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The ASEAN Specialised Meteorological Centre has cautioned that sustained dry conditions threaten to escalate air pollution across southern ASEAN, with Malaysia and Sarawak already experiencing unhealthy air quality readings amid intensifying forest fire activity.
Sarawak's Disaster Management Committee has advised event organisers to evaluate haze conditions and Air Pollutant Index readings before deciding on outdoor activities. Several districts recorded hazardous air quality levels.
A new pineapple variety from Sarawak is generating significant interest at MAHA 2026, with its superior ripening speed and distinctive appearance positioning it as a potential game-changer for Malaysia's agricultural sector.
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Police in Sarawak have remanded a 49-year-old man for six days as investigations continue into the death of a young child in Sibu, with authorities yet to confirm the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities have shuttered 30 educational institutions across Lubok Antu, Sarawak, after air pollution levels spiked dangerously. The measure reflects mounting environmental concerns in the region.
Malaysia faces significant haze conditions through August 31 affecting Sarawak, Sabah and the Klang Valley, with forecasters warning of unhealthy air quality levels coinciding with National Day celebrations.
Malaysia's weather authority has cautioned residents across Sarawak, Sabah and Labuan to expect severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall and gusty conditions through mid-morning, affecting multiple districts.
Sarawak's Wee Yee Qi, 17, claimed two gold medals at her SUKMA debut in archery after making a strategic switch from recurve to compound last year, signalling promising prospects for Malaysian archery.
Malaysia's Sarawak state faces a significant air quality crisis, with Serian recording a very unhealthy Air Pollution Index of 227, while nine other towns register unhealthy readings as transboundary smoke from Indonesian hotspots drifts northward.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will discuss the regional haze crisis during his two-day visit to Brunei, where air pollution has reached dangerous levels across Sarawak, with Serian recording a very unhealthy index of 204.
Sarawak has closed 591 schools affecting nearly 200,000 pupils due to severe heat and drought conditions. Air quality has deteriorated sharply across multiple districts, prompting authorities to heighten fire and water-supply monitoring.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled he would deploy force if necessary to preserve Malaysia's territorial cohesion, remarks made while addressing questions about regional geopolitical tensions and internal unity challenges.
Sarawak is urging ASEAN to intensify efforts tackling transboundary haze, with the state considering cloud seeding operations amid unhealthy air quality across eight districts.
Schools in Sarawak's Serian district will remain shut through Friday as hazardous air quality from cross-border smoke persists, with authorities monitoring pollution levels hourly.
Malaysia's meteorological agency warns of sustained heat and deteriorating air quality across Sarawak and Borneo through August 20, driven by southerly winds and persistent hotspots.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Election Commission to produce a fresh assessment of Sarawak's proposal to increase its state assembly from 82 to 99 seats, a move that could reshape East Malaysian electoral dynamics.
Police have confirmed the arrest of three Sarawakians in Thailand following discovery of 87 kilograms of methamphetamine. The bust represents a significant cross-border drug trafficking case affecting Malaysian nationals.
Police have confirmed that three Malaysians arrested in Hat Yai, Thailand with 87kg of crystal methamphetamine valued at RM4.3 million are from Sarawak, marking another significant drug trafficking case in the region.
Kapit will host Sarawak's state-level National Day celebration on August 30 and 31, with events designed to strengthen national unity and honour past leaders' contributions.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved transferring the Rajang Area Security Command site in Sibu, spanning 3,655.60 hectares across four locations, to the Sarawak Government to enable strategic development.
Malaysia's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation launched the National Science Week Carnival 2026 in Sarawak, aiming to bring STEM education and scientific culture to rural and interior communities across the state.
A fatal traffic accident in Sarawak's Sibu district claimed two lives when a vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a drainage channel. Rescue crews recovered the bodies from the submerged car.
Khairy Jamaluddin has called for judicial intervention to settle the Petronas-Sarawak dispute, arguing that legal clarity must take precedence over political considerations to safeguard Malaysia's oil and gas sector.
Serian in Sarawak has recorded an unhealthy Air Pollutant Index reading of 153, with 11 other areas experiencing moderate pollution levels. The Southwest Monsoon is expected to worsen air quality through September.
AirBorneo has commenced its first jet operations with the inaugural Kuching–Kuala Lumpur service, deploying a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Sarawak Premier Abang Johari led the milestone flight, emphasising the airline's strategic importance for regional connectivity and economic development.
Over 10,000 Sarawakians from multiple ethnic groups participated in the Sarawak Day Unity Walk 2026 in Sibu, marching through the city to celebrate state unity and patriotism ahead of the evening's assembly and concert.
MARA is targeting RM1 million in sales through its BizNetwork Sarawak programme, which trains entrepreneurs in digital marketing and live-stream selling. Thirty-two participants have already generated RM228,190 in sales.
AirBorneo has apologised for the delay of Flight MY5004 from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching on July 20, citing technical issues. The airline said it prioritised passenger safety and provided refreshments and updates during the hold-up.
The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development has launched its KasihnITa single mothers support programme in Sarawak, bringing together government agencies to provide financial counselling, legal advice, and welfare assistance.
Authorities have detained a 19-year-old Sarawakian at Hong Kong airport on suspicion of transporting 3kg of cannabis. Bukit Aman police believe the teenager was enlisted by organised trafficking networks, signalling deepening cross-border drug operations.
Hong Kong authorities arrested a 19-year-old from Sarawak attempting to smuggle three kilogrammes of cannabis. Malaysian police suspect the teenager was recruited as a drug mule by an organized syndicate.