Sarawak TVET students brought home a runner-up finish at an international robotics championship in Taiwan — proving Malaysian technical talent can shine on the world stage. Students from Matang Vocational College (KVM) competed in the STVE x MARC Open Championship 2026 at the National Taiwan Science Education Centre in Taipei from May 30-31. They won the Finalist Alliance Award in the League of Mecha-Clash (LOM) category. The championship drew top robotics teams from multiple countries, challenging participants in robot design, programming, engineering, and strategic problem-solving. KVM's team advanced all the way to the final round before securing second place. The League of Mecha-Clash requires teams to build robots capable of completing tasks through both autonomous operation and manual control. Success depends not just on technical skill but on teamwork and real-time coordination with alliance partners. KVM said the achievement reflects the dedication and perseverance of both students and mentors throughout the preparation period. It also highlights the ability of Malaysia's TVET students to compete internationally in robotics and emerging tech. [image: 1781053387272-robotics-team.jpg] KVM's robotics team with their award in Taiwan. The college hopes this international recognition will inspire more students to pursue excellence in TVET — especially in robotics, automation, and AI. Location: Matang Vocational College (KVM), Kuching / Taipei, Taiwan Details: Runner-up (Finalist Alliance Award), STVE x MARC Open Championship 2026, League of Mecha-Clash category Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/10/sarawak-tvet-students-earn-global-accolade-for-robotics-excellence-in-taiwan/ What do you think?

Former soldier Umar Sidee, 66, dashed into a blazing two-storey house in Sibu to rescue eight grandchildren and his son — a split-second decision that saved nine lives. The fire tore through Kampung Jeriah Abang Ramli along Jalan Oya Lama around 11am on Sunday (June 7). Umar and his wife were at a nearby orchard when they heard explosions from the house. "My wife suddenly shouted that our house was on fire. I heard several explosions," Umar told Bernama. He ran inside, grabbed all his grandchildren aged 4 to 14 who were watching TV on the ground floor, then rushed upstairs to wake his son. "I was in the armed forces before. I couldn't just watch my family die," he said. Villagers tried to help put out the fire with buckets, but the flames spread too fast. Bomba firefighters arrived and ordered everyone back as conditions became dangerous. The family of 19 from three households survived. But the house — built by Umar over nearly 40 years after he retired from military service in 1995 — was completely destroyed. [image: 1780985601017-sibu-fire-house.jpeg] Location: Kampung Jeriah Abang Ramli, Jalan Oya Lama, Sibu Details: 19 family members from 3 households lost their home; all safe thanks to Umar's quick action Source: https://dayakdaily.com/66yo-man-risks-life-to-save-grandchildren-son-from-sibu-house-fire/ What do you think?

Matang Vocational College robotics team wins Finalist Alliance Award at Taipei international championship. Sarawak TVET students have proven they can compete with the best in the world. A team from Matang Vocational College took second place (Finalist Alliance Award) at the STVE x MARC Open Championship 2026 in Taipei, Taiwan. The competition, held May 30-31 at the National Taiwan Science Education Centre, brought together top robotics teams from multiple countries. The League of Mecha-Clash (LOM) category required teams to build high-performance robots capable of both autonomous and manual operation. Strategic alliance-building and real-time teamwork were key factors in advancing through rounds. This achievement puts Sarawak vocational education on the global map, showing that TVET students here have the skills and innovation to match international standards in robotics, AI, and engineering. [image: 1780985127813-robotics-team.jpg] Source: Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) What do you think? Should Sarawak invest more in TVET and robotics education?

