Monday, 5 January 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

Affordable flight tickets for Sarawakian through state-owned boutique airline

BINTULU: Sarawakians are set to benefit from subsidised flight tickets through the state-owned boutique airline, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah said the fare rates offered would be reasonable and affordable for passengers, acknowledging that a significant number of Sarawakians seek work and educational opportunities beyond the

Proposed cross-Borneo railway project in negotiation phase, says DPM Fadillah

BINTULU: The Sarawak Government’s proposal for the construction of a cross-Borneo railway service is currently in the negotiation phase. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said federal Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah is outlining plans that involve multiple countries and regions in Borneo, including Indonesia, Brunei, Sarawak, and

Fadillah urges strong support for GPS candidate in Jepak by-election

BINTULU: Support from the people is crucial to ensure that the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) secures a convincing win in the upcoming Jepak by-election on November 4. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof asserted that voters must ensure the GPS candidate, Iskandar Turkee, wins with a significant majority. Fadillah,

Gotong-royong shows cooperation between leader and people

SRI AMAN: The ‘gotong-royong’ programme can serve as an indicator of the level of collaboration between the community leader and the people, said Simanggang assemblyman Datuk Francis Harden Hollis. He said that, in addition to fostering awareness of the importance of cleanliness, this communal work can also measure the level

State-of-the art Miri City Health Clinic to serve 500 to 800 patients daily

MIRI: The newly constructed Miri City Health Clinic (Type 2) will soon provide comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Scheduled to commence operations in the first quarter of 2024 after the delivery and setup of both medical and non-medical equipment, the clinic is expected to provide Miri residents additional healthcare

STU: Ensure education in Sarawak continues to be delivered in respectful manner

KUCHING: The Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) has endorsed Education International’s solidarity with educators, students, and communities in the Gaza strip. STU president Kullin Djayang highlighted in a statement his grave concern for the impact of this conflict on innocent children and civilians. He emphasised the fundamental principle that every child

Sarawak schools staying out, says deputy minister

KUCHING: Sarawak schools and educational institutions are not involved in observing a solidarity week in support of the Palestinian cause – to be held from Oct 29 to Nov 3 – as directed by the Ministry of Education through a notice dated Oct 21, following concerns expressed by several groups,

Thousands of Muslims gather for prayer and solidarity with Palestine

KUCHING: Masjid Jamek Sarawak here saw a turnout of around 3,000 Muslim devotees who gathered last evening (Oct 26) for prayers for Palestine. The mosque authorities, with the assistance of traffic police, efficiently controlled the flow of traffic as early as 5.30 pm, ensuring the smooth arrival of members of

GPS candidate Iskandar Turkee’s diverse heritage an asset, says Liwan

BINTULU: In preparation for the upcoming Jepak state by-election, the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has put forward a candidate with a distinctive heritage to effectively represent the diverse interests of the local population. Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) vice-president Datuk Liwan Lagang praised Sarawak Premier and GPS chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan