The Borneo Post

A police officer was injured after slipping and falling into a six-metre-deep gorge during a community programme in Kampung Sapit, Kuching, and was later rescued and sent to Sarawak General Hospital for treatment.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/kuching-cop-hurt-after-falling-down-6m-deep-gorge-during-village-community-programme/

A woman in Bau lost over RM6,000 after falling victim to an online “Super Lotto” scratch-and-win scam advertised on Facebook, with police confirming she was tricked into paying fees after being told she had won a large cash prize.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/scratch-and-lose-bau-woman-poorer-by-rm6000-after-falling-for-online-super-lotto-scam/

The Niti Daun Parade marked the peak of Sarawak’s Gawai Dayak 2026 celebrations in Kuching, showcasing Dayak unity and cultural heritage through colourful contingents, traditional performances and a vibrant city procession.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/niti-daun-parade-marks-peak-of-gawai-2026-celebrations-in-kuching-showcases-dayak-unity/

Nearly all Sarawak SARA recipients are using the MyKad-based system effectively, with a 99 per cent utilisation rate for essential goods purchases, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/nearly-all-sarawak-sara-recipients-use-mykad-aid-system-says-finance-minister/

1,802kg of ash materials containing verses of the Holy Quran were released into the South China Sea off Kuching today as part of a purification programme conducted in accordance with Islamic rulings and environmental guidelines.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/1802-kg-of-quranic-ash-materials-released-into-south-china-sea/

Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg says Sarawak has the potential to develop its own retail sector into a global giant similar to Walmart, highlighting the state’s strong local entrepreneurship and unique energy resources.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/premier-sarawak-has-potential-to-develop-retail-sector-into-walmart-like-global-giant/

Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has urged around 90,000 individuals not listed in the LHDN database for SKAS to submit appeals for review, saying eligible recipients may still be included through the process.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/skas-90000-individuals-not-included-in-lhdn-database-urged-to-appeal-says-premier/

Niti Daun Parade brought Kuching city centre to life with vibrant colours, sounds and tradition as the Gawai Dayak Celebration 2026 unfolded, showcasing a rich display of Dayak heritage through rituals, cultural performances and a citywide procession. - Photos by Chimon Upon

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/niti-daun-parade-showcases-vibrant-dayak-heritage-in-gawai-celebration/

Parti Warisan vice-president Datuk Junz Wong has urged DAP to clarify its stance on Selangor’s guideline requiring separation of halal and non-halal organic waste, questioning the policy’s rationale and implementation.

For report, click: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/06/20/clarify-stance-on-selangor-halal-non-halal-waste-separation-guideline-warisan-vp-tells-dap/