The Borneo Post
‘Nothing racial in Bumi share proposal’
KUCHING: The proposed 30 per cent opportunity for Bumiputera contractors is aimed at broadening economic participation and should not be portrayedasracialdiscrimination, said Dato Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. The Chief Political Secretary to the Sarawak...
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Joint Marudi culling ops nets nine crocs, including two 17-foot giants
MIRI: A total of nine crocodiles, two of which measured about 17 feet (5.18 metres) in length, were captured during a joint culling operation in Marudi. Seven of the reptiles were snared on Tuesday and two yesterday, with the operation involving...
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Telang Usan school’s AI waste sorter wins national tech competition
MIRI: A team from a secondary school in rural Telang Usan has been crowned the champion of the Petrosains Tech4All 2026. The Smart Object Recycling Technology (S.O.R.T.) is an artificial intelligence (AI) system designed by the SMK Long Bedian team to...
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Building prosperity, securing our future
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has unveiled an expansionary and developmentoriented Sarawak Budget for 2027 with RM10.098 billion set aside as funds for development expenditure. Themed ‘Together building prosperity and securing...
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150 welfare recipients receive cash aid, hampers at TYT’s birthday reception
A total of 150 welfare recipients under the Sarawak Social Welfare Department received RM100 each and a hamper during a high-tea reception held yesterday in conjunction with the 80th birthday celebration of Sarawak Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi...
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Happy SARAWAK GOVERNOR’S Birthday
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National Covenant for a better life
KUALA LUMPUR: Budget 2027 tabled by the government yesterday focuses on easing the cost-of-living pressures faced by the people while building a fairer and stronger future for generations to come. It outlines eight key pillars, ranging from a...
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Up to 10,000 expected for TYT’s 80th birthday celebration in Kuching
KUCHING: The 80th birthday celebration of Sarawak Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar tomorrow is expected to draw between 5,000 and 10,000 people, with improved road connectivity making it easier for people from across the state to...
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MBKS bids final farewell to former mayor Datuk Song Swee Guan
Former mayor Datuk Song Swee Guan was given a final farewell at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) headquarters here yesterday, where former colleagues, staff and members of the public gathered to pay their respects. The hearse carrying Song’s...
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Sarawak eyes 70 pct rice self-sufficiency via expanded cultivation, higher yields
Sarawak is targeting up to 70 per cent self-sufficiency in rice production by expanding paddy cultivation areas and increasing yields to between eight and 12 tonnes per hectare, including through perennial rice. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang...
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SUPP mourns passing of party loyalist, ‘father of hawkers’ Song Swee Guan
The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) has paid tribute to veteran member and former leader Datuk Song Swee Guan, who passed away Sunday at the age of 84. SUPP secretary-general Dato Sebastian Ting said the party was deeply saddened by the passing...
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Student murder: Minister orders safety review, assures no cover-up
BATU PAHAT: Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek has ordered a comprehensive review of all aspects of school management and security following the murder of a female student at a school in Yong Peng here on Saturday. She said follow-up action...
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A people-focused approach
BALINGIAN: Sarawak is developing a new affordable housing model targeting the middle-income (M40) group, with pilot projects planned before the scheme be potentially expanded to other urban areas. According to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang...
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Sarawak Performing Arts Centre on track for June 2027 completion
The Sarawak Performing Arts Centre is expected to be completed by June next year, potentially allowing the new venue to host performances for visitors during the SEA Games in September. According to Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and...
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Sarawak’s ageing population straining healthcare system, says deputy premier
KUCHING: Sarawak’s rapidly ageing population is pu ing growing pressure on its healthcare system, with only six geriatricians available to serve some 365,000 people aged 60 and above. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said Sarawak had four...
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CP: Business dispute main motive behind convenience store arsons
Police have identified a business dispute as the main motive behind the recent convenience store arson cases, with investigations also finding that most of the premises linked to the case were allegedly involved in selling online gambling...
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Sarawak Iban ‘gagung’ proposed for geographical indication registration
Efforts are underway to register the Iban ‘gagung’ as a geographical indication (GI) to safeguard its identity, distinctive characteristics and traditional craftsmanship as part of Iban cultural heritage. Sarawak Gagung Club (KGS) chairman and Bukit...
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Tun Dr Siti Hasmah dies aged 100, laid to rest at National Cemetery
The late Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali was laid to rest at the National Cemetery here yesterday, with her husband Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, their children and family members present. The state funeral was held as a final tribute to the wife of the former...
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No longer just for kids: Parks must evolve functions to cater to all ages – Dr Sim
KUCHING: The functions of public parks should evolve from providing entertainment to children to catering to the recreational, activity and social needs of people of all ages, particularly the elderly, said Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. Speaking at the...
