Friday, 20 March 2026

Author: Sharifah Nong Jasima

TYT receives courtesy visit from JAKIM delegation

KUCHING: Head of State (TYT) Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi received a courtesy visit from a delegation of the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) at the Astana Negeri Sarawak here today. The delegation was led by

Dewan Rakyat passes Ferry Fee Bill

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat has passed the Fee (Pengkalan Kubor Ferry) Bill 2025, marking a significant step in resolving a longstanding legal and technical issue that has persisted for more than two decades. Tanjong Manis Member of Parliament, Yusuf Abd Wahab, described the Bill as not only reaffirming the

Kuching thunderstorm triggers flooding, blackouts

KUCHING: A severe thunderstorm that struck Kuching left several places in the city having to deal with floodwaters, fallen trees, structural damage, and power outages, yesterday evening (Jul 27). Heavy rain and strong winds began around 6.30 pm, affecting several residential areas, including Batu Kawa, where properties were significantly damaged.

Sarawak’s air quality moderate, Miri near unhealthy level

KUCHING: The Department of Environment (DOE) Malaysia has confirmed that all air quality monitoring stations in Sarawak recorded moderate Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 5:00 p.m. today, according to data from the Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS). Miri registers the highest API level at 142, approaching the

Sarawak air quality remains moderate statewide

KUCHING: All air quality monitoring stations across Sarawak recorded moderate air quality levels as of 11 am today (July 27), according to data from the Department of Environment’s Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS). Currently, Kuching registered the highest Air Pollutant Index (API) reading at 80, followed by Bintulu (78),

Exhibition opens on living rhythm of Sarawak’s visual spirit

KUCHING: Sarawakian art took centre stage with the launch of ‘The Continuum: Tiga Generasi’, an evocative exhibition, celebrating three generations of visual storytelling and creative legacy. The launch was officiated by Deputy Minister for Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, who represented Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman

Early detection key to healthier rural communities

SIBURAN: Sarawak’s rural communities received a vital public health boost with the launch of the Sarawak Infectious Disease Centre’s (SIDC) Disease Surveillance Programme (DSP), officiated by Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn at Kampung Gayu here today. The initiative, marking the beginning of

SJKC Chung Hua No. 1 receives RM196,964 for infrastructure upgrades

KUCHING: SJKC Chung Hua No.1 Kuching is set to undergo several key infrastructure upgrades following the allocation of RM196,964 from the office of Bandar Kuching Member of Parliament, Dr Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen. According to a statement, the funding is intended to improve the overall learning environment for students and

Sarawak leads in veterinary innovation

PUTRAJAYA: Sarawak emerged as a standout contender at the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) Malaysia Innovation Day 2025, securing top honours in two national categories during the three-day event at Wisma Tani, Putrajaya. The annual event, organised by DVS Malaysia, aims to celebrate forward-thinking solutions in veterinary and livestock development.

Do you know her?

SIBU: The Sibu Hospital is appealing to the public for assistance to locate the family of a female Iban patient, Meliah Bauh, who has been warded since July 21, 2025. According to its statement, the patient was admitted without any identification documents and is unable to recall her MyKad number