Friday, 30 January 2026

Author: ST Editor

Deep-sea investors see US$2 bln risk

United Nations: Firms investing heavily to explore the seabed for valuable minerals have criticised long delays in crafting deep-sea mining rules, urging an international oceans watchdog in a letter this week to pass regulations this year. Under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, the International Seabed Authority (ISA),

Doctor puts out fire in children’s ward

SARATOK: A quick-thinking doctor from Melaka turned hero early Thursday morning when he extinguished a fire in the children’s ward of Saratok Hospital before it could escalate. Dr Muhammad Zulhusni Muhammad Damanhuri, 32, acted swiftly after spotting flames from an exhaust fan in the ward’s toilet. Using a dry powder

Diverse economic projects ensure sustainability

LUBOK ANTU: The Village Development and Security Committees (JKKKs) receiving funds under the MADANI Community Prosperity Programme (SejaTi) must ensure that their economic projects are sustainable. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof urged JKKKs within the same district to select diverse projects. “Do not apply for the same type

Flood-prone communities should prepare early

DEBAK: Residents in flood-prone areas here have been urged to proactively prepare for potential floods by moving valuables to safer ground. Betong District Civil Defence Officer Captain Siti Huzaimah Ibrahim said the residents must stay vigilant about rising water levels and weather forecasts.“Floods are a recurring issue in Debak, particularly

Hoping to be lucky on second try

SIMANGGANG: Although she previously failed to win the Benak Tourism Queen title in the past competition, the beautiful young lady from Simunjan remains hopeful. In fact, Intan Syafiqah Yunus continues her mission this year by rejoining the same competition in the 2024 edition, themed Royal Art of Borneo, organised in

Azam-Finas host training workshop draws 90

KUCHING: Azam Sarawak, in collaboration with Finas Borneo, is hosting a three-day Host Training Workshop 2.0. The workshop which began on Tuesday aims to train individuals in professional hosting skills, focusing on event management and creating impactful experiences for audiences. Azam Sarawak Chief Executive Officer, Ali Suhaili, said that hosting

The legislation impact of businesses with the gazettement of the Cyber Security Act 2024

THE Cyber Security Act 2024 marks a pivotal shift in Malaysia’s approach to managing cybersecurity risks and enhancing the nation’s overall cyber resilience. This will especially affect sectors under the National Critical Information Infrastructure (NCII), which covers 11 sectors including government, banking and finance, transportation, information, communication and digital, healthcare

Manhunt Malaysia 2024

Chris Foo is set to represent Sarawak in the finals of the 2024 Manhunt Malaysia, to be held at the Geo Resort and Hotel in Genting Highland, Pahang, on September 16. The winner will then represent Malaysia to compete with up to 50 male models from around the world in

Lawn bowls: Battle for top spots hots up

KUCHING: The battle for the top six spots is heating up as the group stage of the lawn bowls event enters its second day today at Sarawak Lawn Bowls Arena. The Sarawak men’s doubles team kicked off the day with a strong performance, securing a decisive 17-4 victory over Perak.