6 stories within reach of Sibu, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
A tour bus overturned at a roundabout near Sibu, injuring 23 people. All victims received on-site medical treatment before being transported to Sibu Hospital and Kanowit Hospital for further care.
The Sarawak Rivers Board has issued a warning to river transport users, particularly on the Rajang River, due to hazardous conditions caused by haze reducing visibility and drought shrinking navigable channels. Boatmen are advised to plan journeys carefully and exercise caution.
Sarawak Women, Children and Community Wellbeing Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has ordered relevant agencies to ensure welfare support for the family involved in the Sibu child death case. The directive aims to provide necessary assistance to the affected family during this difficult time.
A 49-year-old man has been remanded for six days in Sibu, Sarawak, to assist in a murder investigation following the death of a five-year-old boy. The suspect is being held as police probe the circumstances surrounding the child's death.
Sarawak's deputy minister announced a target to deliver 20,000 affordable homes by 2030, emphasizing collaboration with the housing industry to meet the people's needs. The statement was made in Sibu, highlighting the state's commitment to addressing housing affordability.
A five-year-old child died in an alleged slashing incident in Sibu, prompting a police investigation into the case.