24 stories within reach of Kuching, published in the last 30 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.
The junction from Jalan Lapangan Terbang to Lorong Lapangan Terbang 1 near voco hotel in Kuching will be closed overnight from August 28 to 29 for road works, affecting traffic in the area.
A Sessions Court in Kuching sentenced a 22-year-old odd-job worker and a 20-year-old cook to 10 years in prison and two strokes of the cane each for sexually assaulting a teenage girl. The offences occurred in Kuching, and the court delivered the verdict on August 28.
A severe storm in Kuching blew off the roof of Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian's family home. The incident occurred on August 28, causing damage to the property. No injuries were reported.
Sarawak's minister emphasizes the importance of dialogue and engagement in resolving issues with neighboring Indonesia, highlighting a diplomatic approach to bilateral relations.
A 63-year-old woman reported missing in Kuching was found dead in a drain. The search ended after her body was discovered, and authorities are investigating the incident.
Former Malaysian minister Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar reflects on a challenging jungle operation from his past that shaped his leadership style. He shares the experience as a formative lesson in resilience and decision-making.
Repair works are underway at Kuching International Airport after a storm damaged parts of the ceiling. The airport authority is addressing the damage to ensure safety and normal operations.
Strong winds and heavy rain damaged a section of the roof at Kuching International Airport's arrival area. The incident occurred on August 25, and a video captured the damage. Authorities are likely to assess and repair the affected area.
IKEA Malaysia will open its first small-format store in Kuching, Sarawak, marking its first East Malaysia location, with a planned December opening. The store will feature a compact layout tailored to urban shoppers.
KUCHING, Aug 23 — The Social Welfare Department (JKM) has spent about RM728.5 million to support the welfare of se...
KUCHING, Aug 22 — The Sarawak-level National Day Celebration 2026 and two other major events have been postponed a...
KUCHING, Aug 22 — Childcare centres (taska) in Sarawak will be closed immediately if the Air Pollutant Index (API)...
KUCHING, Aug 21 — Cloud seeding operations to tackle the haze will depend on favourable weather conditions, partic...
KUCHING, Aug 21 — A TikToker is being investigated after uploading a video showing a man allegedly disrespecting S...
KUCHING, Aug 20 — The ongoing haze in Sarawak is expected to persist as forest and land fires continue to rage in...
KUCHING, Aug 20 — The Sarawak Education Department has ordered schools in the Kuching, Padawan, Serian, and Samara...
KUCHING, Aug 19 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim believes he would use force to prevent any province from...