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S’wak plans lake devt authority
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to establish an authority to manage the development of all man-made lakes and reservoirs across the state, said Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Premier said the authority would be tasked with developing and...
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Rep: JPN Mekar drive helps ease access to personal documentation
BINTANGOR: The National Registration Department (JPN)’s ‘Program Menyemai Kasih Rakyat’ (Mekar) is assisting members of the community overcome difficulties in completing personal documentation and registration ma ers. Meradong assemblyman Datuk Ding...
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EC receives 18 objections over proposed Sarawak electoral boundaries review
KUCHING: The Election Commission (EC) has received 18 representations objecting to the proposed electoral boundaries under the 7th Sarawak Constituency Delimitation Review, with most concerning changes to polling districts between state...
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Transitioning to high-growth economy
SHANGHAI: Malaysia is positioning Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) at the centre of its industrial policy, making it a key instrument of economic transformation to build a highly skilled and well-paid workforce. Prime Minister...
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S’wak CP: Action against ‘convenience stores’ found acting as online gambling fronts
KUCHING: The police will take action against ‘convenience stores’ acting as fronts for illegal online gambling activities, including applying to the local authorities to revoke their business licences, said Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mohamad...
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FDS crash: KPWKM ready to provide counselling, assistance to family of late nurse Debra Moset
PADAWAN: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) is ready to provide counselling services to the family of the late nurse Debra Moset, who was killed in the Flying Doctor Service (FDS) helicopter crash in Long Lellang. Minister...
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Happy Malaysia Day
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Different roots, one destiny: The Malaysia we are building
MALAYSIA Day is more than the commemoration of a historic date; it is a reminder of an extraordinary national journey – the coming together of diverse territories, communities, cultures and histories to build one federation and a shared future called...
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Long Lellang tragedy: Sombre mood as mourners bid farewell to nurse Debra
Hundreds of mourners gathered at St Patrick’s Chapel in Kampung Semadang here yesterday to pay their last respects to Flying Doctor Service (FDS) staff nurse Debra Moset, one of the five victims killed in last week’s helicopter crash in Long...
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‘This may be my last time’: Abang Johari hints at possible final term as PBB president
MIRI: “This may be my last time.” That was the candid message from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg as he called on the older generation to make way for younger leaders to carry on the responsibility and struggle of Parti Pesaka...
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PM Anwar hopeful of Malaysia’s BRICS mission to achieve objectives
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hopes Malaysia’s diplomatic mission at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in India would achieve its objectives, while his light-hearted reference to himself as ‘Guru’ in a Facebook post after arriving...
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More MPs from Sarawak, Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: The Federal Constitution will be amended to allow for greater representation of members of Parliament from Sabah and Sarawak, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said this would be in line with what was promised under the...
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Premier: Sarawak explores biodiversity reservoir for regenerative medicine research
KUCHING: Sarawak is exploring the potential of its rich biodiversity as a source for research into regenerative medicine that could eventually contribute to new treatments for debilitating diseases, particularly cancer. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri...
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Long Lellang heli tragedy: Remains of five victims recovered from wreckage
MIRI: All five victims in the helicopter which crashed in Long Lellang on Tuesday have been recovered, Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah said. He said the charred remains were found in the wreckage, adding that further...
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Five dead in Long Lellang tragedy
MIRI: A four-member Flying Doctor Service (FDS) team and their pilot were killed yesterday a er their helicopter crashed at the Long Lellang Short Take-Off and Landing Airport (STOLport) in the interior of Baram. Miri Resident Galong Luang confirmed...
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Interior regions hammered by El Niño
Prolonged drought linked to the El Niño phenomenon has le several areas in Ulu Baram and Upper Tinjar facing water shortages, with falling river levels affecting both daily water needs and river travel. In Long Kerong, villagers said the water level...
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PM: Governance probes not about vengeance, but upholding rule of law
Investigations and disclosures concerning governance issues involving several government agencies, including the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) and Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH), are not merely political polemics or motivated by jealousy and...
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Serian folks soldier on amid haze emergency
Life in this division continued largely as normal on Saturday despite the haze emergency declared a day earlier, although many residents could be seen wearing face masks as a precaution against the poor air quality. A survey by thesundaypost found...
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Cloud seeding begins in Sarawak to combat haze, boost water reserves
KUCHING: Sarawak has begun its long-awaited cloud seeding operation in a bid to mitigate the haze and replenish water reserves amid prolonged hot and dry weather. The third series of the 2026 Cloud Seeding Operation (OPA) will run until Sept 5,...
