7 stories within reach of Kuching, published in the last 3 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
The Election Commission will announce the proposed new and renamed Sarawak state constituencies on September 1. This follows the approval of the proposal by the Prime Minister, and the announcement will detail the 17 new DUN seats and any renaming of existing ones.
Childcare centers and kindergartens in Sarawak are still allowed to operate on a case-by-case basis to help parents who both work and have no caregiver to manage their children during the haze period.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that a final preparation meeting for the 2026 Malaysia Day celebration in Kuching will be held on September 5. The meeting aims to review all arrangements ahead of the national event.
Sarawak will only declare a state of emergency if the Air Pollutant Index (API) reaches 500 or above, as Serian continues to record hazardous readings. The state government is monitoring the situation closely.
Haze conditions in Sarawak have worsened, with Serian, Samarahan, and Kuching recording hazardous Air Pollutant Index (API) levels. The readings indicate severe air quality, prompting health concerns for residents.
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has issued a warning about scammers impersonating its officials and using phone numbers similar to the STR and Sara hotlines, as well as posing as Ministry of Finance (MoF) officials. The public is urged to be cautious and verify any suspicious calls or messages.
Sarawak Water will conduct planned repairs on a major pipeline along Jalan Matang in Kuching from September 4-5, causing water disruption. Traffic diversions will be in place from September 3-12 to facilitate the works.