Sunday, 18 January 2026

Author: Margaret Ringgit

Motorcyclist dies in three-vehicle collision

Miri: A motorcyclist lost his life in a tragic three-vehicle collision near the Bintang Mall traffic light at Jalan Miri-Pujut early this morning. According to Miri Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu, two other motorists also sustained injuries in the incident. Based on the facts of the case, police received

Two cargo ships and tugboat detained for various offences

MIRI: The Malaysia Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA ) has detained two cargo ships and a tugboat for various offences. The vessels were detained while conducting activities at sea approximately 1.8 nautical miles northwest of Kuala Lawas yesterday afternoon. Maritime Captain Mohd Khairol Anuar Saad, the director of the Miri Maritime

Deputy minister urges students to seize opportunities at PRO-DR roadshow

MIRI: Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood, and Community Development Datuk Rosey Yunus has urged students to seize the opportunities presented during the Project of Dreams Realized (PRO-DR) Roadshow organised by TEGAS. The event, held in Niah, aims to provide students with valuable information for their future. “This programme is vital

10kg python captured after devouring duck in Miri

MIRI: A 10kg python was rescued this morning from a house in Grand Park after consuming a duck for breakfast. The incident occurred around 7.24 am, prompting a distressed call from a 77-year-old resident. Responding swiftly, a team from the Miri Civil Defence Force (APM) arrived at the scene. They

Surge in reptile sightings in Lutong amid hot and dry spell

MIRI: The ongoing hot and dry weather spell in Miri city has led to an increase in reptile encounters. Reptiles, such as snakes and monitor lizards, are more active and visible during hot weather as they seek water and cooler places to regulate their body temperature. From January to July

SUKMA 2024: Venues in Miri nearing completion

MIRI: The preparation of venues for the upcoming SUKMA 2024 in Miri is nearing completion, according to Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MYSED) and chef de mission (CDM) for the 21st Malaysia Games Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu. Gerald, who inspected the facilities in Miri earlier today,  expressed

Miri Mayor appeals for fuel purchase exemption for Bruneians

MIRI: Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang has formally submitted an appeal to the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) branch here for an exemption allowing Bruneians to purchase fuel in Miri. “Earlier this morning, we submitted an appeal letter regarding the availability of petrol for foreigners, specifically

Curtin Malaysia ignites Innovation with Sustainability, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Challenge

MIRI: In a spectacular display of creativity and environmental stewardship, Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) recently hosted the Sustainability, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Challenge at MYY Mall here, captivating the audience with visionary ideas and eco-friendly initiatives. The event, a vibrant collaboration within the university, saw contributions from esteemed academic staff

Heatwave brings snakes indoors

MIRI: Soaring temperatures have driven reptiles out of their natural habitats, with two separate snake incidents reported in Marudi and Krokop 9 today (July 29). A three-metre-long cobra was discovered lurking beneath a kitchen table in a longhouse in Marudi this morning. The Marudi Fire and Rescue Department responded to