Desmond Davidson

Desmond is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow him on Facebook.

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Wednesday, 04 Oct 2023 04:32 PM

Sabah, Sarawak rights activists to take MA63 to international court

Pro-independence group seeks to settle questions of agreement’s validity, fulfilment. 

Sabah, Sarawak rights activists to take MA63 to international court

Tuesday, 03 Oct 2023 06:18 PM

Bakun Dam in good condition, says operator

Sarawak Energy Bhd stresses that all safety concerns have been addressed.  

Bakun Dam in good condition, says operator

Sunday, 01 Oct 2023 07:00 AM

Expert warns of worsening smog in Sabah, Sarawak come December-March

Fredolin Tangang says El Nino phenomenon could make air quality worse.

Expert warns of worsening smog in Sabah, Sarawak come December-March

Saturday, 30 Sep 2023 04:01 PM

Sarawak builds temporary bridge in Kapit

This will help people, vehicles cross Sungai Musah.  

Sarawak builds temporary bridge in Kapit

Friday, 29 Sep 2023 06:08 PM

Sarawak appoints new firm to continue stalled bridge work

Deputy premier warns contractors to deliver or face contract termination.

Sarawak appoints new firm to continue stalled bridge work


Friday, 29 Sep 2023 03:47 PM

Sarawak cops investigate Facebook user for alleged sedition

A complaint has been made over postings by ‘Engkecong Kampung’. 

Sarawak cops investigate Facebook user for alleged sedition

Thursday, 28 Sep 2023 03:48 PM

4 areas nationwide have ‘unhealthy’ air quality

Three are in Sarawak – Samarahan, Serian and Serian.

4 areas nationwide have ‘unhealthy’ air quality

Sunday, 24 Sep 2023 07:00 AM

Pakatan may skip Jepak by-election, say analysts

They believe coalition will not risk angering ally GPS.  

Pakatan may skip Jepak by-election, say analysts

Thursday, 21 Sep 2023 03:25 PM

Shell’s sour gas processing plant in Bintulu to begin operations in 2026

Project costs US$10 billion, Abang Jo says.

Shell’s sour gas processing plant in Bintulu to begin operations in 2026

Wednesday, 20 Sep 2023 06:49 PM

Sarawak politicians, activists question need to apply for native status

Groups say steep application fee may be a burden.

Sarawak politicians, activists question need to apply for native status

Wednesday, 20 Sep 2023 06:03 PM

PKR still undecided on contesting in Jepak by-election

Party’s state chairman says in midst of forming decision.

PKR still undecided on contesting in Jepak by-election

Wednesday, 20 Sep 2023 04:15 PM

Rabies claims 15 lives in Sarawak this year

Cases spike by 70% as disease spread among humans, says state authorities.

Rabies claims 15 lives in Sarawak this year

Sunday, 17 Sep 2023 07:00 AM

Sibu folk look forward to urban renewal drive

Sarawak town to be modernised as part of billion ringgit restructuring plan.

Sibu folk look forward to urban renewal drive

Friday, 15 Sep 2023 06:38 PM

Kuching court acquits 2 of murder charge

Justice Alwi says prosecution failed to prove prima facie case.

Kuching court acquits 2 of murder charge

Wednesday, 13 Sep 2023 04:13 PM

Sarawak deputy minister wants MA63 to be taught in schools

Sharifah Hasidah says Malaysian children should know what the agreement is all about.

Sarawak deputy minister wants MA63 to be taught in schools