A crocodile measuring about six feet long was captured by the Civil Defence Force in a housing drain in Sarikei, Sarawak, after residents raised an alarm.

Ambient air quality in Sarawak, Malaysia, has shown a rising trend in the Air Pollutant Index (API), with 17 areas now recording moderate levels.

Malaysia's federal government has decided to maintain diesel subsidies for the states of Sabah and Sarawak, citing geographical challenges, higher costs, and the regions' reliance on the fuel.

The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department has issued an urgent call for the public to cease open burning practices as the region experiences a significant increase in fire incidents this March.

Historic nurses' quarters are set to be transformed into a new Anjung Kasih facility, providing support and accommodation for families of patients at SGH (Sarawak General Hospital).

Sarawak police are fast-tracking their investigation into a fatal accident that occurred in Sri Aman, which tragically claimed the lives of three individuals.

A village in Marudi, Sarawak, has finally received electricity supply after 40 years, bringing light to homes just in time for the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations this year.

The Sarawak state government is evaluating new strategies to enhance its rabies control efforts, prompted by a growing challenge posed by cat infections in the region.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 — A 10‑year‑old boy from Kuching has died of rabies, marking Sarawak’s third fatality...

The new Sungai Krian Bridge has officially opened, ending a long wait for residents of Pusa and Kabong in Sarawak, Malaysia.

A devastating fire at the Kampung Pasir squatter colony in Lutong, Sarawak, has left 42 people homeless after razing 10 homes. Firefighters battled the blaze in the densely laid-out area.

Sarawak declares extra Aidilfitri holiday The Star

Not only was he punched repeatedly by a peer, a Malaysian student at a secondary school in Kuching, Sarawak, was caned and forced to write a note admitting his mistake, China Press reported. Angered…

Sarawak aims for five million tourists in 2026, after falling short by 20,000 in 2025  The Straits Times

JOHOR BAHRU, March 16 — Students from Johor at higher education institutions in Sabah and Sarawak have welcomed th...

Sarawak Minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has dismissed rumours surrounding the allocation of the state's 17 new state assembly (DUN) seats, addressing public speculation.

The administrator of a Facebook account has been jailed 10 months and fined 50,000 ringgit (US$12,700) by the Sessions Court in Miri, Sarawak, over a post deemed insulting to Islam. The Malaysian Comm­unications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said John Mule anak Alai, 48, was convicted under Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for improper use of network facilities. “MCMC takes seriously any form of misuse of digital platforms that insults religion, incites hatre...

KUCHING, March 11 — Suicide deaths in Sarawak have shown an overall upward trend over the past five years, highlig...

KUCHING, March 9 — A housewife in her early 40s from Bau lost RM3,215 after she fell victim to an e-commerce scam...

KAPIT, March 9 — Sungai Tunoh, an area in Bukit Mabong District here, holds great potential in the development of...

KUCHING, March 8 — Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS)’s plan to contest several seats in the next Sarawak state e...

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 — The Technical Committee under the Action Council for the Implementation of the Malaysia Ag...

An unprecedented legal showdown between the Sarawak state government and national oil corporation Petronas over hydrocarbon resource ownership could change long-assumed understandings of federal power in Malaysia, say analysts.

KOTA KINABALU, Feb 28 — The passing of the Environmental Quality (Amendment) Bill 2026 in the Dewan Rakyat yesterd...

KUCHING, Feb 25 — The High Court here today dismissed a Petroleum Sarawak Bhd’s (Petros) application to chal...

A Malaysian minister stated that the court should be allowed to decide on Sarawak's petition concerning petroleum-related laws.

The Sarawak government has submitted a petition to the Federal Court seeking a determination on the applicability of federal petroleum laws within the state.

A Sarawak minister has stated that the debate on Bumiputera status should follow the law rather than succumb to pressure, emphasizing that the matter cannot be unnecessarily prolonged.

A thunderstorm warning has been issued for the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, advising residents of potential severe weather until 6 PM.

The Sarawak Department of Environment has advised against open burning during the hot, dry season, while a coalition of Malaysian trade unions pushes for worker protection. Additionally, Malaysians are now urged to cut shower times and stop daily car washes to conserve water amid the ongoing heat spell.

An inter-agency operation has been initiated to control a 16-hectare bushfire burning near the Ngu Chung Beng Driving Institute in Sibu, Sarawak.

An AWOL soldier who went missing from his post in Semporna, Malaysia, has been successfully apprehended in Sarawak.

The Sarawak government announced plans to develop port facilities at Damai to accommodate large international cruise liners.

The Sarawak Legislative Assembly has approved an increase in the number of state seats from 82 to 99, though the Election Commission retains the final say on the matter.

A road accident involving a car and a four-wheel drive at a traffic light in Miri, Sarawak, resulted in one fatality and two injuries, with firefighters extricating a victim from the wreckage.

A panel in Sarawak has marked a significant step forward in the region's pursuit of greater autonomy in healthcare management.

The Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan branch has initiated an infrastructure improvement project, including culvert installation, to address persistent flooding issues at Jalan Hua Lai and Jalan Hock Ming.

