Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Premier takes pride in Sarawak’s strong communal ties

MIRI: Sarawak has set a remarkable example for unity and stability, fostering an environment where development can thrive smoothly, according to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Premier highlighted Lutong, a suburb of the city here as a symbol of interfaith harmony, where a church and

Jiwa MADANI event strengthens government-community engagement

MIRI: Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak, Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, who also serves as Lambir assemblyman, officially launched the Jiwa MADANI programme at a leading hotel here on Friday night. The event saw the participation of 100 attendees, including community leaders and members from various MADANI

Niah murder case set for court mention on Oct 22

MIRI: The Miri Sessions Court has fixed October 22 for further mention of a murder case involving a 29-year-old local man accused of killing an Indonesian national. The accused, Fancy Jugo, appeared before Sessions Court Judge Azreena Aziz yesterday morning (Sept 25). He will face charges under Section 302 of

Curtin Malaysia inks deal to drive sustainable energy

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) has taken a pivotal step towards driving Malaysia’s sustainable energy future through a strategic partnership with the Malaysia Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (MYCentre4IR). This collaboration, formalised by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU),aims to boost energy literacy and accelerate the

Major renovations for the city’s sports centre

MIRI: The Miri Youth and Sports Centre is set to undergo a significant refurbishment, with construction to be carried out in two phases. The project will receive both federal and state funding, according to Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts I (Tourism), Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew.

Miri Red Crescent extends aid to needy families

MIRI: Volunteers from the Malaysian Red Crescent Society branch here have reached out to two families from underprivileged backgrounds in Pujut Sungai Adong and Kampung Sealine. Led by Dr Uma Devi, the visit included educational talks and essential aid distribution.  She told them about the dangers of plastics, the importance

Victim found, arms and legs gone

MIRI: The body of a 59-year-old man, believed to have been attacked by a crocodile, was discovered in Sungai Batu 4, Kuala Baram today (Sept 23). The victim, identified as Minggu Ikum, was found by the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) approximately 4 kilometres from their control post. His body

City braces for storm’s wrath

MIRI: A powerful storm that swept through the city on Monday afternoon caused an uprooted tree and flash flooding in several areas, creating hazardous conditions for motorists. The storm, which began around 1.30 pm and lasted until 2.45 pm, uprooted a tree that fell onto a moving car near Taman

SMK Baru Miri top scorers win cash awards

MIRI: A total of 31 top scorers from SMK Baru Miri have been rewarded for their exceptional performance in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) 2023 examinations. These high-achieving students were given incentives totalling RM7,100, which were handed over by Senadin assemblyman, Datuk Seri Lee