News near Borneo Convention Centre Kuching Sarawak
24 stories within reach of Borneo Convention Centre Kuching Sarawak, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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9th International Research Conference of the World Society of Disaster Nursing -WSDN 2026
9th International Research Conference of the World Society of Disaster Nursing -WSDN 2026. 17 September to 19 September 2026, at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching.
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Malaysia Day celebration at BCCK to proceed indoors due to haze
The Malaysia Day celebration on 16 September will proceed as planned at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak, but all events will be held indoors due to worrying haze conditions. The Cabinet was informed of the haze situation in Kuching and Serian, which led to the cancellation of outdoor activities.
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Malaysia Day celebrations to be held indoors in Kuching amid haze
Malaysia Day celebrations on Sept 16 will be held indoors at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching due to worsening haze in Sarawak. The cabinet also discussed cloud seeding operations, which have been hampered by unsuitable cloud formations.
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Malaysia Day celebrations to be held indoors in Kuching amid haze
Malaysia Day celebrations on Sept 16 will be held indoors at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) due to worsening haze conditions in Sarawak. Three areas in Sarawak, including Kuching, recorded hazardous Air Pollutant Index (API) readings, and cloud seeding operations are subject to MetMalaysia's recommendations.
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Worrying haze, Malaysia Day celebration in Sarawak to be held indoors
The Malaysia Day celebration on September 16 will be held entirely indoors at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak due to worrying haze conditions. The Cabinet, through spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil, acknowledged the severe haze in Kuching and Serian, which prevented outdoor events from proceeding.
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The Raintree Restaurant opens for breakfast
The Raintree Restaurant at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) has started serving breakfast from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 9 am. The menu includes local favourites like Nasi Lemak, Fried Mee Hoon, and steamed red bean buns, with combo prices starting from RM6.70.
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API hits 200, Sarawak International 4×4 Jamboree participants advised to stay vigilant
At the 9th Sarawak International 4×4 Jamboree Carnival in Bintulu, participants were advised to monitor the Air Pollutant Index as haze worsens, with readings exceeding 200. The minister suggested stopping activities if API exceeds 300. The event, with 563 participants from various countries, also promotes local tourism including the Penan community.
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Rock fans brave haze as Barbarik+ ignites RiTC finale
Around 1,500 fans attended the two-night Rock-in-the-City 2026 festival at the Waterfront Esplanade in Kuching despite hazy conditions. The final night featured Malaysian band Barbarik+, who performed their first live show in Kuching and introduced their new release 'Periok Api'.
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Free dog license, vaccination on September 5
The Padawan Municipal Council will hold a free dog license registration, anti-rabies vaccination, and microchipping program on September 5 at the Barei/Biperoh Kuching Association Hall in Kuching, Sarawak. The program runs from 9am to 3pm and is open to healthy dogs over three months old. Owners are reminded that failure to license and vaccinate pets may result in compound action.
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Haze improves in Sarawak as hazardous API readings fall
Haze conditions in Sarawak are improving, with the number of monitoring stations recording hazardous API readings falling from six to two as of 9am. Kuching and Serian remain hazardous, while several other areas in Sarawak and other states like Selangor and Sabah have seen air quality deteriorate to unhealthy levels.
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Haze hits hazardous levels: What you need to know
Haze has pushed air pollution to hazardous levels in five locations in Sarawak, with Serian recording the highest API reading of 351. The article explains the health risks of PM2.5 particles and offers advice on protecting oneself, including avoiding outdoor activities and wearing N95 masks.
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Haze triggers mask-buying frenzy in Sarawak's capital Kuching
Kuching, Sarawak is experiencing a mask-buying frenzy as haze worsens, with an API reading of 374 (hazardous). Pharmacies have run out of N95, KN95, and KF94 masks, and new stock is being shipped from Peninsular Malaysia.
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Sarawak haze could see API levels hit 800, says Wan Junaidi
Sarawak is experiencing severe transboundary haze from fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, with API readings reaching hazardous levels in Serian, Kuching, and other areas. The Yang di-Pertua Negeri, Wan Junaidi, warns that API levels could hit 800, recalling the 1997 crisis, and calls for Asean cooperation to address the issue.
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Indonesian fires prompt haze alerts, disrupt palm harvests
Acrid haze from Indonesian forest fires is blanketing parts of Southeast Asia, including Malaysian Borneo, disrupting palm harvests and prompting health warnings. Sarawak state is preparing to close offices and conduct cloud seeding, while Kuching has recorded the world's worst air quality for several days.
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MBKS orders redesign after smart pole displays inaccurate air quality message
Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has instructed its smart pole provider to redesign the dashboard after a viral photo showed an inaccurate advisory message encouraging outdoor activities during hazardous air quality. Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng explained the message was due to a programming limitation for API readings above 450 and confirmed corrective action is being taken.
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Toxic haze from Indonesian forest fires chokes Malaysian Borneo
Smoke from fires in Kalimantan has pushed air quality in Sarawak to hazardous levels, causing a surge in respiratory illness and forcing the cancellation of Independence Day celebrations.
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East Malaysians suffer as haze worsens
Haze from Indonesian fires worsened in Sarawak, with Kuching recording hazardous air quality. Residents face health issues and mask shortages.
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Late-night blaze leaves Giatmara Kuching building 80 pct damaged
A fire broke out late Monday night at the Giatmara Kuching building on Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui in Kuching, Sarawak, damaging about 80 percent of the structure. Firefighters from Padungan, Batu Lintang, and Tabuan Jaya stations brought the blaze under control by 12:08am; the cause and losses are under investigation.
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Sarawak to host International Conference on Microelectronics 2026
Sarawak has won the bid to host the 38th International Conference on Microelectronics (ICM) 2026, which will be held from Dec 7 to 10 at the Borneo Cultures Museum in Kuching. The conference is expected to generate an estimated RM2.5 million in economic impact and support the state's goal of becoming a high-income state by 2030.
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Kuching to host 38th International Conference on Microelectronics in December
Sarawak will host the 38th International Conference on Microelectronics (ICM 2026) in Kuching from December 7 to 10 at the Borneo Cultures Museum, bringing over 300 international delegates. The conference aims to boost Sarawak's technology and semiconductor ambitions, with an estimated RM2.5 million economic impact.
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Man jailed, caned for snatching mother's gold necklace in Kuching
A food delivery rider in Kuching was sentenced to seven years' jail and five strokes of the cane for snatching his own mother's gold necklace at their home in Kampung Stutong Baru.
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RM50,000 target for cerebral palsy care
A charity musical night in Kuching aims to raise at least RM50,000 for Wishesland Kuching, a centre for children with cerebral palsy. The event will be held on Oct 25 at Xiang Ge Restaurant.
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Record cardiology intake boosts Sarawak heart services
The Sarawak Heart Centre (PJS) in Kuching has admitted its largest-ever cohort of six first-year cardiology fellows, a milestone in its 25-year history. Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian said the intake is crucial for strengthening Sarawak's pool of cardiologists to meet growing demand and support the expansion of cardiac services.
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Sarawak targets 60 golds at Para SUKMA
Sarawak aims for 60 gold medals at the 2026 Para SUKMA in Selangor, with athletics expected to lead the medal haul. The 383-member contingent was sent off at Kuching International Airport on Tuesday.