马来西亚护照即将从5年有效期升级至10年，申请费用RM350，预计今年内实施。 [image: 1780640317943-malaysia-passport.jpg] 根据6月3日宪报颁布的《2026年护照与签证费用（修订）指令》，大马护照有效期正式延长至10年。移民局总监拿督 Zakaria Shaaban 证实，原有的5年护照选项依然保留，民众可自由选择。 10年护照费用： 类别 10年护照费用 普通民众（13-59岁） RM350 60岁以上乐龄 RM175 OKU残疾人士（18岁以上） 免费 移民局职员 免费 护照遗失/损坏替换费： 第一次替换：RM550 第二次：RM850 第三次或以上：RM1,350 60岁以上：RM375（第一次）、RM675（第二次）、RM1,175（第三次起） 目前5年护照普通申请为RM200（乐龄RM100）。10年版本虽然贵了RM150，但好处是不用每五年跑移民局排长龙。 新闻来源： DayakDaily | Borneo Post 你觉得10年护照值得换吗？

Tbh when I first went to Sarawak Cultural Village, I thought it'd be one of those "for tourists only" places... Turns out it's way bigger than I expected — 17 acres of actual living museum, not just display. Every traditional house has real people inside doing crafts, cooking traditional food, telling their stories. Spent the whole afternoon there and still didn't cover everything. Here's what I think are the best bits [image: 1780726693527-resized_scv_bridge.jpg] Source: Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) The Orang Ulu longhouse is the most photogenic spot. High ceilings covered in beadwork and murals, super vibrant colours. Someone was playing traditional instruments when I walked in — the atmosphere was genuinely something else. [image: 1780726694256-resized_scv_deck.jpg] Source: Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) The bamboo walkway outside the Iban longhouse is another great photo spot. That bamboo bridge? Almost every shot looks like it could be a cover photo. [image: 1780726694918-resized_scv_lamps.jpg] Source: Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) The handicrafts around the village are really well made — bamboo lampshades, beadwork, wood carvings. Good quality souvenir material. [image: 1780726696248-resized_scv_hall.jpg] Source: Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) The stone carvings outside the Bidayuh longhouse caught my eye too. Spent a good 10 minutes just looking at the patterns. [image: 1780726696630-resized_scv_carvings.jpg] Source: Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) Don't miss the cultural performances — twice daily at 11:30am and 4pm. Traditional dance, music, and costumes. The energy live is something you can't capture on a phone. Practical Info ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Address: Pantai Damai, Santubong, Kuching (about 35 mins from city centre) Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm (last entry 4:00pm) Tickets: Malaysian - Adult RM95 / Child RM65 Non-Malaysian - Adult RM135 / Child RM85 (Cheaper online, above is walk-in price) ️ Combo with lunch available: RM138 (Malaysian adult) Real Reviews ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ "Very educational and interesting to learn about the different ethnic groups in Sarawak... the cultural dance performance is a must-watch!" — Azreen S. (Google Maps) "The staff are very friendly and explain their culture in each house. The bamboo bridge area was the highlight for me, really beautiful scenery." — Wei Ling C. (Google Maps) "Best place to bring overseas visitors. You can get a good overview of Sarawak's main ethnic groups in half a day. Just bring water, there's a lot of walking." — Kenji T. (TripAdvisor) RM95 might feel steep for locals, but if you've got friends visiting Kuching, this is the kind of place everyone should experience at least once. I've been three times and noticed something new each visit. Have you been? Worth it or not? Drop your thoughts below

Malaysians will soon be able to apply for a passport that lasts 10 years instead of the current 5 — and it will cost RM350. [image: 1780640317943-malaysia-passport.jpg] The new 10-year Malaysian passport was officially gazetted on June 3 under the Fees (Passports and Visas) (Amendment) Order 2026. Immigration director-general Datuk Zakaria Shaaban confirmed the change is coming this year, adding that the current 5-year option will remain available. Fees at a glance: Category 10-Year Passport Fee General (13-59) RM350 Senior (60+) RM175 OKU (disabled, 18+) Free Immigration staff Free Lost or damaged passport replacement fees: First replacement: RM550 Second: RM850 Third or more: RM1,350 Seniors 60+: RM375 (first), RM675 (second), RM1,175 (subsequent) For comparison, the current 5-year passport costs RM200 (RM100 for seniors). The 10-year option costs RM150 more but saves you the hassle of renewing every five years. Good news for Sarawakians — no more trips to Immigration every half-decade. One application, set for a decade. Source: DayakDaily | Borneo Post Worth switching over when it launches?