A member of a border survey team has been reported missing in Ulu Temburong, Sarawak, after being swept away by strong river currents, according to the Sarawak Fire Department.

A bakery in Malaysia’s Sarawak state has set tongues wagging with its premium cake offerings sold at eye-watering prices, as Muslims countrywide this week stock up on sweets and delectable treats to…

Sarawak, on Borneo island, is home to more than 60 per cent of Malaysia's gas reserves and has long ​sought greater control over its natural resources.

Sarawak has set a target of attracting five million tourists in 2026, after narrowly missing its 2025 goal by 20,000 visitors.

KUCHING, March 14 — The federal government is seeking Sarawak’s cooperation to curb diesel s...

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds expected to affect several states, with forecasts extending until 7 PM on March 12.

Sarawak's deputy minister announced that 12,509 citizenship applications have been approved across the state through the National Registration Department's Mekar initiative.

Continuous heavy rain warnings have been issued for Sabah and Sarawak, with severe alerts for Sandakan and Kudat, where a landslide at Sim-Sim Cemetery damaged about 20 graves and killed a 76-year-old hotel worker.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Phase 2 payments for the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) aid program will commence on March 10 for 5.2 million recipients.

KUCHING, March 9 — The proposal to increase the number of Sarawak state seats, which has already been approved at...

=PUTRAJAYA, March 5 — A 44-year-old man died from a rabies infection in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, on Feb 25, markin...

The High Court has scheduled April 7, 2026, for the mention of Petronas' judicial review application concerning RM120 million in gas penalties imposed by Sarawak.

Flood mitigation projects in Malaysia, specifically in the East Coast, Sabah, and Sarawak, are being designed to incorporate climate change considerations, according to Minister Fadillah.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) today issued a thunderstorm warning,...

JULAU, Feb 25 — A 69-year-old man was shot dead at a longhouse in Sungai Minus, Entabai here on Tuesday in what po...

The move follows an application in January filed by Petronas, the energy firm owned by Malaysia's federal government, seeking clarity about the legal and regulatory framework governing its operations in Sarawak.

A 28-year-old woman in Sarawak has been sentenced to three years in jail by the Sessions Court for infanticide.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for parts of Sabah and Sarawak, effective until 6 PM.

The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) leader has stated that the party will address any internal issues, following speculation surrounding the sacking of Lily Yong.

A Malaysian military personnel previously reported missing while on duty in Op PASIR Semporna Sector has been confirmed AWOL after being found in Sarawak and is now in custody.

The Sarawak Public Works Department (JKR) has denied issuing or circulating a viral document titled "vehicle damage claim" checklist.

Malaysia's Public Works Department (JKR) announced the delivery of RM72.7 billion worth of projects under the 12th Malaysia Plan in Sarawak, including significant investments in roads, bridges, and schools.

Sarawak, Malaysia, is set to host a regional youth green summit in June, bringing together young leaders to discuss environmental issues and promote sustainability.

The Indonesian consul highlighted growing travel and economic ties with Sarawak while also addressing concerns about undocumented workers.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstor...

Malaysia's Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability has assured support for the family of a border survey officer who was tragically swept away in a Sarawak river.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 — The Sarawak government has officially confirmed that it will observe the additional publi...

KUCHING, March 18 — The Sarawak government is prepared to file its own petition in the Federal Court to ensure all...

Malaysia's highest court has granted national energy firm Petronas the right to legally challenge several laws passed by the state of Sarawak, escalating a dispute over gas distribution rights.

MUKAH, March 16 — A soft-opening ceremony was held for Batang Igan Bridge, which forms part of the Sarawak Coastal...

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for immediate solutions to address flooding and water problems in Sarawak, instructing the chief secretary and Petra to take action.

A former director of Sarawak Consolidated Industries Berhad (SCIB) has pleaded not guilty to charges of submitting a false statement to Bursa Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 — Individuals found littering along the Pan Borneo Highway in Sarawak can face action under...

KUCHING, March 9 — A total of 857,814 eligible individuals will begin receiving the Sarawak Basic Needs Assistance...

The Sarawak government's Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) has disbursed RM70.9 million to Borneo Evangelical Mission churches since 2017, with a total allocation of RM565 million to Unifor since its inception.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm warning for parts of Sar...

The General Operations Force (GOF) Sarawak Brigade seized various smuggled goods, including frozen food, onions, and timber, valued at RM18.34 million in an anti-smuggling operation.

SIBU, March 3 — All Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) branches in Sarawak are urged to fortify their election machinery...

The Democratic Action Party (DAP) in Sarawak is preparing for the upcoming state election by planning to introduce many new faces and contest seats currently held by Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), including Pelawan and Bukit Assek.

The Malaysian Parliament has passed the Environmental Quality (Amendment) Bill 2026, which aims to empower the states of Sabah and Sarawak with greater authority over scheduled waste management.

A constitutional battle over energy wealth in Malaysian Borneo between Sarawak and Petronas has reached the country's highest court, testing Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's ability to maintain his ruling coalition.

Sarawak files petition in Malaysia's top court challenging three federal petroleum laws  TradingView

Sarawak, Malaysia, is expecting fierce weather conditions, including thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds, forecast to last until 1 PM today.