Tuesday, 6 January 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Continuous heavy rain warning until Christmas Eve

KUCHING: The Department of Meteorology Malaysia (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of continuous rain in Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman and Betong until Christmas Eve, Dec 24. Continuous very heavy rain (danger) is expected to occur with a total of more than 150 mm of rain in a 24-hour period.

Campers urged to keep safe during monsoon season

KUCHING: Visitors, including campers, should take the necessary precautions while on camping trips, especially during the monsoon season. Telang Usan assemblyman Dennis Ngau said those visiting eco-tourism spots, particularly for camping in the rural areas, need to be extra careful before embarking on such trips. “We would also like to

Towards a united and prosperous Malaysia

KUCHING: The unity government is hoped to be able to rebuild the country’s economy. Sri Aman MP Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie said with Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) becoming part of the unity government led by Tambun MP Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, this would be able to create a more

Support for government would boost public confidence

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof tabled the motion of confidence in Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the first meeting of the first session of the 15th Parliament today (Dec 19). In doing so, he urged members of the Dewan Rakyat to support the Unity Government.

Lions, dragons, happy Buddhas, celestial guardians parading city centre

KUCHING: Nearly hundreds of colourful lions, dragons, happy Buddhas, God of Wealth, including celestial guardians were parading and dancing through the streets of the city here on Saturday (Dec 17) evening. The Dragon and Lion Dance Cultural Parade is the first being held in Kuching, and is co-organised by the

Bandar Kuching MP supplies wooden planks to rebuild walkway

KUCHING: Villagers of Kampung Kudei here have received some wooden planks to rebuild their damaged wooden walkway bridge in the area. Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii was present to hand over the wooden planks on Saturday (Dec 17) after paying a visit to the village. “I paid a visit

Seven Sarawakians relate job scam ordeal

KUCHING: Imagine being locked up in a house and guarded by German Shepard dogs, with movement closely monitored by individuals, and only having an egg and bread daily for a period of three months. This was the experience faced by seven Sarawakians who were victims of a criminal syndicate of

Hoping unity govt to last till term ends

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof hopes that the present federal government is able to last until its end of term. He said that following the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the parties and coalition recently to form a unity government, the focus of the present government

Bidayuh Music Award honours top artistes

KUCHING: Bidayuh singer Maria Nohiemwas named the Best New Artiste during the Bidayuh Music Award (BMA) 2022. In a short message, Maria thanked her family and friends who had never stopped believing in her. “Thank you to those who believe in me and support me. I’m proud to receive this

Next few years critical to sustainable future: Premier

KUCHING: Sarawak needs to continue focusing on developing and implementing cleaner energy technologies across the value chain to meet the world’s demand for energy in a sustainable and efficient manner. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said it is imperative to actively engage in