When a museum day has to carry the weight of a whole region, I would start at Borneo Cultures Museum beside Padang Merdeka. It is not merely the biggest-looking building in town: its five floors move from rivers and childhood to ecology, changing time and the objects people desire. [image: 1780970697186-garden_view_small.jpg] Source: Wikimedia / Wikipedia The building opened in March 2022 as Sarawak’s flagship cultural institution, taking over the central-city museum role while the historic State Museum undergoes its own long transition. That change is visible in the galleries: “Love Our Rivers” gives children an entry point, “In Harmony with Nature” links daily life to the environment, “Time Changes” makes history a process rather than a date list, and “Objects of Desire” lets material culture do the talking. [image: 1780970684989-interior1.jpg] Source: Prestige Singapore The independent visitor response is strongest when the displays are treated as a route, not a photo backdrop. Interactive media and more than a thousand objects help first-time visitors, but the scale can also tire anyone who tries to read every label. I would allow two hours, more for a serious visit, and start upstairs or follow the gallery sequence before the building fills. Travellers wanting a small quiet museum may find it too large; families, rainy-day planners and visitors with only one cultural afternoon get much more from it. [image: 1780970698552-display_shot-resized.jpg] Source: KuchingBorneo From the Waterfront or Main Bazaar, walk across the old-city streets to Padang Merdeka; parking and e-hailing are easier than treating this as a drive-by stop. Current published hours are 9:00–4:45 on weekdays and 9:30–4:30 on weekends and public holidays, with last admission at 4:00, but holidays, exhibitions and ticket rules can move. Check the museum’s current notice before committing to the final hour. The auditorium and event spaces also mean a public programme can change the feel of a visit without making the museum closed. [image: 1780970699095-island_drum-resized.jpg] Source: The Island Drum I would pair it with the State Museum grounds, Old Court House or a slow walk across Padang Merdeka, then stop before cultural fatigue sets in. The museum is worth prioritising for international visitors who want context quickly, but its real strength is the connection between landscape, community and objects—not the claim that it is simply “the largest.” [image: 1780970699603-jgw_exhibit.jpg] Source: Just Gone Wandering Give the galleries enough time to change your route through Sarawak, and the five-storey building becomes a useful beginning rather than a checklist ending.

Sarawak is spending RM4.53 billion on 76 school construction and upgrade projects across the state — with 25 currently under construction and 27 already completed. Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi announced the update after handing over new classroom blocks at SMK Dalat and SMK Semop today. Of the 76 projects: 25 are actively under construction 24 are in planning and preparatory stages 27 have been fully completed Seven more school projects worth RM223.64 million are expected to be completed between June and December this year. For SMK Dalat, the RM27.2 million 18-classroom block was completed in December 2025, while SMK Semop's RM10.56 million 12-classroom block finished in January this year. Nanta also mentioned that preliminary work for the SMK Bukit Goram project in Kapit has started, with a Letter of Acceptance expected before the end of 2026. [image: 1780966886005-school-p1-resized.jpg] Nanta visiting a new classroom at SMK Dalat. He also announced RM20,000 contributions each to the Parent-Teacher Associations of SMK Dalat and SMK Semop. "This demonstrates the government's continued commitment to ensuring schools in Sarawak are provided with more comfortable, safe and conducive facilities," said Nanta. Source: Borneo Post What do you think — are schools in your area improving?

Termite-damaged and declared unsafe by JKR — yet SMK Dalat's girls' hostel continues to house students, prompting an urgent call from Minister Fatimah Abdullah. [image: 1780899349010-smk-dalat-1-resized.jpg] DALAT: The girls' hostel at SMK Dalat has been declared unsafe by the Public Works Department (JKR), but students are still living there due to a lack of alternative accommodation. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah, who is also Dalat assemblywoman, raised the issue during a visit to the school on Monday. "The first thing is safety. What we are concerned about is the safety of our students," she said. [image: 1780899350235-smk-dalat-2-resized.jpg] The nearly 48-year-old school comprises several ageing wooden structures, with termite infestation weakening parts of the buildings. The girls' hostel — located next to one of the old school blocks — remains occupied despite JKR's safety assessment. Fatimah noted that while the hostel is clean and well maintained by its occupants, visible signs of deterioration, including termite-damaged window frames, underscore the need for immediate action. The hostel was reportedly not included in the approved scope of renovation works for the school. Location: SMK Dalat, Dalat, Sarawak Details: Girls' hostel declared unsafe by JKR but still in use; Minister calls for urgent action; 48-year-old school with termite damage; renovation project did not cover hostel Source: The Borneo Post What do you think? Should student safety be prioritised faster?

