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Desmond Davidson
Desmond is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow him on Facebook.
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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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/466048/tyt_sarawak__yab_premier_sarawak_department_of_information,_sarawak_pic__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/465806/agroforestry_knowledge_sharing_and_coffee_farm_visit__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/465743/lubok_punggor_-_abg_jo_visit_-_oct_7,_2023_(2)__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/465279/rumah_sebom,_song_fire_-_oct_5,_2023__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/421624/flag_sabah_and_sarawak__full__full__thumbnail.jpeg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/11187/bakun_dam__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/464550/koinu_-_haze_-peninsula_-_sept_30,2023__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/464507/sungai_musah_bridge_-_buckle_-_sept_30,_2023__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/464401/uggah_-_sebauh_bridge_-_sept_29,_2023__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/464369/dcp_mancha_ata_-_sept_29,_2023___thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/96229/general_pix_sarawak_sabah_tmikamal_03_(1)__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/463548/awang_-_sept_23,_2023___thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/463155/abg_jo_witnesses_shell_-_unimas_-_sept_21,_2023__copy__thumbnail.jpeg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/4703/pkr_baru_bian_sarawak_090617__thumbnail.jpg)
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](https://turbo.themalaysianinsight.com/resources/stories_images/32539/roland_engan__thumbnail.jpg)