Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Author: Margaret Ringgit

School van catches fire

MIRI: A school van caught fire early this morning near SK Temenggong Datuk Muip, Jalan Rejang, Taman Tunku. According to the Fire and Rescue Department, an emergency call was received at 6.43 am. Firefighters from Miri Sentral station were immediately dispatched to the scene. When they arrived at the scene,

Youths explore career prospects in maritime sector

LAWAS: A recent maritime industry awareness talk held in Bukit Sari here gave youths a glimpse into its prospects and on the critical role they play in shaping its future. Designed to broaden the horizons of young participants, the programme which focused on careers, innovation and national growth aimed to

Miri set for new role in global biodiversity research

MIRI: A landmark collaboration between China’s Fudan University, the Sarawak Government, and the private sector is set to transform an iconic building here into a global hub for biodiversity and medical heritage here. The upcoming Fudan University Biodiversity Museum will be housed in the city’s former council building in the

Dayak communities urged to unite, preserve heritage amid change

MIRI: Dayak communities must urgently come together to preserve their cultural heritage in the face of rapid technological advancement and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), said Sarawak Public Health, Housing and Local Government Deputy Minister, Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil. Speaking at the 19th Miri Division’s Niti Daun celebration on

Dayak community marks Gawai with colourful ‘Niti Daun’ procession

MIRI: A burst of traditional colours, rhythmic gongs, and the rich scent of ceremonial offerings filled the air in Permyjaya here today, as hundreds gathered to witness a Gawai Dayak procession, locally known as ‘Niti Daun’. Led by Sarawak Public Health, Housing and Local Government Deputy Minister, Datuk Dr Penguang

Male body found entangled among rocks at Jalan Pantai Marina

MIRI: A male body was discovered entangled among rocks along Jalan Pantai Marina, behind the Miri City Council building. This was confirmed by Miri District Police Chief, ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah, today. The discovery was made following information received from the public. Police have classified the case as a

Sarawak reaffirms people-centric development with Bakti MADANI 2025

MIRI: The Sarawak Government has reaffirmed its commitment to people-centric development through a major public outreach initiative launched here this weekend. Held at the Miri City Stadium, the Bakti MADANI Miri 2025: Sarawak Maju Makmur programme was jointly organised by the Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA) and the Federal Government,

RM4.5 bil allocation to transform hinterland’s economic landscape

MIRI: The Sarawak Government has intensified its commitment to regional development with the allocation of RM4.5 billion to various regional development agencies (RDAs), aimed at delivering infrastructure projects that promise to transform the economic landscape of the state’s hinterland. Speaking at the Bakti MADANI Programme Miri 2025 Sarawak Maju Makmur

Minister urges calm amid PETROS-PETRONAS dispute

MIRI: Sarawak’s Utility and Telecommunication Ministera, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi, has urged all parties to allow high-level negotiations to take place amid a deepening dispute between federal energy giant, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS), and state-owned Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (PETROS). Speaking in Miri on Saturday, Julaihi declined to comment in detail

JCI Miri launches first Novice Pickleball Tournament on May 25

MIRI: Excitement is building as Junior Chamber International (JCI) Miri prepares to launch its first-ever JCI Miri Novice Pickleball Tournament on May 25. The event, scheduled to run from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Paragon Pickleball Center, aims to introduce the fast-growing sport of pickleball to newcomers aged