Sarawak recorded the highest temperatures in Malaysia again this weekend, with Kapit hitting 35.5°C and Sibu close behind at 35.4°C. According to METMalaysia, the heat is being felt across the state — from Mulu (35.1°C) and Limbang (34.8°C) to Kuching and Sri Aman (both 34.5°C), Bintulu (34.4°C), Miri (33.8°C), and Mukah (33°C). This isn't the first time Sarawak has topped the national heat chart. On May 21, Sibu recorded the highest nationwide at 35.9°C. On June 4, Limbang (35.8°C) and Sri Aman (35.5°C) took the top spots. [image: 1780898757622-heatwave-sarawak.jpg] Region: Statewide Sarawak Details: Sarawak has consistently recorded the highest maximum temperatures nationwide, with multiple cities topping the national chart in recent weeks. Kapit and Sibu currently lead, with Kuching experiencing 34.5°C. Source: DayakDaily Stay cool out there, folks. How's the heat treating your area?

Kuching residents report discoloured tap water as Sarawak Water rushes to fix pipeline issues Residents across several areas in Kuching Division have been complaining about murky, discoloured water coming from their taps over the past days. Sarawak Water confirmed it has mobilised its operations and technical teams to carry out intensive flushing works (water pipe cleaning) at affected locations. According to the agency, the issue is believed to be caused by muddy water and sediment disturbances within the distribution pipeline system — triggered by changes in water flow and ongoing stabilisation of the water supply system. "Sarawak Water is treating this matter seriously, and continuous field monitoring is being conducted to ensure that conditions return to normal as quickly as possible," the agency said in a Facebook post. Affected areas: Kuching Division (multiple locations) Status: Ongoing — flushing works underway, monitoring continues [image: 1780880739940-kuching-water.jpg] Source: DayakDaily Has your area been affected?

[image: 1780812153192-ssciex-aerial.jpeg] Sarawak's first interactive science centre opens Phase 1 on July 29, featuring animatronic dinosaurs, a mirror maze, water play zone and more. Located at Jalan Stadium on a 10.97-acre site, the Sarawak Science Centre Interactive Experience (SSCiEX) will welcome visitors starting July 29. Phase 1 covers the Ground Floor and Level 1 galleries, while Level 2 and 3 will follow later. What's Inside Visitors can explore galleries covering physics, engineering, earth science, biology and technology. Key attractions include: Animatronic dinosaur gallery 🦕 Water play zone Mirror maze Forces, light and sound exhibits The centre also offers daily science theatre shows, live demonstrations, lab sessions for schools, a Maker's Space, community farming zones and an on-site hostel for visiting school groups. Background The project was approved by the Sarawak government in 2019. Planning started in 2022 with Singapore Science Centre helping develop the Strategic Master Plan, incorporating Sarawak's natural environment and cultural identity into the visitor experience. Construction progressed in 2024, with exhibit fabrication and installation in 2025. This is a Sarawak government initiative under the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, aimed at nurturing STEM interest through interactive learning. Location: Jalan Stadium, Kuching Opening: July 29, 2026 (Phase 1) Source: DayakDaily Who's planning to visit?

[image: 1780794132383-icats_upgrade_full.jpeg] i-CATS University College has been officially upgraded to a full-fledged university, with the Sarawak government planning a brand new RM400 million campus in Trombol. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the upgrade at the Sarawak Career and Training (SCaT) Fair 2026 on Saturday, saying the Ministry of Higher Education approved the move after i-CATS met all requirements. The upgrade makes i-CATS the second technology-focused state university in Sarawak, alongside University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) in Sibu. The new campus in Trombol will be developed in phases at an estimated RM400 million, complete with student accommodation and supporting facilities. A new faculty building has already been completed. i-CATS is also strengthening international partnerships with Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Istanbul Technical University in Türkiye to expand its academic programmes. Location: Trombol, Kuching, Sarawak What: i-CATS upgraded to full university status + new RM400m campus Details: MoHE approval granted, phased development in Trombol with student accommodation Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

