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PDRM urges community to jointly safeguard Sarawak's safety
The Director of JPJKK Bukit Aman, Dato' Noor Hisam Nordin, called for community cooperation to maintain safety in Sarawak during the Jelajah Wira MADANI program at Wisma Sabati, Petra Jaya. He stressed the importance of community policing and distributed welfare aid to police widows, orphans, and veterans.
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Five charged with trafficking 42kg meth in Kuching acquitted
The High Court in Kuching discharged and acquitted five individuals charged with trafficking 42.2kg of methamphetamine. The judge ruled that the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case against them.
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Kuching DAP provides RM56,000 aid to 31 storm-hit households
Kuching DAP has distributed RM56,000 in disaster relief aid to 31 households in Kuching affected by last week's storm. The aid, handed over by Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii and Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong, is meant to help with roof repairs and other costs. Applications for aid are open until Sept 15.
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Abang Johari: Young Sarawak engineers must prepare for AI-driven future
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari told young engineers at the FEIAP 2026 General Assembly in Kuching to prepare for a future shaped by AI, humanoid robots and other emerging technologies. He urged them to anticipate challenges and develop solutions in areas like education, healthcare and infrastructure.
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Kuching tops cybercrime losses, followed by Miri and Sibu
Sarawak's Minister Fatimah Abdullah revealed that Kuching recorded the highest cybercrime losses in the state, totaling RM45.77 million from 782 cases between 2024 and April 2026, followed by Miri and Sibu. She spoke at a forum in Kuching, highlighting that investment scams accounted for the largest financial losses despite e-commerce scams being the most frequent.
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AI hackathon puts Sarawak business challenges to test
A two-day AI hackathon in Kuching, Sarawak, brings together 40 participants to develop AI solutions for local businesses. The event also launched the Singapore-Sarawak AI Youth Ambassador Network to foster ongoing collaboration.
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Premier: Sarawak engineers must take on the world
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari opened the FEIAP 2026 General Assembly at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) on Sept 3, 2026. In his speech, he urged Sarawakian engineers to gain international exposure and contribute globally, while carrying the state's name with pride. He highlighted the state's free tertiary education scheme as part of its human capital development efforts.
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Sarawak ready to be Asia-Pacific engineering testing ground, says Abang Johari
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari opened the FEIAP General Assembly in Kuching, inviting Asia-Pacific partners to use the state as a testing ground for new engineering solutions. He highlighted Sarawak's integrated development strategy and its strategic location in Borneo.
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Army seizes over RM380,000 in frozen goods in Serikin smuggling case
The Malaysian Army, under Ops Keris Parang, intercepted a lorry at an illegal crossing near the Malaysia-Indonesia border in Serikin, Bau, Sarawak, and seized frozen goods worth RM380,426.44. The driver and goods were handed over to the Bau district police for investigation.
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Kuching banker gets seven years' jail, 16 lashes after draining client accounts via DuitNow
A relationship manager at an international bank in Kuching was sentenced to seven years' jail, fined RM40 million, and ordered to receive 16 strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to defrauding eight senior citizens of RM1.58 million through a fake investment scheme and laundering the money via DuitNow and other transfers.
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Cooking competition brings community together
A cooking competition held in Batu Kawa on Aug 31 fostered community ties as residents shared traditional recipes. Senator Ahmad Ibrahim attended the closing ceremony at Kampung Rantau Panjang, praising the event for strengthening neighbourly bonds and passing on values.
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Stampin flood mitigation project moves forward with contractor appointment
The Letter of Award for the Stampin Resettlement Scheme flood mitigation project was handed over to TMK Construction and Transport Sdn Bhd. The RM350-million project aims to protect over 1,000 households from recurring flooding.
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Haze drives up demand for bottled water, health products in Kuching
The haze in Kuching has led to increased demand for bottled water and health products at supermarkets like Farley Kuching and Emart Batu Kawa. Retailers have increased their stock levels to meet customer needs, though prices remain unchanged.
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SMK Kapit hall project takes shape
Construction of a new multipurpose hall at SMK Kapit is progressing, funded by an allocation from Bukit Goram assemblyman Datuk Jefferson Jamit Unyat. The principal led a study visit to the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly complex in Kuching, where Jamit encouraged students to prioritize their studies.
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Two 'Superman' riders turn themselves in after viral stunt
Two motorcyclists in Bau, Sarawak, surrendered to police after a viral video showed them performing dangerous stunts on Jalan Bau-Batu Kawa. All three riders were arrested and released on bail, with two lacking valid licences.
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MBKS urged to repair damaged road shoulder, pothole near Bintawa Hawker Centre
Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has been urged to repair a damaged road shoulder and pothole opposite the Bintawa Hawker Centre in Kuching. The call was made by George Lam, special assistant to Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii, who cited pedestrian safety concerns for residents of Bintawa River View Garden.
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Sarawak Premier: 30 pct of major state projects to be allocated to Bumiputera enterprises
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari announced that 30 per cent of major state government projects will be allocated to Bumiputera enterprises. He made the announcement at the PKMM Sarawak branch's AGM in Kuching, citing the success of a similar initiative with Sarawak Energy.
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Bank manager jailed, fined RM40M for money laundering, cheating
A former bank relationship manager in Kuching was sentenced to seven years in jail and fined RM40 million after pleading guilty to 24 charges of cheating and money laundering involving over RM1.5 million.
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First Gig Workers Tribunal case involving GrabCar heard
Malaysia's first Gig Workers Tribunal hearing took place on 1 September, involving a dispute between an e-hailing worker and GrabCar Sdn Bhd. The hearing, chaired by Deputy President Suzarika Sahak at the Kuching Labour Office in Sarawak, addressed platform issues and was adjourned for further witness examination.
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Bau Hungry Ghost Festival strengthens Chinese cultural heritage
The Hungry Ghost Festival in Bau, Sarawak, held at Pekan Jambusan, drew about 200 association members and is expected to attract 1,000 to 2,000 visitors over two days. District officer Eddy Nayoi highlighted the event's role in preserving Chinese cultural heritage and attracting tourists to Bau.
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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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Simunjan peatland fire: Two hectares extinguished, 1.5 ha still burning
Firefighters in Simunjan, Sarawak, have extinguished two hectares of a peatland fire at Kampung Lubok Punggor, with 1.5 hectares still burning on the third day. The fire, which started on August 31, has affected 3.5 hectares and is being fought with limited water sources.
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Kuching Esplanade quiet due to haze, traders remain loyal waiting for customers
Haze in Kuching has emptied the Esplanade Tebingan Kuching, with traders reporting a sharp drop in customers and income. The article also notes a rise in upper respiratory tract infections in Sarawak linked to the poor air quality.
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Love scam operation centre on Jalan Song raided
Police in Kuching raided an apartment on Jalan Song on Monday night, arresting eight individuals suspected of running a love scam call centre. The suspects, aged 21 to 26, were remanded for four days at the Kuching Magistrate's Court.