News near Bangunan Forum Miri Sarawak
5 stories within reach of Bangunan Forum Miri Sarawak, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Kenyah culture has potential to drive tourism and community economy
At the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival (SKCF) 7.0 in Miri, Deputy Minister Datuk Gerawat Gala said the Kenyah community's cultural heritage has strong potential to boost tourism and local economic opportunities. He also donated RM10,000 to the Persatuan Kebangsaan Kenyah Sarawak (PKKS) and urged the younger generation to preserve their traditions.
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Batik Air agrees to resume Miri-KL flights after deputy minister’s request
Batik Air has agreed to resume its Miri-Kuala Lumpur services following a request by Deputy Minister Chiew Choon Man. The airline will announce the flight schedule later, and the move is expected to improve connectivity and competition on the route.
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Concert Cultural Evolution on Sept 1 – 4 celebrates Kenyah’s ethnicity
Concert Cultural Evolution, part of the Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival 2026, will be held on Sept 3 at the Grand Ballroom, Forum Cultural Centre in Miri, Sarawak. The event features Kenyah music, dance, and Sape' performances to celebrate and promote cultural heritage.
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Manager: No flight disruptions at Miri Airport as of noon Tuesday despite haze
As of noon Tuesday, no flights at Miri Airport have been disrupted by haze, with visibility at 3,000 metres, according to airport manager Mohd Zabidi Abdullah. Air Pollutant Index readings across Sarawak range from unhealthy to very hazardous, with Lubok Antu recording a reading of 404.
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Kuala Baram bushfire worsens air quality in Miri
A massive bushfire near Jalan Desa Senadin in the Kuala Baram area of Miri worsened the haze on Monday evening. Firefighters from Lutong and Lopeng stations, along with mutual aid teams, brought the blaze under control by 11pm. Damaged fire hydrants and a broken pump hampered the operation.