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

几年前第一次去 Sarawak Cultural Village 的时候，老实说我以为就是那种「给游客看的文化村」... 结果走了半天，发现整片园区比想象中大太多，17 英亩的面积，我一整个下午都走不完。而且不是那种假假的展示，里面每一间传统屋子都是真的有人在里面做手工艺、煮传统食物、讲自己的故事。 来说说我觉得最值得看的几个点 [image: 1780726693527-resized_scv_bridge.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) 第一个是 Orang Ulu 长屋，也是最出片的一间。进去就看到高高的天花板挂满 beadwork 和壁画，颜色超丰富。还有人在现场吹传统乐器，那个氛围是真的有 feel。 [image: 1780726694256-resized_scv_deck.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) Iban 长屋外面的竹制步道也很有意思，走在上面能拍到很多好看的角度。那个竹桥拍出来的照片几乎每张都可以当封面。 [image: 1780726694918-resized_scv_lamps.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) 园区里的手工艺品也很有特色，各种竹编灯罩、珠串、木雕。做工很细致，也很适合买来做手信。 [image: 1780726696248-resized_scv_hall.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) Bidayuh 长屋外面的石头雕刻也很有特色，我在那边站了十几分钟看那些纹路。 [image: 1780726696630-resized_scv_carvings.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine (Wikimedia Commons) 必看的是每天两场的文化表演（11:30am 和 4pm），传统舞蹈 + 音乐 + 服装，现场看效果是手机拍不出来的震撼。 实用资讯 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 地址：Pantai Damai, Santubong, Kuching（距离市区约 35 分钟车程） 开放时间：9:00am - 5:00pm（最后入场 4:00pm） 门票： 大马公民 - 成人 RM95 / 小孩 RM65 非大马公民 - 成人 RM135 / 小孩 RM85 （官网买票更便宜，以上是 walk-in 价格） ️ 可以在园区买带午餐的票，RM138（大马成人） 看看真实的评价 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ "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) "工作人员很友善，每间屋子都会介绍他们的传统文化。最惊喜的是竹桥那边的风景，真的很美。" — Wei Ling C. (Google Maps) "带外国朋友来超有面子的一条线，半天就能大概了解砂拉越主要的民族。唯一要注意的是记得带水，园区里走路挺多的。" — Kenji T. (TripAdvisor) 老实讲，RM95 对本地人来说不算便宜，但如果你有外地朋友来古晋，这里是那种「一生人一定要去一次」的地方。我自己去了三次，每一次都看到不一样的东西。 你们去过了吗？觉得值得吗？留言分享一下

On the Damai road, Sarawak Cultural Village is the point where I would choose between a quick beach stop and a half-day cultural detour. The village exists to make Sarawak's many living traditions legible to visitors who cannot travel upriver to meet every community, but its strength comes with a clear limit: this is a carefully staged introduction, not a substitute for a real longhouse visit. [image: 1780625516874-cv1-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) Opened in 1990 as a Sarawak Economic Development Corporation project, the 17-acre living museum arranges seven full-size traditional house forms around a walkable landscape. The Bidayuh headhouse, Iban longhouse, Orang Ulu house, Penan hut, Melanau tall house, Malay house and Chinese farmhouse are not random photo props; their different heights, materials and layouts show how climate, river life and social space shape architecture. [image: 1780625517126-cv2-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) I would slow down at the demonstrations rather than collect every building. Weaving, sape music, food and craft explanations give the replicas a human layer, while the twice-daily performance turns the route into a shared stage. That is the memorable part for families and first-time visitors; travellers wanting an unfiltered community encounter may feel the boundaries of a tourism presentation, and should pair this with respectful real-community travel elsewhere. [image: 1780625517458-melanau-resized.jpg] Source: Flickr / Tim Mansfield (CC BY) From central Kuching, allow about 45 minutes by car and keep a return plan; public transport is not the easy option. The current visitor guide lists 9:00am–5:00pm opening and shows at 11:30am and 4:00pm. Recent published rates list Malaysian adults at RM95 and non-Malaysian adults at RM135, with child prices lower, but tickets and packages can change. Arrive before the show, walk the houses, then leave time for Damai or Santubong rather than trying to force both performances into one rushed loop. [image: 1780625517908-bamboo_bridge.jpg] Source: Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY) I would send overseas visitors here when they have one free morning and want a readable first encounter with Sarawak's cultures. I would warn anyone who dislikes heat, staged interpretation or walking between buildings that the ticket will not turn the visit into an intimate village stay. The value is in seeing how architecture, music and craft are presented together—and then knowing what the presentation cannot replace. [image: 1780625517978-village_overview-resized.jpg] Source: Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY) That balance is why the village earns a place on a first Kuching route: useful, vivid and deliberately framed. Would you spend the extra time on the houses, the craft demonstrations or the afternoon show?

