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Kapit will host Sarawak's official National Day celebration on August 30-31, with festivities designed to promote patriotism and national unity. Top state leaders are expected to attend.
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation has launched the National Science Week Carnival 2026 in Sarawak, focusing on bringing science education and technology literacy to remote and rural communities through school outreach programmes.
Sarawak has unveiled plans to develop the 3,655-hectare RASCOM site in Sibu for housing, infrastructure and agriculture following its recent transfer from the federal government under the Malaysia Agreement 1963.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved transferring control of the Rajang Area Security Command site in Sibu to Sarawak, comprising four locations spanning 3,655.60 hectares. The move reflects federal commitment to MA63 principles.
A fatal traffic accident in Sibu claimed two lives when a car lost control and plummeted into a roadside drain. Emergency responders arrived within minutes but were unable to save the occupants.
Former minister Khairy Jamaluddin has urged the Petronas-Sarawak dispute to be resolved through the courts rather than political negotiations, arguing that legal clarity is essential for investor confidence in Malaysia's energy sector.
More than 10,000 participants from various ethnic backgrounds walked through Sibu's streets in the Sarawak Day Unity Walk 2026, celebrating the state's unity and patriotic spirit alongside top government officials.
AirBorneo has cautioned passengers against purchasing tickets through third-party websites, citing risks including inflated prices, hidden fees, and booking complications. The airline recommends booking directly through official channels.
Sarawak Customs officers have arrested two men following discovery of RM1.32 million worth of narcotics at Kuching International Airport. The interception marks a significant win against regional drug trafficking networks.
Sarawak has launched AirBorneo Airways, a state-owned carrier designed to tackle long-standing complaints over expensive airfares while boosting regional connectivity and economic development across the East Malaysian state.
The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development has launched its KasihnITa programme in Sarawak, bringing together government agencies to provide single mothers with financial literacy, legal counsel, and welfare guidance.
Authorities have instructed a Langkawi kindergarten to suspend operations while investigating claims of child neglect, including allegations children were made to sleep on floors without mattresses.
Malaysian police report that a 19-year-old from Sarawak was arrested at Hong Kong airport with an alleged 3kg cannabis haul. Authorities believe the teenager was recruited by an international drug syndicate operating across the region.
A 19-year-old from Sarawak has been arrested in Hong Kong with approximately three kilogrammes of cannabis buds. Malaysian police believe the teenager was enlisted by an organised drug ring to serve as a courier, marking another instance of regional syndicate recruitment.
The Upper Rajang Development Agency is forging closer ties with academic institutions and development bodies to shift the region's economy away from raw commodity production toward innovation-driven, high-value industries.
The longstanding ferry link between Labuan and Lawas, Sarawak has halted for the first time in over three decades. RPL Shipyard cited diesel supply problems and mounting operational expenses as reasons for the three-month suspension beginning July 14.
Police have arrested a 26-year-old man and seized RM6.19 million in frozen pork products imported without valid permits during an operation at a Miri warehouse. The raid uncovered 30,000kg of cooked pork intestines and thousands of kilograms of other cuts.
Authorities in Miri have uncovered a significant smuggling operation, confiscating RM6.19 million worth of frozen pork products during a late-night warehouse raid. One local suspect was detained for questioning.
AirBorneo will maintain a consistent RM375 all-inclusive one-way fare between Kuala Lumpur and Kuching throughout 2024, aiming to stabilise airfares and improve air connectivity for Sarawak travellers.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the federal government is engaged in negotiations with Sarawak regarding an enhancement to the state's special grant provisions under the Malaysia Agreement 1963, signalling renewed focus on honouring constitutional commitments to the East Malaysian state.
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister has unveiled 52 environmental infrastructure projects worth RM9.46 million across Sarawak to mitigate erosion and flooding, with work already underway at multiple sites including Miri.
Malaysia's Home Ministry is mounting an aggressive campaign against the surging synthetic drug problem, deploying advanced surveillance technology and arresting nearly a quarter-million offenders in three years.
A total of 885 residents from rural areas of Julau parliamentary constituency have completed the Driving Licence Assistance Programme, gaining Class B2 Probationary Driving Licences and eligibility for subsidised fuel.
Batik Air will increase its Bintulu-Kuala Lumpur service to two daily flights from July 20, following negotiations with the government over flight frequency and ticket prices.
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Authorities in Mukah, Sarawak arrested four men and confiscated roosters and gambling paraphernalia in a raid targeting illegal cockfighting operations. The action reflects intensified enforcement against underground animal sports.
A Kuching gymnasium owner is calling for greater awareness of muscle-strength training among Malaysia's elderly population, citing its proven effectiveness in preventing falls and fractures while improving daily mobility and quality of life.