古晋多区居民投诉自来水变黄水，砂水务局派员紧急冲洗水管 过去几天，古晋多个地区的居民反映家中水龙头流出混浊发黄的水，引起不少讨论。 砂拉越水务局（Sarawak Water）证实已派出技术团队到受影响地点进行密集式水管冲洗工作。根据当局的解释，黄水问题相信是由于水流变化及供水系统稳定过程中，造成沉淀物扰动混入管道系统所致。 水务局在 Facebook 发帖表示：「砂水务局严肃看待此事，并持续进行现场监测，确保尽快恢复正常供水。对造成的不便深感歉意，感谢消费者的配合和耐心等待。」 受影响地区： 古晋省多个区域 最新进展： 冲洗工作进行中，当局正持续监测 [image: 1780880739940-kuching-water.jpg] 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你家有中招吗？

Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, a doctor and advocate for public health, died at the age of 100 on Monday. Her family confirmed that she died at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 28. She was accorded a state funeral, with an official statement naming Pusara Negara in Putrajaya as her burial place. Hasmah worked on issues that reached well beyond her public role as the wife of a prime minister. She championed maternal and child health, family planning, literacy, drug-use prevention and mental health, in her public work. Her career as a doctor and her advocacy helped keep community health and women’s wellbeing in national conversations. The state funeral recognises a long public life shaped by both medical service and national advocacy.

[image: 1781140099831-airborneo.jpeg] AirBorneo CEO Megat Ardian 正式向受影响乘客公开道歉，并宣布将引进全新 ATR 72-600 飞机来提升航班可靠性。 最近几天，AirBorneo 多个航班在砂拉越和沙巴延误或取消，不少乘客被滞留在机场。 为什么会这样？ CEO 解释，主要原因是多架飞机同时需要维修保养，导致可用的飞机数量不足。他强调安全第一，但也承认这次对乘客造成很大不便。 接下来怎么做？ 团队已经在 24 小时加班恢复航班 零件加快运抵，尽量减少后续延误 将逐步引进全新 ATR 72-600 系列飞机 — 之前已宣布的机队更新计划 受影响乘客可以安排改签、退款，有需要也会提供餐食和住宿 受影响乘客可以联系 本地热线：1 300 22 1388 国际热线：+60-8253 7555 地点： 古晋 / 全砂拉越 详情： CEO Megat Ardian Wira Mohd Aminuddin 道歉并承诺引进新飞机改善航班可靠性 新闻来源： https://dayakdaily.com/airborneo-ceo-apologises-for-flight-disruptions-says-new-atr-fleet-on-the-way/ 你有中招吗？

哥打三马拉汉一名3岁女童凌晨2点被发现在路边独自游荡，所幸被路过的几名大学生及时发现并救起，警方已展开调查。 事发于周六凌晨约2点，地点在哥打三马拉汉的 Taman Berlian 商业区。几名大学生在附近吃完宵夜骑摩托车回家时，看到一名女童在挥手求助，立即掉头查看。 他们发现这名女童抱着奶瓶、一条蓝色毛巾和一个小珠子篮，哭喊着找妈妈。 三马拉汉代警区主任 DSP Barry William 证实此案，表示警方已找到女童的家人，正在录取口供。 他说：「调查正在进行中，以查明女童为何被独自留在主要道路旁无人看管。」 女童先被带到三马拉汉警区总部，随后转送至砂拉越中央医院（SGH）接受检查。医护人员确认她留院观察作为预防措施。福利部门也已接获通知，正与警方共同跟进此案。 地点： Taman Berlian, 哥打三马拉汉 详情： 3岁女童凌晨独游荡；大学生救人；警方调查 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你觉得呢？

