Saturday, 27 December 2025

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Sarawak Energy warns of fraudulent facebook page

KUCHING: Members of the public are advised to be cautious of a fraudulent Facebook page impersonating Sarawak Energy’s official account. The page uses the logo of the utility’s mobile application, “SEB cares,” as its profile picture and falsely promotes bill payment services offering discounts of 30 to 35 percent on

RM385 million to support houses of worship, mission schools

MIRI: A total of RM385 million from state funds have been allocated through the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) since 2017 to support the construction and rehabilitation of hundreds of houses of worship statewide. This initiative has enhanced the comfort and appeal of these worship spaces, benefiting worshippers across Sarawak.

Overcoming challenges to build rural roads

MIRI: The Sarawak government faces big challenges in building roads in the state’s interior areas. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said this was either because of the mountainous terrain like in the Baram region or in peat soil areas. Uggah, who is also the Minister of Infrastructure and

Fire razes worker quarters

MIRI: A devastating fire engulfed ten worker quarters at Ladang Linau Mewah Lambir along Jalan Miri-Bintulu this afternoon (Dec 7). The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) received a distress call at 2.23 pm, prompting immediate action from the Lopeng Fire Station. Firefighters are currently on the scene battling the

BMI to factor in civil service performance evaluation

MIRI: Starting next year, the Public Service Department will include Body Mass Index (BMI) in evaluating the performance of civil servants. This move aims to promote health awareness among government employees and foster a culture of healthy living. Miri MP Chiew Choon Man welcomed the initiative, emphasising the importance of

FORUM building receives RM5 million grant for full equipping

MIRI: The Federation of Orang Ulu Associations of Sarawak (FORUM) has received an additional RM5 million grant from the Sarawak government to fully equip its newly completed building at Jalan Padang Kerbau here. The announcement was made by Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration, and Project Monitoring) Datuk

20 police reports filed over vandalism at new Tudan pedestrian bridge

MIRI: Over 20 police reports have been filed regarding repeated vandalism incidents at the newly completed 55.6m steel pedestrian overhead bridge in Tudan, says Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. The RM7.6 million bridge, which was officially opened today (Dec 4), was built to enhance safety for students

Hospital celebrates Christmas with young cancer patients

MIRI: The new cafeteria in Miri Hospital’s recently completed block came alive with Christmas cheer during a special celebration for young cancer patients and their families. The event, adorned with vibrant decorations and filled with the melodies of festive carols, brought warmth and joy to all who attended. Organising Chairperson

Baby Rhea urgently needs RM55,000 for surgery

MIRI: Eleven-month-old Rhea Moh Ning Xuan from here faces a critical race against time to raise another RM55,000 for a cochlear implant surgery that could restore her hearing and enable her to develop essential speech and language skills. Doctors have advised that the procedure must be done before she turns

Flood task force activated in Miri to address rising flood concerns

MIRI:  A flood task force has been activated for the Miri Division to enhance preparedness against potential flooding during the rainy season. Transport Minister Datuk Sri Lee Kim Shin, who is minister-in-charge of the Miri Disaster Management Committee (MDMC), made the announcement during a press conference today following a meeting