Thursday, 1 January 2026

Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Mosques, suraus urged to include youth and non-Muslims in activities

KUCHING: Mosques and suraus are urged to engage more youths and non-Muslims in their activities. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof pointed out that these religious institutions serve not only as places of worship but also as centres of knowledge and information dissemination. He added that the focus should

Redelineation necessary in Petra Jaya and Santubong, says Fadillah

KUCHING: Redelineation in Petra Jaya and Santubong parliamentary constituencies are needed due to a significant increase in population. Having said this, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof pointed out that the number of voters has surged to 140,000 in Petra Jaya. “When we see it, these two Parliaments have

Senate President nominee confirmed, name secret

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government has nominated a candidate for the next Senate President role. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hassan said the specific nominee’s name, however, remains undisclosed. “The nomination process is complete, and we now await the official swearing-in ceremony. We have sent only one candidate for

Land compensation recipients advised to invest in their children’s education

KUCHING: The land compensation recipients for the development of Public Transportation and Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) – Sg Batu Depo project are advised to use the money wisely. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the money can be used by focusing on the children’s education so that

Michael Kong is new CVLB chairman

KUCHING: Michael Kong Feng Nian is appointed as Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) chairman. According to a statement, his first meeting with the director and senior officers of CVLB Sarawak took place today at the head office of CVLB Sarawak, Floor 12, Bangunan Sultan Iskandar, Jalan Simpang Tiga here.

Sungai Batu ART Depot to serve as operations and administration hub

KUCHING: The Sungai Batu Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) Depot is set to become the central hub supporting the operations and administration of ART’s hydrogen vehicles (H2V), says Sarawak Land and Survey superintendent Alfian Bawi. He added that the depot will feature essential facilities such as the Backup Control Centre, infrastructure

Farewell to a natural wonder

KUCHING: Bako National Park has lost its iconic sea stack, now only to be remembered in photographs and memories. Sarawak Travel, on Facebook said that the collapse of the sea stack was likely caused by the adverse weather conditions affecting the area. “This event serves as a vivid reminder of

New TYT brings added cheer to festive celebration

KUCHING: A rainy spell did little to dampen the spirit of people celebrating Chinese New Year across Sarawak and this included newly-appointed Head of State Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. As in previous years, the celebration this time around also saw the state’s multiracial community coming together to usher

Sarawak Foundation aids fire victims

KUCHING: Fire victims in Kampung Bintawa Hilir received aid from the Sarawak Foundation. The fire, which occurred in Kampung Bintawa Hilir on Jan 5, destroyed and damaged several houses, affecting 44 villagers in the area. In response to the incident, the Foundation presented a donation of RM2,000 to each household.

TYT, wife visits Dr Sim’s residence

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi continue their second day of Chinese New Year visit to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian’s residence. His arrival was warmly welcomed and greeted by Dr Sim himself along with