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Loagan Bunut homestay forced to close temporarily after lake dries up
Operations at Mutiara Bunut Homestay in Loagan Bunut National Park have been temporarily suspended a er the lake dried up due to the prolonged dry spell. Homestay owner Rolland Ayu, 63, said the suspension affected bookings planned for August and...
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Three Sarawak parliamentary seats in line for two new state constituencies each under EC proposal
Seventeen new state constituencies have been proposed across Sarawak under the Election Commission’s (EC) 2026 electoral boundary review, with Petra Jaya, Sibu, and Miri parliamentary constituencies each set to gain two new seats. Under the proposed...
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‘Great show!’: Anwar hails Malaysians’ spirit at 2026 National Day celebration
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim praised and expressed his appreciation to everyone involved, as well as members of the public who a ended the 2026 National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya here yesterday. “Great, great show!...
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Preparing for haze emergency
KUCHING: Sarawak is preparing for a possible declaration of a Disaster Emergency should the current haze situation reaches a critical level, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. The Sarawak Disaster Management Commi ee (SDMC) chairman...
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Sibu Jaya Waterfiesta 7.0 attracts more than 10,000 festival-goers
SIBU: The seventh edition of the Sibu Jaya Waterfiesta, organised by AmCorp and Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC), drew a large crowd at the Azman Hashim Community Sports Centre in Sibu Jaya yesterday. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and...
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National Day celebrations gather momentum, excitement as crowds flock to Dataran Putrajaya
PUTRAJAYA: The excitement surrounding the 2026 National Day celebrations was building up yesterday as crowds flocked to the iconic Dataran Putrajaya to witness first-hand the preparations and parade rehearsals ahead of the historic celebration this Aug...
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Resolving issues through dialogue
KUCHING: Sarawak will continue to resolve issues with neighbouring Indonesia through dialogue and engagement rather than allow ma ers such as the haze to escalate into conflict, said Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Tourism, Creative Industry...
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Reopening of Temajuk-Telok Melano border crossing brings fresh potential
KUCHING: Indonesia sees fresh potential for economic, social and tourism growth following the reactivation of the once quiet Temajuk-Telok Melano border crossing linking West Kalimantan and Sarawak. Indonesia’s National Border Management Agency (BNPP...
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Anwar to deliver National Day ‘Amanat Perdana’ on August 30
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will deliver the 2026 National Day ‘Amanat Perdana’ on Aug 30 to convey the aspirations and hopes of the Madani Government leadership on the importance of embracing the spirit of independence and...
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Robotics to support ageing population
Sarawak could increasingly turn to robotics to support its ageing population and meet future manpower needs as the state government accelerates the adoption of emerging technologies. In highlighting this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari...
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River users urged to exercise caution amid hazy conditions over Sarawak
SIBU: The Sarawak Rivers Board (SRB) has advised vessel operators and river users to reduce speed and exercise extreme caution as elevated Air Pollutant Index (API) readings could reduce visibility and affect navigation safety. In a riverine safety...
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Telok Melano’s new mosque to spur local devt, says Sultan of Pahang
KUCHING: The new Masjid Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah in Telok Melano should serve as a catalyst for development in the areas and its surroundings. In stating this, Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa...
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No haze respite in days ahead
KUCHING: Sarawak is expected to continue experiencing haze over the next few days if biomass burning intensifies outside the state’s borders. Citing the Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre (ASMC), the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB)...
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Pre-dawn blaze at Sandakan village guts 28 homes, no casualties reported
Twenty-eight houses were destroyed in a fire at Kampung Nunuyan Laut here early yesterday. Sandakan fire station chief Jimmy Lagung said no injuries or fatalities were reported in the incident, which happened around 3.50am. “Strong winds made it...
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Kampua mee to Sukma gold: Yoyo wins hammer gold for Sarawak
SERDANG: Hammer thrower Yoyo Wong Zhi Yao needed just one mighty throw to deliver gold for Sarawak at the Malaysia Games (Sukma) XXII Selangor 2026 at the Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Sports Complex here yesterday morning. A er fouling her first...
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Uggah dismisses claims Sejingkat Bridge will kill off Pending Port
The new RM365.7 million Sejingkat Bridge will not cause the decline of Pending Port as claimed by the opposition, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. During the final stitching ceremony for the bridge in Demak Laut here yesterday, the...
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Satay vendor, boat operator recall rescue of woman in Darul Hana Bridge fall
KUCHING: The satay stall at Pangkalan Sapi here was quiet that Friday evening, the dinner rush still an hour away, when children’s voices drew the a ention of stall owner Leman Adi, 43, toward the Darul Hana Bridge. A woman was si ing on the...