沿着 Damai 路往山都望走时，我会把砂拉越文化村当成一个需要留半天的选择，而不是海边顺手拍照点。它的存在，是让无法逐一走进上游长屋的游客，先看见砂拉越多种生活传统；但它也有边界——这是经过设计的文化入口，不是原住民社区日常的替代品。 [image: 1780625516874-cv1-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) 文化村在 1990 年由砂拉越经济发展局项目建立，占地 17 英亩，把七种传统民居放在同一片可步行的园区里。比达友头屋、伊班长屋、乌鲁屋、本南小屋、马兰诺高脚屋、马来屋和华人农舍的高度、材料与空间都不同，背后对应的是气候、河流和社区生活方式，不只是七个拍照背景。 [image: 1780625517126-cv2-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) 我会把时间留给屋内示范，而不是急着集齐建筑。织布、sape 音乐、食物和手工讲解，让复制建筑多了一层人的温度；每日两场表演则把路线收束成共同观看的舞台。带家人或第一次认识砂拉越文化的人会比较容易进入情境，但想要未经编排的社区体验的人，可能会感到它的旅游展示边界，之后应另安排真实社区访问。 [image: 1780625517458-melanau-resized.jpg] 来源：Flickr / Tim Mansfield (CC BY) 从古晋市中心自驾约 45 分钟，最好先想好回程，别把公共交通当成最省事的方案。当前游客资料列出开放时间为 9:00am–5:00pm，表演在 11:30am 和 4:00pm；近期公开票价列出马来西亚成人 RM95、非马来西亚成人 RM135，儿童票较低，但票价和配套会变。早到先看民居和示范，再决定要不要留下看表演，之后还可接 Damai 或山都望路线。 [image: 1780625517908-bamboo_bridge.jpg] 来源：Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY) 如果带外国朋友第一次认识砂拉越，我会选这里，因为它在有限时间内把建筑、音乐和手艺放到同一条路线里。怕热、不喜欢被安排好的展示，或期待直接住进长屋的人，可能觉得票价不完全符合想象；文化村的价值，是让你看见入口，也知道入口之外还有更大的地方。 [image: 1780625517978-village_overview-resized.jpg] 来源：Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY) 所以我会把它放在第一次古晋行程里，但不会用“看完就懂砂拉越”来形容。你最想把时间留给长屋、手艺示范，还是下午表演？

Just weeks after opening, Sarawak's RM848 million landmark bridge is already covered in rubbish — and netizens are calling it out. Batang Lupar Bridge 1, the RM848.7 million, 4.844km bridge that opened on May 21, was meant to be a source of pride for Sarawak. Instead, photos of rubbish scattered along the bridge have gone viral. Facebook user Ef Suhaimi shared images of the mess, comparing it to Brunei's much longer sea bridges that remain clean despite heavier traffic. "I feel embarrassed when looking at Brunei. They have sea bridges over 20km long and you don't see rubbish being thrown on the bridge. Here in Sarawak, it is only about 4km and it already looks like this," he wrote. [image: 1780622070152-batang-lupar-litter-resized.jpeg] Source: Ef Suhaimi / DayakDaily JKR Sarawak responded by urging the public to take responsibility: "Batang Lupar Bridge 1 belongs to all of us. Let us work together to maintain the cleanliness and beauty of the bridge, which is a source of pride for the people of Sarawak." The bridge replaces the Sebuyau–Triso ferry service, cutting travel time from 30 minutes to just 5 minutes, and is part of Sarawak's Coastal Road Network development programme. Location: Batang Lupar, Sarawak Details: Littering on Sarawak's new landmark bridge sparks public debate Source: DayakDaily What do you think? Should there be stricter penalties for littering?

