Monday, 12 January 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Pillion rider killed

MIRI: A pillion rider was killed in a road accident after being hit by a car along Jalan Lopeng on Saturday night. Miri district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said initial investigations revealed that the 48-year-old victim had fallen off a motorcycle and entered the opposite lane before being

Missing elderly man found dead in Long Latei River

MIRI:  A 66-year-old man who had been reported missing for two days was found dead in the river near the village of Long Latei, Baram.  The victim, identified as Wan Duwing, was discovered by villagers at around noon on Sunday. Wan Duwing had gone fishing alone in Sungai Melana on

Sarawak Metro explores expansion with MoU signing

KUCHING: Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd may very well expand its activities beyond Sarawak’s shores in time to come. This possibility arose with the signing of collaboration Memoranda of Understanding with Japanese companies in various fields. Its Chief Executive Officer, Mazli Mustaffa said the the MoU exchange was yet another important

Heavy rains submerge Long Panai

MIRI: A two-foot flood has inundated Kampung Long Panai, affecting 500 residents from 153 households. According to the Kampung Long Panai Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK), floodwaters reached up to two feet as of this morning (Oct 6). The flooding began on Friday around 5 pm following heavy rainfall.

Lucky escape for trio

MIRI: This morning, three individuals miraculously escaped unharmed after a two-vehicle collision on the Pan Borneo Niah-Bintulu Road near Gelasah, Suai. The accident, which occurred at around 6.59 am, involved a four-wheel drive and a compact car. Upon impact, the compact car burst into flames, leaving it completely charred. However,

Lukanisman: Uphold tradition of festive unity across communities

MIRI: Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni has urged Malaysians to maintain the longstanding tradition of visiting and celebrating festive occasions across communities. Emphasising the importance of respecting cultural and religious diversity, Lukanisman said these practices are vital to the harmonious identity of the nation. “Malaysia’s unique diversity has

Malucelli’s sudden burst of energy last minute conquers Tudor 

BINTULU: JCL Team Ukyo rider, Matteo Malucelli put on a powerful performance to win Stage 7 of Petronas Le Tour de Langkawi (LTDL) 2024 at Lasar Kenyalang here yesterday. The race, which started from Miri Waterfront over a distance of 199.3 kilometres, saw Malucelli, a 30-year old Italian sprinter, clock in

132 international cyclists converge in Miri for LTDL stage 7

MIRI: Miri is well positioned to attract and host major international sporting events, according to Sarawak’s Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. Speaking after flagging off Stage Seven of the 2024 Petronas Le Tour de Langkawi (LTDL) on Saturday, Lee stressed on the city’s potential as a prime

Tiger Platoon rescues injured pilot

MIRI: A daring rescue operation by the Tiger Platoon of the Sarawak General Operation Force (GOF) today (Oct 5) successfully extracted an injured pilot from the dense jungle of the Lambir area. The operation, part of a planned exercise drill, involved nine members of the Tiger Platoon. The team was

Elderly man collapses during court session in Miri, declared dead

MIRI: A 68-year-old man collapsed during a court session at the Sarawak Bumiputera Court, here yesterday (Oct 4). The 10am incident happened during a land trial, raising immediate concern among those present. Efforts were made to revive the man, but he remained unresponsive. Miri District Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga