Saturday, 17 January 2026

Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Cops on the hunt for suspects who attacked assemblyman

KUCHING: Four local suspects who assaulted an assemblyman on Tuesday (May 30) at the roadside of Tabuan Jaya’s residence are on the hunt. According to a statement by Sarawak police commissioner Datuk Mohd Azman Ahmad Sapri, the said assemblyman reported that the attack occurred at 9.06pm on that day after he

MP urges youth to preserve Iban traditions

SELANGAU: The Iban youth urged to embrace customs and culture amidst modernisation. According to Kapit MP Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, it is crucial to preserve and instill customs like the ‘Mangkong Tiang’ ceremony among the youth. “Even though they are increasingly exposed to technological advancements like social media, we

Gula apong industry holds economic potential for Beting Maro

BETING MARO: Razaili Gapor has stressed the need to elevate the gula apong production industry to a higher level, highlighting its potential to boost the local economy. The Beting Maro assemblyman pointed out that this particular industry had untapped opportunities for further development and could offer a substantial income for

Sarawak targets fourth Hawana hosting

KUCHING: Sarawak is eyeing the opportunity to host the fourth National Journalists Day (Hawana) next year. Communications and Multimedia Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that Sarawak’s keen interest in hosting the prestigious event will be discussed with the organising committee to explore the possibility. “We are aware of Sarawak’s aspiration to

Kembara Sarawak convoy to tour 12 divisions

LAWAS: The Kembara Sarawak convoy was flagged off on Sunday (May 28) in conjunction with Sarawak’s 60th anniversary of independence. The convoy flagged off by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will see participants touring 12 divisions statewide. According to Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing

Sarawak’s future well directed by GPS

LAWAS: Sarawak has taken a new direction and approach in its economic development as it celebrates 60 years of independence. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari said the Sarawak government had also taken the initiative to train the youth to continue the state’s development efforts. “From the point of

United we stand, divided we fall: Minos

KUCHING: Unity within a multiracial, multi-religious, and multicultural society is paramount for the greater common good. In stating this, Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos emphasised that it is unity that binds people together. “Disunity, on the reverse, brings about division and dissension. It can even lead

Melanaus asked to organise more activities

KUCHING: Melanaus are encouraged to organise more activities to strengthen their ties with one another. In stating this, Deputy Minister for Urban Planning Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh pointed out that the Melanau community was diverse as it comprised over 40 ethnicities. “With the diversity that we

60,000 dogs need to be vaccinated

KUCHING: The Sarawak government estimates that around 60,000 dogs in the state need to be vaccinated to curb the spread of rabies. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said thus far, only 4,700 dogs had been vaccinated, leaving another 55,000 dogs to be vaccinated. “I believe that when

Now MMA seeks public role in fight against rabies

KUCHING: The worrying rabies situation in Sarawak has prompted the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) Sarawak advise the public to work together with the authorities to curb the disease. Its chairman Dr Liew Shan Fap said Sarawak has recorded 66 cases of human rabies and 59 deaths since its first outbreak