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Bus terminals getting ready for expected rush

BY NUR ATIQAH QURATULAINI KUCHING: Bus terminals here are again expected to see a significant increase in the number of commuters heading out to their villages for Hari Raya this year. This is when urban residents typically make their way back to their hometowns to partake in family gatherings and

Relief for commuters as bus express fares remain unchanged for Aidilfitri

BY VIVYNNA BUNSI ANN KUCHING: Locals here are glad to hear the good news where the bus express fares will remain unchanged for the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. Recently, Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) said it decided not to follow the 10 per cent fare hike on express

New drug smuggling tactic uncovered

BY ALLAN JAY, EDWINNIE EINSTEIN UNJI & SAMUEL KARTUNIA KORNO KUCHING: Narcotics police have uncovered a new trafficking tactic used by drug syndicates to transport drugs to a neighbouring country by modifying gas cylinders. This revelation came from Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) director, Datuk Khaw Kok Chin

Senior loses RM31,700 in fake business deal

MIRI: A woman in her sixties lost RM31,700 to a fraudulent business deal. Miri police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said that the senior citizen intended to sell scrap metal as a means of generating additional income. However, during the process of negotiating with potential buyers, the victim fell prey

Bella brushes off rumours that she planned husband’s ‘khalwat arrest’

ACTRESS Bella Astillah has dismissed the notion that she had planned the ‘khalwat’ arrest of her husband, Aliff Aziz, and actress Ruhainies recently. The 30-year-old singer said she was taken aback by the allegations, and the thought of planning something like that never occurred to her as she considers Ruhainies

TYT breaks fast with 300 guests

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jafaar broke fast with 300 guests at the Astana last night (Mac 18). Accompanying Wan Junaidi was his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi. The guests included local residents, village chiefs, community leaders around Kuching, members of non-governmental organisations

Flavourful offerings at Metrocity Night Market

BY VIVYNNA ANN CHABU KUCHING: Ramadan Bazaars are viewed as melting pots of culinary diversity, where the aroma of delicacies mingles with the chatter of eager patrons seeking unique and delectable treats. From savoury delights to sweet indulgences, each stall beckons with its distinct offerings. The New Sarawak Tribune had

Samarahan Indoor Stadium venue for futsal

KUCHING: The Samarahan Indoor Stadium in Kota Samarahan has been selected as the venue for a futsal in conjunction with the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) here in August. The futsal is scheduled to take place from Aug 13 to 23 with the participation of 12 states. So far, 192 players

Needy and mosque receive donations from Fadillah, Ibrahim

KUCHING: Fifteen needy individuals as well as the Darul Uyuun Surau received donations in conjunction with the month of Ramadan. The presentation of the donations was held during the Ramadan Exploration Programme organised by the Satok Constituency Service Centre at the Darul Uyuun Surau last night (Mar 17). Deputy Prime

Mutang Tagal breaks fast with SEB committee

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad’s (SEB) Bumiputera Participation Committee (BPBC) members recently broke fast with Senate President Datuk Mutang Tagal. One of the main highlights of the event was to honour Mutang, who previously served as a member of BPBC. The event held at a hotel here last Saturday (Mar 16)