Monday, 16 February 2026

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

International Kite Festival returns after 4 years

BINTULU: The Bintulu International Kite Festival (BIKF) has returned for its 16th edition after a four-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Bintulu Development Authority’s (BDA) deputy chairman, Datuk Haidar Khan Asghar Khan, said the BIKF has been a symbol of Bintulu pride since its inception in 2005. “The festival

Ahmad Alwy Muhammad Hudari receives Special Maulidur Rasul Exemplary Figure Award

BINTULU: Ahmad Alwy Muhammad Hudari, 20, has been selected as the recipient of the Special Maulidur Rasul Exemplary Figure Award at the Maulidur Rasul Bintulu Division celebration this year.  Born on June 7, 2003, he is currently pursuing his studies at Al-Azhar University in Egypt. The teenager, originally from RPR

SK Kampung Jepak wins Maulidur Rasul school banner competition

BINTULU: SK Kampung Jepak emerged as the winner in the Category A school banner competition, which included private primary schools, in conjunction with the Maulidur Rasul celebration here on Thursday (Sept 28).  The first runner-up and third place were secured by SK Bintulu and Al-Amin Integrated Primary School, respectively. In

Maulidur Rasul procession in Bintulu attracts 86 contingents

BINTULU: Over 6,000 people from 86 contingents comprising government and private agencies, statutory bodies, uniformed organisations, non-governmental organisations, students from higher education institutions, and schools joined the Maulidur Rasul celebration held at the Bintulu Esplanade here. The 3.4-kilometre procession on Thursday (Sept 28) was also attended Bintulu Deputy Resident, Abang

Inculcating healthy lifestyle via fun run

BINTULU: More than 100 participants took part in the Dance For Youth Yeah Fun Run 5KM to instil awareness of the importance of healthy lifestyle practices in everyday life. The flagging off of the participants was officiated by special officer to Bintulu Member of Parliament Steven Kong Kai Seng representing

Flood victims drop at relief centres

LIMBANG: The Medamit Community Hall, serving as a Temporary Relief Centre (PPS), has reported fewer flood victims today (Sept 23) compared to Friday. The centre recorded 17 flood victims by 3 pm, a decrease from the 199 reported on Friday afternoon.The Sarawak Civil Defence Force stated that the affected individuals

Registration for card application gets good response

BINTULU: The Kenyalang Gold Card (KGC) application registration programme organised by the Youth Movement of Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bintulu which was held at the Spring Shopping centre here, received an encouraging response from senior citizens in the division. Starting from Friday to Sunday, this programme is open specifically

Jombola eyes global recognition

BINTULU: The sport of jombola, a homegrown Malaysian game, is poised to gain traction at both national and international stages. The Murum assemblyman and Sarawak Jombola Association president, Chukpai Kennedy Ugon, introduced jombola as a unique Malaysian invention. “Jombola is a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone in the

Teacher fosters unity through community work

BINTULU: An early exposure to community activities fostered an interest in Joyce Morris Kapong to contribute to the rural people of Lundu, Bario and Limbang. According to the language teacher, her involvement started when she accompanied her parents in their travels to the inland communities. “When I accompanied them I

BYE Mini Concert in Bintulu this Saturday

BINTULU: The public are invited to attend the BYE Mini Concert scheduled for this Saturday (Sept 16) at the Boulevard Shopping Mall here. This event is a collaborative effort between Junior Chambers International (JCI) Bintulu, the Sarawak Youth and Sports Department (JBS) Bintulu Division, Boulevard Shopping Mall Bintulu, and is