Saturday, 2 May, 2026

8:42 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Close ties on full display at Iftar Perdana event

TATAU: The hosting of the Iftar Perdana event at the new district mosque here last Saturday served as a testament to the harmonious co-existence of the multiracial community. Minister in the Premier’s Department, Datuk Sri John Sikie Tayai, was the guest of honour at the event. In his speech, Sikie

Bigger & Better: Bintulu Marathon 2025 invites all for thrilling return on August 3

BINTULU: The Bintulu Marathon 2025 is set to return on August 3 at the Old Bintulu Airport site, promising a more exciting and larger event. al and international, are expected to take part, including professional runners and recreational sports enthusiasts.Organised by the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA), the marathon aims to

Bintulu Port bonds with local community

BINTULU: Embracing the spirit of Ramadan, Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) strengthened its bond with the community through its Safari Ramadan Programme at Al-Amin Mosque, Kuala Tatau. The programme, organised under the Bintulu Port Prihatin initiative, was also joined by BPHB’s Islamic Welfare Committee (JKI) and the Bintulu Port Foundation.

‘Battle of The Anglers 2025’ at Kolam Mega Bintulu

BINTULU: Fishing enthusiasts will have the opportunity to test their skills in Bintulu’s largest fishing competition, the “Battle of The Anglers 2025,” set to take place on May 1 at Kolam Mega Bintulu. Organised by Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Sarawak Campus (UPMKB) in collaboration with Kolam Mega Bintulu, the competition

Peryatim assistance to orphans continues, thanks to donors

BINTULU: A growing awareness among the public to help orphans has helped the Bintulu Orphans Welfare Organisation (Peryatim) to continue its tradition of supporting them annually. This year, a total of 474 orphans from 44 villages, including Sebauh and Tatau, will receive RM100 each, thanks to contributions from various parties,

Efforts underway to improve Bintulu asnaf’s economic status

BINTULU: Jepak assemblyman, Iskandar Turkee, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the Bintulu Welfare Trust Board (LAKIB) as part of ongoing efforts to assist the asnaf community and others in need here. According to Iskandar, his office is collaborating with the chairman of the Bintulu Orphans Welfare Association (Peryatim), Datuk

BDA supports NGOs and religious institutions with monetary aid

BINTULU: Four non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and a surau received contributions of RM1,000 each from the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA). They were made during the ‘BDA Sungkei with Bintulu Community’ event held at the Kampung Assyakirin Phase One Community Hall on Friday night. The presentation of BDA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Irresponsible industrial waste disposal causes drainage blockages

BINTULU: Industries operating at the Fifth Mile industrial area along Jalan Bintulu-Sibu have been urged to promptly clear waste and damaged equipment that have caused drainage blockages following a flash flood in the area a few days ago. During a site visit with officers from the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA)

Tiong donates dates, cash to mosques and prayer halls

BINTULU: Bintulu Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing recently donated dates and cash to 22 mosques and 27 prayer halls in the Bintulu parliamentary constituency in conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan. It is part of Tiong’s annual tradition during the holy month. The donations aimed to

Expand CSR programmes to encourage more welfare initiatives

BINTULU: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes during Aidilfitri should not be limited to breaking fast events but should serve as a catalyst for more continuous welfare initiatives, says Jepak assemblyman Iskandar Turkee. He noted that such charitable efforts should be expanded and not confined to festive seasons alone. According to