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Software Engineering in 2026: A View From the Server Room

I read Ben Congdon's article "Software Engineering in 2026" and found myself nodding along to many of his points. But I also noticed something: the conversation around AI and software engineering often feels like it's happening in a different world from mine. I'm a Full-Stack Engineer managing distributed systems across 15+ production sites in Malaysia. My daily work isn't only about building shiny new features, but also about keeping things run…Sarawak · Sarawak Read Article

Nine Agencies Driving Statewide Advancement

By Marlynda Meraw “We (Sarawak) must be in control of our own destiny. We need to have sufficient funds to finance the development that we have planned for our State. We cannot depend entirely on the federal government for development funding in view of the current political scenario.” Abang Johari (May 9, 2019) FOR a State as vast and diverse as Sarawak that covers a significant portion of Borneo, the challenge of ensuring equitable development…Abang Johari Tun Openg · Kuching Read Article

Deputy Premier Intends to Propose Adjustment to Sungai Sarawak Bypass Canal Project to Protect Batu Kawah

By Shikin Louis & Dayangku Hidayatul KUCHING, Dec 31: Deputy Premier and Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian intends to propose a rethink of the RM2 billion Sarawak River Bypass Canal project to better protect Batu Kawah and downstream areas from flooding. The high-impact project, announced by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof, involves constructing an 8km new river canal, with 2km sta…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

AirBorneo completes acquisition of MASwings

by DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Dec 31: The Sarawak government, through AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd (AirBorneo), has finalised the acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd, paving the way for its official operations starting Jan 1, 2026. According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the acquisition completion event was held today in Kuala Lumpur, with Sarawak Secretary and chairman of AirBorneo Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, S…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

Stampin MP tells MPP: Request or draw up plan, don’t make flimsy excuses on Kampung Bumbok field

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Dec 31: Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) should either request a detailed plan or come up with one and work within the federal allocation to upgrade the football field of Kampung Bumbok, instead of offering flimsy excuses, said Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen. Chong called on MPP chairman Tan Kai to apologise for the council’s poor decision, which resulted in the failure to utilise the RM114,448 federal allocation approved…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

UTS takes first step towards establishing medical school with expert feasibility panel

By DayakDaily Team SIBU, Dec 31: University Technology Sarawak (UTS) has appointed six expert panel members to conduct a feasibility study on launching a medical degree programme, marking a critical first step towards the university’s inaugural medical school. The panel includes Professor Dr Lela Suut from the Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas); Professor Dr Awi Idi from Unima…Sibu · Sibu Read Article

Flood alert: Kuching, Lundu low-lying areas at risk until Jan 1, 11pm

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Dec 31: Residents in low-lying areas across Kuching and Lundu have been warned of potential flooding starting from 8am today until 11pm tomorrow (Jan 1), following a surge in river levels triggered by relentless heavy rain. According to a flood warning issued by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) Malaysia today, water levels in several major river basins are forecast to breach danger thresholds during thi…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

Elderly man declines evacuation as flash flood hits Desa Wira area in Kuching,

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Dec 31: An elderly man declined evacuation after flash floods inundated the premises where he was staying at Lorong 5I, Desa Wira, Batu Kawa early this morning. According to the Fire and Rescue Department, a distress call was received at 5.08am reporting flash flooding at Kampung Sinar Budi, Jalan Desa Wira. A team from the Batu Lintang Fire and Rescue Station was dispatched and arrived at the scene at 5.19am, where e…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

A great loss to the State and country: Works Minister pays tribute to Madeline Berma

by DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Dec 31: The late Datuk Dr Madeline Berma leaves behind an enduring legacy that has shaped the nation’s education and community development, particularly in Sarawak, Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi says. Describing her as a dedicated community figure and a close personal friend, Nanta said her work went beyond academia, making a meaningful impact on society through education and development initiatives. …Kuching · Kuching Read Article

Reshaping Sarawak’s Water Infrastructure

By Marlynda Meraw “An initial funding of RM4 billion is allocated for the implementation of the first phase of the (Water Supply Grid System) programme that shall be in place by 2025. The State is also implementing the Sarawak Alternative Water Supply Programme or SAWAS to serve isolated communities with standalone treated water supply systems, which otherwise would take years to have access to clean water. The implementation of SAWAS is one of …Water Security · Sarawak Read Article

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Software Engineering in 2026: A View From the Server Room

Nine Agencies Driving Statewide Advancement

Deputy Premier Intends to Propose Adjustment to Sungai Sarawak Bypass Canal Project to Protect Batu Kawah

AirBorneo completes acquisition of MASwings

Stampin MP tells MPP: Request or draw up plan, don’t make flimsy excuses on Kampung Bumbok field

UTS takes first step towards establishing medical school with expert feasibility panel

Flood alert: Kuching, Lundu low-lying areas at risk until Jan 1, 11pm

Elderly man declines evacuation as flash flood hits Desa Wira area in Kuching,

A great loss to the State and country: Works Minister pays tribute to Madeline Berma

Reshaping Sarawak’s Water Infrastructure

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Software Engineering in 2026: A View From the Server Room

Nine Agencies Driving Statewide Advancement

Deputy Premier Intends to Propose Adjustment to Sungai Sarawak Bypass Canal Project to Protect Batu Kawah

AirBorneo completes acquisition of MASwings

Stampin MP tells MPP: Request or draw up plan, don’t make flimsy excuses on Kampung Bumbok field

UTS takes first step towards establishing medical school with expert feasibility panel

Flood alert: Kuching, Lundu low-lying areas at risk until Jan 1, 11pm

Elderly man declines evacuation as flash flood hits Desa Wira area in Kuching,

A great loss to the State and country: Works Minister pays tribute to Madeline Berma

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