马来西亚前首相夫人Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali周一逝世，享年100岁。 家属证实，她于9月28日上午在吉隆坡国家心脏中心（IJN）离世。联邦政府为她举行国葬，官方通报的安葬地点为布城国家英雄陵墓（Pusara Negara）。 她本职是医生，长期关注妇女、儿童与社区健康。她长期推动孕产妇保健、家庭计划、识字教育、预防药物滥用及心理健康等议题。作为一名医生与公共人物，她的社会倡议延伸到诊所和社区之外，也让公共卫生议题进入全国讨论。 政府以国葬礼遇她，反映她在国家公共生活中的分量。对许多马来西亚人而言，她留下的记忆不只来自首相夫人的身份，也包括多年投身医疗与社会服务的经历。

A 59-year-old Kuching woman lost RM145,247 after being tricked into paying for a fake subcontract project in Sabah. [image: 1786248347640-scam.jpg] The victim met the suspect through an acquaintance in December 2025. The suspect claimed to have connections with Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB) and offered her company a subcontract for work in Ranau. Between Jan 2 and Jan 14, 2026, she made five payments into four different accounts — RM145,247 in total — for so-called locking fees, equipment rental, workers' salaries, mobilisation and site expenses. She only filed a police report on Aug 8. Location: Kuching Details: Case investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code — cheating carries up to 10 years jail, whipping and fine. Source: DayakDaily ️ Police remind public to check suspicious accounts via Semak Mule portal. Report scams to NSRC hotline 997 within 24 hours. What do you think?

古晋Sama Jaya自由工业区一座先进数据储存制造厂，将展开价值1亿7200万令吉的前期工程与基础设施建设。 Kelington Group全资子公司Kelington Technologies从一家未具名制造商取得这份合约，负责场地开发、地基系统及高压电力基础设施。工程预计立即启动，并于2027年8月完工。 加上同一客户此前约1亿1100万令吉的合约与采购订单，Kelington参与这个项目的累计订单总值约2亿8300万令吉。新增工作包括高压供电设施和地基工程，是工厂扩建的早期阶段；目前公司尚未公布工厂启用日期或预计聘用人数。

Seven of Sarawak’s 21 monitoring stations were in the unhealthy API band at 4pm Tuesday, Sept 29, with Serian highest at 175. Kuching recorded 158 and Samarahan 157. Lundu was at 161, Betong and Samalaju at 116 each, and Lubok Antu at 108. By late afternoon, Sri Aman and Kanowit had eased just below the unhealthy threshold, while Samalaju had moved into it. Unhealthy air is the 101–200 API band. Kuching and Samarahan remained in that range in the 4pm snapshot, so check the latest reading before spending a long time outdoors; these figures are not live readings.

A 36-year-old man has been remanded for three more days as police investigate the Sept 20 arson at a convenience store on Jalan Green, Kuching. A senior court registrar approved the extension to let investigators continue a probe under Section 436 of the Penal Code. The case remains at the investigation stage; remand is not a finding of guilt. A separate update concerns two other men linked to the Jalan Green case: a 23-year-old was released from remand on Monday, then arrested again in connection with a different arson investigation in Saratok. A 40-year-old suspect was released over the weekend. The incidents at stores in Kuching and Sri Aman on Sept 20 are being investigated as separate cases. The latest court action changes the status of one suspect, but does not establish that either case has been solved.

[image: 1784077445053-tabuan-workers-quarters-fire.jpg] A fire broke out at workers’ quarters near Tropic City Condominium, Tabuan Heights, Kuching on Tuesday evening, destroying two blocks of temporary accommodation. What happened Bomba said the emergency call came in at 6.52pm on July 14. Firefighters from Tabuan Jaya rushed to the scene, with help from Batu Lintang and Padungan stations. Two blocks, each about 10 feet by 100 feet, were destroyed. A third block was about 30% damaged. Fire stopped from spreading Firefighters used several hose lines to put out the blaze. The Batu Lintang team also created a firebreak from the opposite side, helping stop the flames from reaching nearby homes. No injuries were reported. Overhaul work was still being carried out as of 8.40pm. Hot Score: 26/30 — local Kuching incident, same-day news, clear public safety angle, strong image. Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

