Thursday, 24 July 2025

Author: Margaret Ringgit

MOH actively monitors African Swine Flu and Japanese Encephalitis

MIRI: The Ministry of Health (MOH) is closely monitoring concerns related to African Swine Flu (ASF) and Japanese Encephalitis (JE). Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni assured this when speaking at an appreciation ceremony for 173 Form Five students at SMK Taman Tunku, held at Eastwood Golf and Country

Police seize meth in Batu Niah raid

MIRI: Police have seized 13 straw tubes containing suspected methamphetamine during a raid in Batu Niah town, leading to the arrest of two men. The drugs, weighing 5 grams in total, are estimated to have a street value of RM550, according to Miri District Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu.

Hornbill Sports unveils six new pickleball courts at MYY Mall Miri

MIRI: Hornbill Sports unveiled six state-of-the-art pickleball courts at MYY Mall here, marking a significant development in the city’s recreational landscape. Situated on Level 4 of the popular shopping centre, the new courts further cement Miri’s status as the birthplace of pickleball in Malaysia, a title that reflects the city’s

Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Bill set to benefit one million workers

KUCHING: Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen has called for a speedy implementation of the Labour Ordinance of Sarawak (Amendment) Bill, 2024 once passed by parliament. The amendment is poised to benefit approximately 1 million workers in Sarawak, providing them with enhanced rights and benefits. “Workers in Sarawak have waited

Miri hanging bridge set to open January 2025

MIRI: The newly upgraded hanging bridge at Taman Awam Miri is scheduled to open to the public in early January 2025, according to Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. During a site visit to the bridge today, Lee confirmed that the upgrading works, which began on July 19,

MMEA Miri zone records over RM15 mln in seizures for 2024

MIRI: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Miri Zone has recorded a total seizure value of RM15,110,076.20 for 2024. This was disclosed by MMEA Miri deputy operations director Mahkos Juing. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Mahkos said court fines amounted to RM13,711,000, vessel forfeitures (RM898,000), seizures (RM415,000), proceeds

MP laments over medical costs and insurance premiums

KUALA LUMPUR: The escalating costs of medical care and health insurance premiums have become a pressing issue, prompting much concern both among the public and policymakers. “This issue has been repeatedly raised in recent parliamentary sessions by MPs from Parti Keadilan Rakyat (Keadilan) and the Democratic Action Party (DAP),” said

Heartwarming visit to Sunflower Centre marks International Volunteers Day

MIRI: In a touching celebration of International Volunteers Day, the Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Miri Branch, through its Blood Donation and Organ Pledging Sub-Committee, organised a special visit to the Sunflower Centre (SFC) here. The event brought joy to 75 children with special needs, highlighting the power of community

Two fatalities in separate traffic incidents

MIRI: Two people lost their lives in separate road accidents yesterday (Dec 8). Miri District Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed that investigations are ongoing into both incidents, which are being probed under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The first accident occurred around 4.30 pm. A

Businessman loses RM42,900 in online scam

MIRI: A local businessman in his 30s has fallen prey to an elaborate online scam involving the supposed purchase of a luxury Porsche Cayenne. Miri District police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed receiving a report of the fraudulent case yesterday. Alexson said the victim stumbled upon an enticing advertisement