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
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024