古晋Jalan Green便利店纵火案调查有新进展：一名36岁男子再被延扣3天。 警方申请延长扣留时间，获法庭高级副主簿批准，以便继续调查9月20日晚约8时30分发生在Sin Sin Park Jalan Green的一宗便利店火灾案。案件仍处调查阶段，延扣不代表嫌疑人已被定罪。 另一名23岁男子当天结束与Jalan Green案件有关的延扣后获释，但随后因另一起Saratok纵火案被警方逮捕调查。一名40岁男子则已于周末获释。两人的最新状态涉及不同案件，不能混为一谈。 警方早前也在Sri Aman调查同一连锁便利店旗下分店遭纵火的事件。Jalan Green与Sri Aman是9月20日发生的两起案件；目前公开进展是警方持续调查，并非案件已经侦破。

Looking for a Sunday treat or a Kuching stay with an extra perk? Pullman Kuching's official offers page currently lists these two deals: 1️⃣ Culina Market High Tea [image: 1787710143809-pullman-culina-high-tea.jpg] Source: Pullman Kuching – Culina Market High Tea Valid: Every Sunday, from 5 April to 30 August 2026 Time: 12.00pm–3.00pm Price: RM98+ per adult; RM49+ per child What is included: A Pan-Asian high-tea spread at Culina Restaurant Reservation: WhatsApp 016-8796105 or use the booking link on the official offer page 2️⃣ Mastercard Breakfast on Us [image: 1787710143892-pullman-mastercard-breakfast.jpg] Source: Pullman Kuching – Mastercard Breakfast on Us Booking and payment window: 4 August 2026–3 February 2027 Benefit: Complimentary breakfast at participating Accor hotels across Asia, when the booking is made and paid with Mastercard Extra condition: Sign in to an ALL Accor account and check the participating-hotel terms before paying For Kuching: Check availability for Pullman Kuching during the booking process Location Both offers are listed by Pullman Kuching. Address: Interhill Place, No. 1A, Jalan Mathies, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak. [image: 1787710144004-pullman-culina-restaurant.jpg] Source: Pullman Kuching – Culina [image: 1787710144251-pullman-kuching-exterior.png] Source: Pullman Kuching – official location The High Tea has a fixed end date of 30 August. For the Mastercard offer, the booking/payment deadline is 3 February 2027; taxes, availability and full terms should be checked on the official page before making a reservation. References Culina Market High Tea Mastercard Breakfast on Us Pullman Kuching location

准备在古晋或砂拉越其他地区发展土地，申请人须先处理供水设计，再提呈规划申请。住宅、商业、工业及政府建筑等项目，都必须把储水槽、增压泵站和相关设施纳入规划，并符合技术要求。 砂公用事业与通讯部长朱莱希（Julaihi Narawi）10月19日在砂立法议会部门总结时，说明所需程序：先由砂乡区水供局（JBALB）或Sarawak Water确认系统设计及设施用地是否适合，再经土地与测量局，把发展申请交州规划机构审议；相关确认也须在工程图提呈工程图审批委员会前取得。 这与现有场所的日常储水维护，是两件事。朱莱希同时提醒私人及商业场所业主，保养屋顶或地面的储水槽，以应付高峰用水和供水中断。土地发展须先核准供水，并不等于所有已有人居住的房屋要重新提交发展申请；对新项目，供水容量及设施用地则不能留到设计后期才考虑。

