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How technology is rewiring China’s health system
BEIJING (April 15): A woman surnamed Li recently walked out of a community clinic in the eastern Chinese city of Suzhou with more than she had asked for. A routine chest CT scan to examine her lungs, through the quiet intervention of artificial intelligence…
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Meet Miguel Manacero, the Brazilian who brings China’s dancing dragon to life
WUHAN (April 15): Drumbeats rise and fall inside a university gymnasium in central China. A brightly colored dragon surges forward, then dips and coils, its body rippling in perfect rhythm. At the front, guiding the dragon with a pearl, is Miguel de Oliveira…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/kuching-chefs-set-for-global-stage-at-culinary-competition-in-vietnam/
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Kuching chefs set for global stage at culinary competition in Vietnam
KUCHING (April 15): Sarawak chefs will represent Kuching at the Master Chef of Foodex 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from Apr 15 to 18, further strengthening the city’s presence on the international gastronomy stage. Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong…
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SMK Methodist Sibu posts strong SPM 2025 performance
SIBU (April 15): SMK Methodist here has recorded commendable results in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2025 examination, achieving a School Average Grade (GPS) of 3.70 and an 89.76 per cent certification eligibility rate. A total of 34 students scored…
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Dead cat sharks found by divers signify dangers of ghost nets
MIRI (April 15): Nine divers made a concerning discovery in the Miri-Sibuti Coral Reefs National Park last week, where they found eight cat sharks trapped in an abandoned fishing net, with only two of them still alive. Miri Divers director Jimmy Yong during…
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SOP Foundation brings clearer vision to Penan community
MIRI (April 15): A total of 56 Penans villagers residing near Eastwood Valley Golf and Country Club, received prescription spectacles from SOP Foundation during a special handover ceremony held at a resort hotel last Saturday. The recipients were among the…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/oral-rabies-vaccination-programme-extended-to-taman-malihah/
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Oral rabies vaccination programme extended to Taman Malihah
KUCHING (April 15): The pilot Oral Rabies Vaccination (ORV) programme has been extended to Taman Malihah here as part of intensified efforts to curb the spread in the area, following the recent death of a 10-year-old child there who was infected. In a Facebook…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/sarawak-pavilion-highlights-regional-business-events-strategy-in-singapore/
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Sarawak pavilion highlights regional business events strategy in Singapore
KUCHING (April 15): Sarawak has opened its pavilion at The Meetings Show Asia Pacific (TMS APAC) in Singapore for the third consecutive year. Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) said the Sarawak Pavilion showcases the ‘Driving Impact Together’ brand promise…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/pelawan-rep-conducts-final-inspections-on-upgrading-projects-in-sibu/
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Pelawan rep conducts final inspections on upgrading projects in Sibu
SIBU (April 15): Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang carried out final inspections on three community-based improvement projects here yesterday. They are the redevelopment of Seladah Park, reconstruction of Hin Hua…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/cats-gun-down-pdrm-fc-brace-for-seasons-climax/
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Cats gun down PDRM FC, brace for season’s climax
KUCHING (April 15): Kuching City FC must remain focused as they prepare for crucial matches ahead, said head coach Aidil Sharin Sahak. Speaking after his side’s 4-1 win over PDRM FC in the Super League match last Sunday, Aidil emphasised the importance of…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/six-sarawak-gymnasts-off-to-intensive-camp-in-kl/
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Six Sarawak gymnasts off to intensive camp in KL
KUCHING (April 15): The Sarawak Amateur Gymnastics Association (SAGYMA) has sent its rhythmic gymnastics (RG) squad to Kuala Lumpur for an intensive one-week training camp as part of preparations for the upcoming Malaysia Games (Sukma). Its president Johnny…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/kah-ming-wins-amid-kgs-raya-cheer-and-charity/
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Kah Ming wins amid KGS Raya cheer and charity
KUCHING (April 15): Lee Kah Ming carded a five-under par 65 to win the Men’s Group A nett title of the KGS Raya Golf tournament held at Kelab Golf Sarawak (KGS) on Sunday. One stroke behind in second place was Marcus Ting Zhong Sing who pipped Mohamad Jahney…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/high-diesel-prices-prove-sarawak-is-future-proofing-economy-with-alternative-energy-says-premier/
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High diesel prices prove Sarawak is future-proofing economy with alternative energy, says Premier
KUCHING (April 15): Sarawak’s early push into alternative energy has placed the state on the right track, especially as global diesel prices continue to surge amid geopolitical tensions, said Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Premier said…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/2000-free-tickets-up-for-grabs-for-sabah-penang-final/
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2,000 free tickets up for grabs for Sabah–Penang final
KOTA KINABALU (April 15): The Ministry of Youth Development, Sports Advancement and Creative Economy (MySpaCe) will distribute 2,000 free match tickets to local football fans ahead of the second leg of the MFL Challenge Cup final between Sabah FC and Penang…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/over-rm1-mln-approved-to-rebuild-ageing-rumah-lingga-ujang-in-sarikei/
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Over RM1 mln approved to rebuild ageing Rumah Lingga Ujang in Sarikei
SARIKEI (April 15): About 300 residents of Rumah Lingga Ujang can finally breathe a sigh of relief following the government’s approval of over RM1 million to rebuild their ageing longhouse. The initiative is being implemented through multiple funding channels…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/abang-jo-proposed-samalaju-kidurong-bintulu-rail-link-system-undergoing-feasibility-study/
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Abang Jo: Proposed Samalaju-Kidurong-Bintulu rail link system undergoing feasibility study
KUCHING (April 15): A series of new infrastructural and technological developments are set to transform Bintulu Port into a modern, integrated, and future-ready maritime hub, said the Premier. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said among the key…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/salang-appointed-dcci-supreme-council-special-advisor/
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Salang appointed DCCI supreme council special advisor
KUCHING (April 15): Former federal deputy minister Dato Sri Joseph Salang Gandum has been appointed special advisor to the supreme council of the Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) for the 2026–2029 term. DCCI president Datuk Allan Keripin Nangkai…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/premier-tells-bintulu-port-to-shape-future-of-how-trade-is-conducted/
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Premier tells Bintulu Port to shape future of how trade is conducted
KUCHING (April 15): Bintulu Port has been told to chart a bold and forward-looking path as it enters its next phase of growth following three decades of development. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the port’s role must evolve beyond…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/sarawak-digital-economy-corporation-launches-new-integrated-operations-hub-to-boost-states-digital-service-delivery/
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Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation launches new integrated operations hub to boost state’s digital service delivery
KUCHING (April 15): The Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) has launched a new integrated operations facility aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening digital service delivery across the state. SDEC chairman Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/long-bedian-a-journey-of-unity-resilience-and-renewal/
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Long Bedian: A journey of unity, resilience, and renewal
In the first instalment of our special series exploring rural Sarawak and the lives of its people, we journeyed to Long Bedian in Baram—a community preparing to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its founding this year. MIRI (April 15): Tucked deep within…
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https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/04/15/miri-records-highest-api-in-sarawak-as-bush-peat-fires-rage/
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Miri records highest API in Sarawak as bush, peat fires rage
MIRI (April 15): Miri recorded the highest Air Pollutant Index (API) readings in Sarawak on Wednesday morning as bush and peat fires continued to rage during the ongoing dry spell in northern Sarawak. According to Department of Environment Malaysia’s Air…