Saturday, 17 January 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Jejak Harmoni initiative to strengthen unity among Malaysian

MIRI: The Ministry of National Unity senior undersecretary (Management) Norihan Mohamed Naim reminded Malaysia citizens about the importance of instilling and disseminating the good values of understanding, respect, and acceptance with each other to maintain harmony and unity. She made these remarks when officiating the ‘Jejak Harmoni’ state-level 2024 event

Teen driver succumbs to injuries in fatal crash

MIRI: An 18-year-old youth, who was involved in a single-car collision at Jalan Tanjong Lobang last night succumbed to his injuries two hours later at the hospital here. The accident occurred at approximately 11.45 pm. Miri District police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed the fatal accident, stating it involved

Fire partially damages house kitchen in Taman Tunku

MIRI: A fire partially damaged the kitchen of a house in Taman Tunku early this morning (Saturday). The quick actions of the homeowner and a nearby resident prevented the situation from escalating. According to the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department’s Operation Centre, an emergency call was received at 5.56 am.

Miri Arts Festival will create ecosystem for industry: MP

MIRI: The Miri Arts Festival (MAF 24) has the potential to create a sustainable ecosystem for the arts and culture tourism industry in Miri, said its MP Chiew Choon Man. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday during the festival’s opening at the Pullman Hotel Miri, Chiew expressed his hope

Car crash leaves 18-year-old injured

MIRI: An 18-year-old man was injured after the car he was traveling in skidded and crashed into a tree on Jalan Tanjong Lobang, here. The incident prompted an immediate response from the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department’s Operations Centre. According to Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department operation centre, a team

Attempted abduction reported in Miri

MIRI: A female jogger reported that she was nearly abducted during her early morning run along Bakam road, here. The incident reportedly caused injuries to the woman and has raised safety concerns among the local community. Miri District Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed receiving a police report on

Woman loses RM9,200 in pet scam

MIRI: A woman in her 40s has fallen victim to a fraudulent online pet sale, suffering losses amounting to RM9,200. Miri District Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed that the Miri Commercial Crime investigation department received a police report on August 1, concerning the e-commerce fraud. The scam involved

Three men nabbed for suspected drug trafficking

MIRI: Three men, including one foreign national, have been detained by the Miri Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division on suspicion of drug trafficking for the local market. The arrests occurred during two separate raids conducted on July 30. The suspects, aged between 32 and 46, were apprehended with a total seizure

Penguang warns constituents of external influence

MIRI: Marudi assemblyman Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil, has called on his constituents to remain vigilant against external influences. He warned against outsiders attempting to spread negative propaganda under the guise of dialogue sessions with longhouse communities. “Please notify me or the District Officer if any NGO from the peninsula wants