Sarawak’s role in shaping unity in perspective
KUCHING: The Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, reflected on the nation’s formation and the state’s enduring role in shaping unity, economic growth and global relevance. In his Malaysia Day 2025 message, he began by honouring September 16, 1963 as a defining date when the Federation of Malaya, Sabah, Sarawak […]
‘Jom Heboh’ returns to Sarawak with Kota Samarahan debut
KUCHING: The ‘Jom Heboh’ infotainment carnival will return to Sarawak this year with two stops, making its debut in Kota Samarahan before heading to Miri. Organised by Media Prima, the first leg of the 2026 roadshow will be held in Kota Samarahan from July 31 to August 2, marking the first time the event will […]
FIFA World Cup: From Kuching, applause for the Tartan Army
KUCHING: The feel-good story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup belongs to Scotland’s fans. The World Cup is usually defined by what happens on the pitch – goals, upsets and the pursuit of glory. But one of the most memorable stories of this tournament has come from the stands. The Tartan Army, Scotland’s travelling supporters, […]
Man jailed 12 months for threatening mother’s life
KUCHING: A 24-year-old man was sentenced to 12 months’ imprisonment by the Magistrate’s Court here today for threatening to kill his mother. Magistrate Leona Dominic Mojiliu handed down the sentence on Putra Sanggar Francis Mabong, who was unrepresented. Putra was charged under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation. The offence carries a […]
Keep close watch on children’s online and offline activities
KUCHING: Parents, educational institutions and the young generation must work together to ensure children are protected from the risk of sexual crimes, which can have lasting physical, emotional and psychological consequences. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Public Complaint Bureau Chief, Milton Foo, said sexual offences remain a serious concern, particularly with the widespread use of […]
Premier receives courtesy call from retiring Baitulmal Sarawak GM
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today received a farewell courtesy call from Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak’s General Manager, Datuk Abang Mohd Shibli Abang Mohd Nailie. The courtesy call was held at the Premier’s office at the Satria Pertiwi Complex here. The visit marked Abang Shibli’s retirement after 28 years of service […]
Urban seats set to be fierce election battlegrounds
By Rintos Mail KUCHING: Several urban constituencies are shaping up to be among the fiercest battlegrounds in the coming Sarawak election, with contests between the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) and the Democratic Action Party (DAP) expected to dominate the political landscape. Political analyst, Datuk Dr Lee Kuok Tiung, said current attention is focused almost […]
Abundant green energy gives Sarawak edge in attracting industries
KUCHING: Sarawak’s abundant energy resources and growing green energy capacity give the state a competitive advantage in attracting energy-intensive industries. Ambassador of France to Malaysia, Marc Abensour, said Sarawak’s energy transition agenda was helping the state develop capabilities across a range of industrial sectors. “We see that Sarawak has this agenda to mobilise its assets, […]
Crypto scam funds possession earns man RM800 fine
KUCHING: A 53-year-old man was fined RM800, in default one month imprisonment, by the Magistrate’s Court here today for possessing money reasonably suspected to have been unlawfully obtained. Magistrate Leona Dominic Mojiliu imposed the fine on Ng Yen Hock, who pleaded guilty to the charge under Section 37(1) of the Minor Offences Ordinance (Sarawak) 1958, […]
Indonesian woman jailed, fined for illegal entry, football betting
KUCHING: An Indonesian gaming agent was sentenced by two separate courts here for entering Malaysia without valid travel documents, and assisting in carrying on a public lottery involving football betting activities. In the first case, Sessions Court Judge Musli Abdul Hamid sentenced Lia, 31, to six months’ imprisonment after she pleaded guilty to a charge […]
France eyes museum, academic ties with Sarawak
KUCHING: France is looking to strengthen cultural and academic ties with Sarawak, including exploring collaboration between Paris’ renowned Quai Branly Museum and the Borneo Cultures Museum. French Ambassador to Malaysia, Marc Abensour, said the proposal emerged after he was impressed by the Borneo Cultures Museum during his previous visit to Kuching earlier this year. Speaking […]