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Serian man gets five years in jail for raping teen, spreading videos on Telegram
2+ hour, 8+ min ago (286+ words) KUCHING, May 18: A 20-year-old man from Serian has been sentenced to five years in prison after admitting to the rape of a 14-year-old girl in 2023. The Sessions Court delivered the penalty after the accused pleaded guilty to two charges under…...
Sarawak establishing Quantum AI research, economics collaboration with Cambridge University, UK
5+ hour, 36+ min ago (281+ words) KUCHING, May 18: Sarawak is positioning itself as a sovereign AI leader, through a strategic roadmap of future-focused initiatives. According to Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Dato Sri Roland Sagah, this vision is anchored by foundational infrastructures like…...
Minister clarifies: Internal pipelines installation, maintenance fall on property owners
3+ hour, 32+ min ago (245+ words) KUCHING, May 18: Under Sarawak's water laws, the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB) and Sarawak Water are only responsible for supplying treated water up to the main meter of a premises, while all internal piping systems, storage tanks, pumps, and maintenance…...
Anang rindang: Kapit MP warns against complacency, calls for unity for better devt delivery
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (288+ words) KUCHING, May 17: Kapit MP Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi has warned all parties'whether political leaders, community leaders, or civil servants'against being complacent, or "anang rindang. Nanta, who is also the Works Minister, urged all parties to continue working as one…...
Premier to speak at Philanthropy Asia Summit 2026, holds bilateral engagements in Singapore
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (313+ words) KUCHING, May 17: The Philanthropy Asia Summit 2026 will feature Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg as one of its speakers during his two-day working visit to Singapore, which is focused on sustainability and bilateral engagements. According to…...
PDP pushing for fairer seat allocation within GPS, says deputy president
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (252+ words) KUCHING, May 17: Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) is continuing its push for fairer representation in the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUS), Parliament and local councils within the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, says its deputy president Datuk Henry Harry Jinep. According to…...
Ex-Sabah CM: UEC issue reflects diverging perspectives between Borneo States, Peninsular M'sia
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (277+ words) KUCHING, May 16: The ongoing discussion about Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) holders" entry to public universities highlights the differing perspectives between Peninsular Malaysia and Sarawak and Sabah, says former Sabah chief minister, Salleh Said Keruak. In a Facebook post, he said…...
MBKS warns: RM1, 000 fine or jail for irresponsible dumping of household, garden, construction waste
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (308+ words) KUCHING, May 16: Residents in Kuching South are being warned that they face fines of up to RM1, 000 or even imprisonment if caught illegally dumping rubbish, including garden waste, construction debris and renovation materials outside their homes, in backlanes, vacant lots or…...
Niti Daun poised to become permanent yearly fixture in Gawai Dayak calendar in Bintulu
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (238+ words) BINTULU, May 16: The inaugural Niti Daun programme is set to become a permanent fixture in the annual Gawai Dayak celebration calendar following a strong turnout from the local community. The colourful event at Bintulu Esplanade drew a strong turnout of…...
PDP president fires warning shot at "one party" in GPS over bullying culture
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (427+ words) KUCHING, May 16: Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has warned that instances of bullying and incooperative behaviour by one party within the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition will only disrupt efforts to stabilise relations and could…...