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Use AI for good, not bullying
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Young Sarawakians are urged to use artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology responsibly amid growing concerns over cyberbullying, scams and online deception. In making this call, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari...
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Another week of hot, hazy days
Hot and relatively dry weather is expected to persist in Sarawak and several other areas of Borneo until Aug 20, potentially increasing the risk of haze and reducing visibility, particularly in southern Sarawak. The Malaysian Meteorological Department...
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Joint operations see 53 invasive green iguanas caught at Miri’s Bulatan Park
MIRI: The Green Iguana Control Operations at Bulatan Park here have captured 53 green iguanas since April. Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran said the joint operations with Miri City Council (MCC) were being...
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School closures as air quality plummets
A total of 107 schools in the Serian Division have been temporarily closed after Air Pollutant Index (API) readings in the area exceeded 200 yesterday, reaching the very unhealthy range. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, who is State...
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Sarawak leads nationwide CPO production growth with 7.8 pct rise
KUCHING: Sarawak recorded the highest growth in crude palm oil (CPO) production in the country last year, rising 7.8 per cent to 4.50 million tonnes, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad. The figure accounted for 22.2...
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Stop all open-burning, Bomba S’wak urges amid transboundary haze
The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) has issued a directive urging the public to stop all open-burning activities, amidst the transboundary haze currently affecting Sarawak. Bomba Sarawak deputy director Tiong Ling Hii said the advisory was made...
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MetMalaysia: Hot weather, reduced rainfall in most parts of Sarawak until Aug 14
KUCHING: Most parts of Sarawak will be experiencing hot weather and reduced rainfall until Aug 14, said Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) director-general Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip. In addition, he said southern Sarawak is set to...
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Bebuak Mud tourism site in Limbang set for privatisation to boost sustainability
The Bebuak Mud area in Kampung Meritam, Limbang is set to be privatised as part of efforts to ensure the tourism site is managed more sustainably and systematically. Limbang District Council chairman Councillor Sufian Mohat said the council was also...
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Federal Territories Minister, KL mayor sample Kuching’s culinary scene
KUCHING: Minister in Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh and Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud sampled a taste of Kuching’s culinary scene on Friday morning as part of their visit to the city. The two, who arrived...
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Perennial paddy breakthrough
MIRI: Sarawak has become the first state in Malaysia to successfully pilot perennial paddy cultivation, marking a major breakthrough in the state’s efforts to strengthen food security and achieve greater selfsufficiency in rice production. Premier...
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Be AI-savvy, but remain vigilant before believing, public advised
The public should embrace artificial intelligence (AI) while remaining vigilant in verifying information generated or circulated through the technology, especially with elections on the horizon, said Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. The Deputy Premier...
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Premier: Study high cholesterol, obesity concerns in Kapit, Sibu
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called for further study into cholesterol and obesity concerns detected through health screenings conducted under the Sarawakku Sayang programme in Kapit and Sibu. He said healthcare personnel...
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S’wak targeting regional leadership in sustainable agri-food innovation
BINTULU: Sarawak is positioning itself to become a regional leader in sustainable agriculture and agri-food innovation by transforming its agricultural sector through advanced technologies, research and strategic partnerships, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri...
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Kuala Baram Cycling Race more than a competition now, says minister
MIRI: The Kuala Baram Cycling Race (KBCR) has grown beyond a cycling competition into a platform that promotes tourism, healthy living, environmental sustainability and community engagement, said Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister for...
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Mayor: Kuching needs serious leadership, not political theatrics
Kuching deserves serious leadership, not endless political performance, to realise its aspiration of becoming an international city in line with Sarawak’s goal of achieving developed and high-income status by 2030. Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong...
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State-level Warriors Day parade in Petra Jaya honours fallen heroes
KUCHING: As the notes of the ‘Last Post’ echoed across Dataran Perayaan Petra Jaya yesterday, those gathered to pay tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes received a solemn reminder of their sacrifices. The state-level Warriors Day 2026 Parade,...
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Elderly woman living in Canada Hill hut for two decades chooses to stay despite public concern
MIRI: A 64-year-old woman, who has been living alone in a makeshi hut along the Canada Hill hiking trail for about 20 years, has chosen to remain there despite public concern. A Facebook post on the MIRI Community page regarding Sidatang Gabak’s...
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Nurturing Sarawak’s ‘new Einsteins’
KUCHING: Sarawak is investing in its young minds to produce a new generation of scientists capable of tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges through the newly launched Sarawak Science Centre (SSCiEX) in Petra Jaya here. Premier Datuk...
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