Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Search enters sixth day for missing express boat operator

SIBU: The search for a 64-year-old man who went missing after the express boat he was operating sank near San Yan Plywood, Tanjung Kunyit here has entered its sixth day today (Sept 15). The man, identified as Hui Chye Mee, owner of the vessel ‘New Boon Pang QSB 1842’, has

Motorcyclist killed, pillion injured in crash

KUCHING: A motorcyclist was killed while a pillion passenger was injured after their vehicle lost control and collided with a roadside guardrail at the Jalan Datuk Patinggi Haji Abdul Rahman Yakub bridge here. The crash happened at 11.45pm on Sept 13. Kuching Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said both

Government allocates RM60,000 to Sarawak Teachers’ Union

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government has announced an allocation of RM60,000 to the Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) in conjunction with its 60th anniversary celebration, as a gesture of support and recognition for the union’s contributions. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the allocation was in recognition of

Five injured after SUV skids off road

SRI AMAN: Five people escaped with injuries after the sport utility vehicle (SUV) they were travelling in skidded off the road at Kampung Selantik here this morning. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) Sarawak said a distress call was received at 11:38 am regarding the self-accident, which occurred about 53

Nation-building a shared responsibility

KUCHING: Malaysians must move away from the mindset that nation-building rests solely on the shoulders of the government and instead recognise that every citizen has a role to play in shaping the country’s future. Datuk Dr Anis Yusal Yusoff, executive director of the International Institute of Public Policy and Management

Former Sarawak Tribune editor Valentine Tawie laid to rest in Saratok

KUCHING: Former Sarawak Tribune editor Valentine Tawie Salok, was laid to rest at the Anglican cemetery in Nanga Assam, Saratok, this afternoon (Sept 12). His nephew, Thomas, when contacted said the casket was brought from Kuching and arrived at the cemetery at 12 pm. He added that doctors confirmed Valentine’s

Public input drive continues for 13MP implementation

KUCHING: The Ministry of Economy, in collaboration with the International Institute of Public Policy and Management (INPUMA), Universiti Malaya, is currently carrying out a series of nationwide public discourse sessions to gather expert and public input for the successful implementation of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). INPUMA executive director Datuk

Italian’s amore for stories etched into skin

SARAWAK’s tattoo traditions are usually conversations between those who wear or ink them, but some of the deepest admiration comes from further afield. For Swami, a traveller from Bologna, Italy, being in Kuching for her first tattoo convention was not about holding the needle, but about understanding the stories etched

Balinese tattooist revels in ink journey across borders

WHEN I Dewa Bagus Putu Prima Pratama, better known simply as Prima, stepped into Kuching’s tattoo expo for the first time, he wasn’t just there to showcase his craft. The Balinese tattoo artist, who has been in the industry for 15 years and representing Inkdonesia Movement, brought along two younger

Mohamad Zainal expected to lead Sarawak Police

KUCHING: Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department deputy director (Investigation/Legal) Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah is expected to assume the role of Sarawak Police Commissioner from Datuk Mancha Ata, who will retire later this month. According to several postings, including on Mohamad Zainal’s Facebook page, the appointment will take effect immediately after