Monday, 30 March 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Assemblyman reassure to help his constituency

BINTANGOR: Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii assured his constituents that his service centre is always ready to serve the people and address their issues. Huang, who is also the Sarikei MP and Repok assemblyman, also pledged to do his best to serve

Iran-Israel crisis could boil over, warns NGO chief

KUCHING: The Middle East conflict could disrupt international security if it is not properly addressed, said International Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) chairman Datuk Dr Mustapha Ahmad Merican. He said looking at the Iran and Israel crisis, it is not impossible that a larger war could occur. “Airspace and national borders need

SGH aims to collect 510 blood bags in week-long drive

KUCHING: The Blood Bank of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) is embarking on a week-long blood donation drive with the aim of collecting 510 blood bags. Scheduled from April 15 to 21, the drive will span various locations in the Kuching area. Consequently, the operating hours of the SGH’s Blood Bank

Concern over escalating Middle East conflict

KUCHING: Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah expressed concerns that the ongoing crisis in the Middle East might escalate into a severe conflict, potentially threatening international security. Discussing the Iran-Israel conflict, she noted that both nations claim they are acting in their national interest to

Former PSB reps join government bloc

KUCHING: The upcoming Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting next month is expected to see adjustment in the seating arrangements of the three state assemblymen from the now-dissolved Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB). DUN Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nasar said the seating arrangement will be adjusted accordingly

A testament of Premier’s success to develop state

KUCHING: The former members of the now-dissolved Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) who had joined Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) is a testament of the success of the Premier’s policy in developing Sarawak. In stating this, Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nasar said Premier

No strings attached, says Wong

KUCHING: Former president of the now-dissolved Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB), Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh who is being accepted into Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) said he does not demand for any position in the Sarawak Cabinet. He said following the dissolution of his party and now accepted into PDP, there

DUN to convene on May 6 to 15

KUCHING: The Sarawak State Legislative Assembly’s (DUN) first meeting for this year is scheduled to take place from May 6 to 15. DUN Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nasar who confirmed the sitting, said it will be declared open by the Head of State Tun Pehin Sri

Celebrating Aidilfitri with compassion

KUCHING: It is important for Muslims in Sarawak to embrace the true essence of Aidilfitri. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information, and UKAS), Datuk Abdullah Saidol, said this is particularly important for those celebrating in their hometowns surrounded by family, relatives and friends while remembering those less

Sarawakians advised to prepare for potential rainfall during Aidilfitri

KUCHING: As Sarawakians prepare to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri, weather forecasters have issued warnings about potential rainfall during the first two days of the festivity. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) has forecasted rain and thunderstorms throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening on April 10 and 11 in the state. In