Desmond Davidson

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

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Wednesday, 18 Oct 2023 06:47 PM

GPS names former anti-drug chief for Jepak seat

Iskandar Turkee set to face at least 2 other candidates in by-election. 

GPS names former anti-drug chief for Jepak seat

Tuesday, 17 Oct 2023 04:28 PM

Bodies of 3 friends who drowned in Sarawak river found

13-year-olds have been swept away by currents while swimming in the Batang Lassa.

Bodies of 3 friends who drowned in Sarawak river found

Thursday, 12 Oct 2023 01:20 PM

Abang Jo denies Sarawak will take over MYAirline

State is only interested in the takeover of MasWings, says premier.

Abang Jo denies Sarawak will take over MYAirline

Wednesday, 11 Oct 2023 06:40 PM

Sarawak restarts onshore oil exploration

Petra Energy sinks first drill in Baram field, moves to procure gas as well.

Sarawak restarts onshore oil exploration

Wednesday, 11 Oct 2023 03:52 PM

Abang Johari says will defend Sarawak’s right to capture, store carbon

Premier says state has inalienable claim over green industry activities, onshore and offshore.

Abang Johari says will defend Sarawak’s right to capture, store carbon


Tuesday, 10 Oct 2023 12:46 PM

Sarawak calls off governor’s birthday celebration

However, the state secretary says this Saturday will remain a public holiday for the state.

Sarawak calls off governor’s birthday celebration

Monday, 09 Oct 2023 07:00 AM

Baram coffee venture gains interest of indigenous community

Agroforestry project aims to benefit Kenyah, Kayan, Penan tribes.  

Baram coffee venture gains interest of indigenous community

Sunday, 08 Oct 2023 12:41 PM

Sarawak banks on new hybrid padi variety for self-sufficiency

Premier says the state could even be the country’s rice bowl in five years.

Sarawak banks on new hybrid padi variety for self-sufficiency

Thursday, 05 Oct 2023 03:33 PM

Invalid 90-year-old dies in Sarawak longhouse fire

Elderly woman latest victim in recent blazes plaguing remote dwellings.

Invalid 90-year-old dies in Sarawak longhouse fire

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