Malaysians must abide by the Thai road law - Betong police
Malaysians heading towards Thailand by road have been advised to abide by the road rules and regulations in the country.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Ex-wife of Malaysian in Betong shooting incident hauled in for investigation
The ex-wife of a Malaysian who was shot in Bandar Betong, Yala Province, Southern Thailand on Feb 11 was detained by Thai police.
Sat Feb 18 2023
Family of four killed in crash with trailer
A family of four was killed when the car they were travelling in crashed into a trailer at KM71, Jalan Sarikei/Betong, early this morning.
Mon Jul 11 2022
COVID: EMCO at three longhouses in Sarawak
The EMCO will be enforced at Ukam longhouse in Julau May 1-14, Sibat longhouse (Betong) May 4-17 and Robert longhouse (Sarikei) May 5-11.
Mon May 03 2021
Betong's next progress to 'take-off' with new airport
Plans are afoot to build a short take-off and landing airport (Stolport) in Spaoh, one of the small towns in Betong.
Thu Apr 15 2021
Heavy rains warning in Peninsula's East Coast, Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan
Downpours are also expected in several districts in Sarawak today, particularly in Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu and Bintulu.
Sun Nov 29 2020
Parliament to discuss efforts to reduce dependence on foreign labour today
The matter will be raised in a question by Datuk Robert Lawson Chuat (GPS-Betong) to Works Minister regarding the Construction Academy of Malaysia (ABM).
Mon Nov 16 2020
Missing Indonesian fisherman in boat capsize incident found safe
The safety jacket he was wearing helped him to float longer in the water until he drifted to the fish cage area.
Fri Oct 09 2020
Placement of doctors in S'wak based on expertise and requirement
There were requests for 361 specialist doctors to fill vacancies in hospital facilities in the state, including 30 family physicians.
Tue Sep 15 2020
Last COVID-19 patient leaves HHT
Undergoing treatment for 53 days at two hospitals in Terengganu due to the COVID-19 virus has left an indelible mark on a COVID-19 patient, who wants to be known only as Hafiz.
Mon May 11 2020
'Anak Buloh Betong' actor dies of heart attack in Singapore
The 1960s Malay movie actor S. Rosley died in Singapore at 1.40am today, BERITAMediacorp reported.
Wed Jan 25 2017
Severe soil erosion sweeps surau and nursery into river in Betong
A surau and a nursery at SK Kampung Buda near Spaoh in Betong, here were swept away into the nearby stream after the ground beneath them collapsed due to severe soil erosion early Monday.
Wed Jun 08 2016
RPC 6828 helicopter crash in Sarawak
On the evening of May 5, 2016, a RPC 6828 helicopter that was on its way to Kuching from Betong, Sarawak had lost contact with authorities.
Fri May 06 2016
Search and rescue mission to focus areas in Sri Aman, Simunjan and Betong
The focus of the search and rescue mission for the missing helicopter will be spread throughout three districts.
Fri May 06 2016
Kuching-bound helicopter carrying VIPs feared missing
A helicopter travelling from Betong to Kuching believed to be carrying several VIPs is feared missing.
Thu May 05 2016
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024