Quick deal notes for Kuching shoppers this week. [image: 1784253735121-everrise-members-weekend.jpg] 1. Everrise Kuching - Members' Weekend Deal: Members' Weekend grocery promo with selected member-price items, including fresh produce, household items, drinks and pantry goods. Valid: 17-19 July 2026. Extra Time promo is listed for 19-20 July 2026 at BDC, 4th Mile and Metrocity. Where: Everrise Kuching outlets: Padungan, BDC, 4th Mile, Plaza Merdeka, Vivacity, CityONE, Green Heights Mall, Metrocity, Stutong, Pending, Samarahan, Matang Jaya, Batu Kawah and Tabuan Jaya. Note: Prices are member prices and subject to stock availability. Source: https://everrise.com.my/promotion/members-weekend-17-19-july-2026-everrise-kuching/ [image: 1784253735295-takiong-weekly-good-deal.jpg] 2. TA Kiong Kuching - Weekly Good Deal Deal: Weekly Good Deal / Best Deal items, including imported selections, drinks, snacks and grocery items. Valid: 17-23 July 2026. Where: TA Kiong, The Spring Shopping Centre, Jalan Simpang Tiga, Kuching. Note: Prices in the poster are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia and may be subject to member/non-member pricing. Source: https://takiong.com.my/weekly-good-deal-17-23-jul-2026-ta-kiong-kuching/ Images/source: Official Everrise and TA Kiong promotion pages.

[image: 1784077445053-tabuan-workers-quarters-fire.jpg] 古晋 Tabuan Heights 的 Tropic City Condominium 附近，周二傍晚发生工人宿舍火灾，两排临时宿舍被烧毁。 现场情况 消拯局表示，求助电话是在 7月14日傍晚6时52分 接获。Tabuan Jaya 消防员赶到现场，Batu Lintang 和 Padungan 分局也到场支援。 火灾涉及非永久性工人宿舍。两排约 10尺 x 100尺 的宿舍被烧毁，另一排也有大约 30% 受损。 幸好没有烧到民宅 消防员使用多条水带灭火。Batu Lintang 分队也从另一侧设立防火隔离线，阻止火势蔓延到附近住宅。 这起火灾没有人受伤。晚上8时40分，现场仍在进行余火检查。 Hot Score: 26/30 — 古晋本地突发新闻、当天发生、有公共安全关注，也有现场图片。 来源：DayakDaily 你觉得呢？

Kuching to host INTERHASH 2028 — world's biggest Hash House Harriers gathering Sarawak has won the bid to host INTERHASH 2028, the global gathering of the Hash House Harriers community, set to take place in Kuching from July 14 to 16, 2028. [image: 1782435829990-interhash2028.jpg] Tourism Minister Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah announced that the event is expected to draw up to 4,000 participants from over 450 HH chapters worldwide, generating an estimated RM12 million in tourism receipts for the state. The biennial gathering features four running categories: Ball Breaker Run — 26-28km endurance challenge Long Run — 7-10km Medium Run — 5-7km Short Run — 3-5km Participants will also take part in a Red Dress Run Charity Run a day before the main event, with proceeds going to local welfare bodies. The organising committee, led by Kuching City Hash Club, will run international promotional campaigns over the next two years through major hash events and global roadshows. Abdul Karim called it a proud milestone for Sarawak, giving the state a chance to showcase its unique culture and adventure tourism to a global audience. Location: Kuching, Sarawak Date: July 14-16, 2028 Expected impact: RM12 million tourism receipts Source: Borneo Post What do you think?

A 19-day-old newborn allegedly suffered a fractured left arm while under the care of a confinement centre in Kuching — and the parents are demanding answers. The baby's parents were told at 1am on Aug 4 that their child's left arm appeared swollen. An X-ray at the hospital confirmed a fracture. They lodged a police report and requested CCTV footage from the centre. What they saw allegedly showed a staff member handling the baby roughly — pulling the baby's arm forcefully while changing clothes, striking the baby's hand during feeding, and other vigorous movements. [image: 1786010686135-baby-fracture.jpg] The confinement centre issued a statement Wednesday saying it's fully cooperating with authorities. The staff member involved is no longer working there and is under investigation. The centre said it's reviewing its procedures and training. Parents shared the incident publicly to seek accountability and to prevent similar incidents from happening to other families. Location: Kuching (confinement centre, name withheld pending investigation) Details: 19-day-old baby, fractured left arm, police report lodged, CCTV examined, staff member no longer at facility Source: DayakDaily Infant safety in confinement centres — should there be stricter regulations?