and heavy rainfall

MIRI: Seven areas in Marudi experienced flooding on Friday due to a combination of high tides and intermittent heavy rainfall between January 13 and 18. The affected areas include Kampung Padang Kerbau, Pekan Marudi, Kampung Cina, Kampung Dagang, Kampung Ridan, Kampung Narum, and Jalan Raya Sungai Arang, which recorded the

PBB Northern Zone delegates prepare for key meeting

MIRI: The Northern Zone Delegates Meeting of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Sarawak (PBB) is set to take place today (18 Jan) at the Pullman Miri Hotel. The meeting, to be officiated by PBB president and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, will bring together 1,600 delegates representing

Over 1,300 delegates converge on Miri for PBB Northern Zone meeting

MIRI: The Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Sarawak (PBB) Northern Zone Delegates Meeting is set to gather 1,386 delegates and observers from various branches this Saturday (Jan 18) at the Pullman Miri Hotel. The attendees include 55 veteran members of the party. The event will be officiated by Sarawak Premier and

SAR ops for missing teen continues

MIRI: The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a missing teenager entered its third day on Wednesday (15 January), with four agencies and local villagers working tirelessly along the coastal area of Pantai Batu Satu, Kuala Baram. Efforts were divided into three coastal search groups, supported by two boats scouring

Needy families receive aid

MIRI:  The ‘Skuad Kasih Sayang’ (SKS) from Bekenu and the Social Welfare Department (JKM) extended a helping hand to four families in Kampung Dagang, Sepupok, during a visit yesterday. The outreach programme was led by the Deputy Minister of Women, Family, Welfare, Community Wellbeing and Childhood Development of Sarawak Datuk