[image: 1780552949479-energy-link.jpg] Sarawak is set to become Borneo's energy powerhouse — with an undersea cable project capable of supplying electricity to four countries including Singapore, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced today that the federal government and the Sarawak government are jointly pursuing a major cross-border energy initiative. Speaking at the Energy Transition Conference 2026 (ETCon26) in Kuala Lumpur, he said the plan involves laying undersea cables to transmit Sarawak's surplus energy to regional markets. "This joint proposal with the Sarawak government utilises a very large energy capacity and provides an undersea route to meet energy needs in Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, as well as Sabah up to the Philippines and Indonesia," said Anwar. Sarawak currently operates three hydropower plants with a combined capacity of 3.5 GW — enough to power about three million households daily. A fourth plant is under construction as part of the state's target to hit 10 GW generation capacity by 2030. Sarawak Premier Abang Johari had previously revealed the undersea cable linking Sarawak to Singapore would span roughly 720km, mostly through Indonesian waters, and is expected to be commercially operational by 2031. Location: Kuching / Kuala Lumpur Details: Cross-border undersea cable energy initiative covering Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines & Indonesia Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

If I had to design a Kuching day for a visitor who keeps asking, “Where do we actually meet Sarawak?”, I would drive towards Santubong before the heat builds and use Sarawak Cultural Village as the day's cultural spine. It compresses a huge geography into one walk, but the details are worth more than the slogan. [image: 1780538578622-scv_main.jpg] SCV entrance The village was created as a living-museum project in 1990, and its seven house types explain why “Sarawak culture” is plural. A raised Iban longhouse, a Bidayuh headhouse, an Orang Ulu house, a Melanau tall house and the smaller Penan, Malay and Chinese structures make climate and community visible in wood, height and shared space. That is the first story a traveller can physically read before hearing a performance. [image: 1780538589481-scv_panoramio-resized.jpg] Panoramic view of the village The second story is what changed when a living tradition became a visitor route. Guides and craft demonstrations keep the place from being empty scenery, while the lake, paths and scheduled stage show make the experience easy to follow. It is excellent for a first orientation, children and visitors with limited time; it is less satisfying for anyone who wants to observe ordinary village life without a timetable. [image: 1780538589985-scv_village11.jpg] Traditional architecture inside the village I would arrive around opening, spend the first stretch inside the houses, and choose one show rather than designing the day around both. The site is about 35 km from Kuching and current visitor information lists 9:00am–5:00pm, with shows at 11:30am and 4:00pm. Allow at least three hours, wear shoes for uneven paths and keep water handy. Ticket prices, lunch packages and show arrangements can change, so confirm the live booking page before paying. [image: 1780538590304-scv_cultural2-resized.jpg] Cultural dance performance For international visitors, the practical trade-off is simple: one paid, organised stop gives a broad cultural frame, but it cannot replace a community-led trip into the interior. Pair it with Damai beach or a Santubong viewpoint if you want a full day; if your interest is only a stage performance, arrive for the show and spend the rest of the day elsewhere. [image: 1780538590861-scv_cultural1-resized.jpg] Traditional handicrafts on display I like this version of the stop because it makes a complicated region approachable without pretending the shortcut is the whole journey. What would make you stay longer: a house explanation, a craft session or the music?

