Author: Margaret Ringgit

Premier launches Narum language directory in preservation bid

MARUDI: A directory book spanning 194 pages on the Narum language was launched here today by the Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The task of compiling these 2,500 words into a book was undertaken by Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka (DBP) Sarawak branch starting in 2017. According

Baram Regatta to be held triennially from now

MARUDI: The Baram Regatta will from now only be held once every three years to ensure it remains an exclusive event, said Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil.Speaking at the launching of the Baram Regatta 2023 at Marudi Waterfront on Saturday, Penguang who

Florence keeps family’s Sape tradition alive

MIRI: Florence Devong Terence, 21, carries a musical legacy in her heart, one that resonates with the soulful strings of the Sape. It’s not just an instrument to her; it’s a treasured heirloom of the Kayan community and a bridge to her cherished childhood memories. As a young girl, Florence’s

Unity Cup race to be included in Baram Regatta

MARUDI: Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) is bringing a new race category to Baram Regatta this year called Unity Trophy to be held here this October 1. The Unity Cup will offer a cash prize of RM10,000 and a trophy, while second place will receive a cash of RM8,000 along with

Ronaldo Wan Lusat is Bintang Baram Regatta champ

MIRI: Last Friday night was a big moment for Ronaldo Wan Lusat, when he was named as the champion for ‘Bintang Baram Regatta’ singing competition. He sang ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ and brought home a cash prize of RM2,000.Ronaldo, 25, is a Mountain Cave Search and Rescue (MOCSAR) crew based in Mulu.

Miri Council preserves Jalan Raja building

MIRI: Miri City Council (MCC) has plans to maintain its current building located at Jalan Raja, which has stood since the 1960s. MCC mayor Adam Yii said that the building was built when the Council was previously known as the Miri District Council. With its colonial architecture, it holds historical

160 SJK(C) receive federal aid; more to come

MIRI: A total of 160 out of 192 Chinese national-type primary schools in Sarawak have received financial aid from the federal government to repair school facilities this year. “The remaining schools that have submitted applications for financial assistance to undertake repairs will also receive similar aid as soon as possible,”

Morning blaze renders six homeless

MIRI: Six people were left homeless this morning (Sept 25) after their house at Lorong Meranti 2, Kampung Abdul Rahman Lambir here, was destroyed by fire. The Miri Fire and Rescue Department reported that it was alerted to the incident at 7.16 am. A team from the Lopeng Fire Station

Sarawak scouts sailors for Sukma 2024

MIRI: Sarawak is on the hunt for more athletes to represent the state in the upcoming Sukma 2024 sailing events. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, Dr. Ripin Lamat, was calling on young talents, especially from Telang Usan, to step up. He encouraged those with a passion for

Seven nabbed for drink driving in Miri ops

MIRI: Seven individuals were arrested during a four-hour Ops Mabuk carried out by Miri Traffic police on Saturday night along the Jalan Miri -Bintulu. Those individuals, aged 25 to 68, were arrested under Section 45A of the Road Transport Act 1987 for driving under the influence of alcohol. During the