Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Rep champions Muay Thai for youth

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming has expressed his strong support for Muay Thai sports, focusing particularly on engaging the youth. He viewed Muay Thai as an effective means to foster community spirit, encourage self-discipline, and promote healthy living among youth. Pang’s enthusiasm is evident as he observes

Protect public property, community urged

TRANSLATED BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming urged the community to be vigilant in safeguarding public property against theft and vandalism. During a lighting ceremony for the newly installed ‘bubble bulb’ decorative lamp here on Thursday night, Pang highlighted the importance of appreciating and

Stay vigilance against natural disasters

BINTULU: Kemena assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom has advised residents, particularly those near rivers and hillsides, regarding the risk of floods and landslides. He stressed the importance of vigilance, especially as the year ends—a period prone to such natural disasters. “At this time of year, we must be

Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad launches academic encouragement scheme

BINTULU: In a commitment to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds and foster enthusiasm for learning, Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) has introduced the Bintulu Port Academic Encouragement Scheme Special Award in conjunction with the SMK Baru Outstanding Student Award (APC) 2023. The special award was presented to the top 10

Over 1,000 join Palestine solidarity rally

BINTULU: More than 1,000 people from different walks of life braved heavy rain and converged at Dataran Esplanade Bintulu in a demonstration of solidarity with Palestine on Sunday evening. Some of the participants carried umbrellas, with some wearing raincoats, were seen praying, singing and waving the Palestinian flag. Organised by

Student development through teamwork

BINTULU: Cooperation among various parties in shaping students is crucial for empowering the country’s education system. SMK Kemena principal Nasirin Adenan said that parents, alongside teachers, are fundamental in ensuring students excel academically, in co-curricular activities, and in developing strong personalities and leadership skills. “This partnership is vital for smooth

30 staff members appointed as UPM volunteers

BINTULU: Approximately 30 staff members from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Bintulu Campus have been appointed as UPM Volunteers for the Borneo Zone. The brief appointment ceremony was witnessed by the campus director, Prof Dr Shahrul Razid Sarbini; the head of Administration for UPM Bintulu Campus, Noor Hakim Akhmad; Bukryman Sabri

286 job seekers interviewed at carnival

BINTULU: A total of 286 individuals actively looking for jobs attended took the opportunities to be interviewed at the JOM Kerja Mini Carnival in conjunction with the Bintulu National Consumer Carnival 2023, recently. Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) Bintulu Branch office manager, Jimmy Hendrick Kijon said the programme held at Times

Blessing ceremony for building of new longhouse

BINTULU: Murum assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon recently officiated at the blessing ceremony for the construction of a new longhouse in Uma Bakong, Ulu Sungai Asap, Belaga. The longhouse, which was destroyed on November 19, 2018, is being rebuilt using funds from the state government’s ‘Fire Aid Assistance’ programme. “I would

Job seekers, save Nov 25 for career fair

TRANSLATED BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY BINTULU: The Bintulu Social Welfare Organisation (PERKESO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneurship Development (MySED) Sarawak and Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Campus (UPMKB), will be organising the MyFutureJobs Career Expo@ Sarawak Youth Empowerment on November 25 to 26 at Dewan Sri