如果要替第一次来古晋、一路问“到底在哪里认识砂拉越”的游客排一天，我会趁天气还没太热开往山都望，把砂拉越文化村放成这天的文化主线。它把很大的地理范围压缩在一条步道里，但真正值得看的不是那句口号，而是眼前每一座屋子为何长成这样。 [image: 1780538578622-scv_main.jpg] SCV 入口外观 文化村在 1990 年作为活博物馆项目出现，七种民居说明“砂拉越文化”从来不是单数。伊班高脚长屋、比达友头屋、乌鲁屋、马兰诺高脚屋，以及本南、马来和华人建筑，在高度、木料和共享空间上各有不同；游客不用先读一大段历史，就能从建筑看见气候、河流和社区关系。 [image: 1780538589481-scv_panoramio-resized.jpg] 园区全景 第二层故事，是传统进入旅游路线后发生了什么。屋内讲解和手工示范让园区不至于只剩空景，湖边步道与固定表演则把复杂内容变得容易跟上。带孩子、时间有限或想先建立文化地图的人会觉得清楚；若期待没有时间表的村落日常，就会发现这里是经过编排的学习入口。 [image: 1780538589985-scv_village11.jpg] 园区内传统建筑 我会开门后先走一轮民居，再选择看一场表演，不会为了两场表演把整天切得太碎。地点距离古晋约 35 公里，当前资料列出 9:00am–5:00pm，表演为 11:30am 和 4:00pm；预留至少三小时，穿适合不平步道的鞋并带水。票价、午餐配套和演出安排可能调整，付款前要确认最新订票页面。 [image: 1780538590304-scv_cultural2-resized.jpg] 传统舞蹈表演 对外国游客来说，取舍很直接：一次有组织的付费行程，能在半天内建立砂拉越文化的宽度，却不能取代社区带领的内陆旅程。想排完整一天，可接 Damai 海滩或山都望观景点；如果只对表演有兴趣，选一场看完就走，不必勉强逛到闭园。 [image: 1780538590861-scv_cultural1-resized.jpg] 传统手工艺品 我喜欢文化村的地方，是它让一个复杂地区有了入口，同时没有必要假装入口就是全部。你会因为哪一项多留一小时：长屋讲解、手艺示范，还是音乐表演？

Sarawak is just one step away from bringing China's prestigious Fudan University to Sibu — only final approval from Beijing remains. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Professor Dr Sim Kui Hian announced he will travel to Beijing next week to secure the green light from Chinese authorities. The proposal has already been approved by the Shanghai government, the Sarawak government, and the Malaysian government. The planned campus will include a medical school — a critical move to address Sarawak's shortage of around 2,000 doctors. Dr Sim made the announcement at a dinner in Sibu hosted by the United Chinese Association (UCA) for Chinese Ambassador to Malaysia, His Excellency Ouyang Yujing. “Talent development and education remain key priorities for the Sarawak government in our efforts to strengthen human capital and drive long-term development,” Dr Sim said. If approved, this would be Fudan University's first overseas campus — a significant milestone for Sarawak's education landscape. [image: 1780536754195-fudan-sibu.jpg] Location: Sibu, Sarawak Details: Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian heading to Beijing next week; only China govt approval pending; medical school planned to address doctor shortage Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

An 80-year-old Kuching man lost RM103,850 after falling for an online investment scam promising big profits. The victim was contacted on WhatsApp by a woman claiming to run a business in Pattaya, Thailand. She offered him a partnership in a "Wholesale International Business Online" scheme through a website she managed. From September 2025 to February 2026, the man made eight bank transfers totalling RM103,850 to six different accounts. He was promised that both capital and returns would be deposited back into his account. Reality hit when he could no longer reach the suspect to ask for his money back. "The victim was directed to carry out a series of payment transactions as part of an alleged investment scheme, with assurances that the capital and returns would be deposited into the victim's account," said Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. [image: 80yo-scam-rm103850.jpg] Location: Kuching, Sarawak Details: RM103,850 lost to online investment scam, 8 transactions to 6 bank accounts, victim aged 80 Source: DayakDaily Reminder: If an investment sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Always verify before transferring money. What do you think?