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Author: Naziry Harizan

Mysterious fire phenomenon in Simunjan leaves authorities, residents stumped

SIMUNJAN: An unusual occurrence at Kampung Kelka here has left both locals and authorities perplexed. A fire, approximately half a metre high, continues to blaze from a hole in the ground, raising concerns about safety and potential hazards. Discovered last Dec 29, the fire persists despite efforts to extinguish it,

Teen’s last wish ends in crocodile horror

KUCHING: “Build a room for me, Dad; I’ve grown up, so I won’t be sleeping in the living room anymore.” That was the final request of Mohammad Faqrul Zaimi Jeffri, 15, the second of three siblings and believed to be a victim of a crocodile attack in the Lubak Bodo

Subsidised LPG supply ensures abundant provision for domestic users

KUCHING: The subsidised supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Sarawak, catering to approximately 700,000 users monthly, guarantees an ample provision for domestic consumers in the state. Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi pointed out the significance of the two subsidised LPG filling centres in Kuching (IOT

Unimas and RAF Technologies collaborate to propel clean water initiatives

SIMUNJAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) has formalised a strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RAF Technologies Sdn Bhd, aiming to advance the realm of clean water treatment. The collaboration has garnered support from the Sarawak Rural Water Supply Department, with high expectations that this innovative water

Simunjan Water Treatment Plant inaugural site for high-tech water filtration machine

SIMUNJAN: The Simunjan Water Treatment Plant has been selected as the inaugural site in Sarawak for a groundbreaking study involving the utilisation of the advanced water filtration machine, Al-Jazari NR10K. Developed by RAF Technologies Sdn Bhd in collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), the Al-Jazari NR10K serves as a cutting-edge

Intl performing arts centre in the pipeline

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will build an international-class Performing Arts Centre located in the old State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan said the building would be a cultural palace for the state of Sarawak with an exclusive design and

PBB leaders confident Sarawak is on right track

KUCHING: State leaders from Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) hopes that Sarawak is able to achieve its mission of a developed state by 2030 through the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. They expressed confidence that PBB under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg

Sarawak govt urged to pursue G2G approach for rice subsidies

KUCHING: Violet Yong Wui Wui has recommended that the Sarawak government explore a government-to-government (G2G) approach when negotiating for rice subsidy allowances targeting B40 and M40 families. he Pending assemblywoman believes that this strategy is crucial in addressing the significant rise in rice prices in Sarawak. Yong pointed out that

MBKS urged to fix pothole on road

KUCHING: The condition of Jalan Kwong Lee Bank in Pending has become a pressing concern with the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) being called upon to take immediate action to address the extensive road damage plaguing the area. Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong Wui Wui voiced her concerns regarding the hazardous

Cat show to return in September 2024

KUCHING: The 2024 International Cat Show is scheduled for the first week of September next year. The Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, announced the date ahead of time to give participants, especially cat enthusiasts, ample preparation time. “I can officially confirm that the Kuching