Saturday, 31 January 2026

Author: ST Editor

I-Syariah plays key role in case management

KUCHING: The digital transformation driven by I-Syariah has enabled Syariah Court hearings and filings to be conducted seamlessly, says Sarawak Chief Syarie Judge Datuk Awang Suhaili Ledi. He said the system, developed in line with the Sarawak Digital Economy Policy and the Twelfth Malaysia Plan (12MP), has played a key

Sarawakian Bonnie bags World Cup gold in Beijing

KUCHING: Malaysian para powerlifting sensation Bonnie Bunyau Gustin reaffirmed his global supremacy yesterday (June 22) by capturing gold in the men’s 72kg category at the 2025 World Para Powerlifting World Cup, hosted at the China Administration of Sports for Persons with Disabilities (CASPD). The Sarawakian star lifted an impressive 215kg,

Premier’s Wife Juma’ani Tuanku Bujang Passes Away at 76

KUCHING: The wife of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang, passed away early this morning (June 23) at Normah Medical Specialist Centre here. She was 76. The news was confirmed by the Premier’s chief political secretary, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul

Gawai celebrations highlight strong unity among Bidayuh community

SERIAN: The recent Gawai celebrations in Kampung Taee and Kampung Panchor Dayak have demonstrated the enduring unity of the Bidayuh community. Serian District Council chairman Datuk Peter Minos described the celebrations as a clear reflection of a community coming together with shared purpose, reaffirming their cultural identity and solidarity. “At

On a wing and a prayer: Five-year-old’s cancer journey

KUCHING: The Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) has spent over RM496,000 to support Ariyana, a five-year-old girl from Miri who is undergoing treatment for neuroblastoma in the right thoracic area. Diagnosed in September 2024, Ariyana has since undergone eight cycles of chemotherapy, two surgeries to remove her tumour, a bone

Be bold in O&G dealing with Putrajaya

KUCHING: Former Mas Gading Member of Parliament, Patrick Anek Uren, has urged the state government to be bold and brave in its dealing with the federal government over the issue of oil and gas (O&G) from Sarawak land and its subsoil. He urged Premier Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Openg and

Joint Declaration manifests mutual respect, recognises Sarawak’s gas rights

THE Joint Declaration signed between the Federal and Sarawak Governments is a clear manifestation of mutual respect and recognition of Sarawak’s regulatory framework, particularly the Distribution of Gas Ordinance, 2016 (DGO 2016). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the agreement provides clarity to the oil and

New Rural Air Services agreement in progress

KUCHING: The Ministry of Transport Sarawak (MOTS), together with AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd, is currently working with the Malaysian Ministry of Transport to draft new terms and conditions for the Rural Air Services (RAS) agreement. Minister of Transport Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the new agreement will also ensure

MASwings acquisition to be completed by year-end

THE full acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd by AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Sarawak government, is expected to be completed by December 31. Deputy Minister for Transport (Aviation and Road) Datuk Dr Jerip Susil said the legal and beneficial ownership of MASwings is expected to