Saturday, 6 December 2025

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Moral education key to instil ethical responsibility

KUCHING: The strengthening of tasawuf education is timely amid the growing influence of technology and the need to instill ethical responsibility. Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof, said the matter will be discussed with the Minister of Education as part of efforts to review and restructure the national curriculum

465 graduates receive scrolls during i-CATS convocation

KUCHING: The 27th i-CATS University College (i-CATS) Convocation witnessed a total of 465 graduates who have successfully received their master’s, bachelor’s and diploma’s scrolls, marking another milestone in the institution’s effort to produce skilled and industry-ready talent. The ceremony, held at the Hikmah Exchange Event Centre here today, also celebrated

Kapit a potentially world-class eco-friendly city with proper planning

KAPIT: This town has the potential to be developed into an eco-friendly city with proper and well-structured planning, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Speaking at the ‘Majlis Merarau Bersama Komuniti Kapit’ event here today, he said the town’s strategic location in the heart of Sarawak’s

Tunoh road access to spur long awaited development

KAPIT: The construction of a seven-kilometre road to Tunoh here has been approved to enable long-delayed development in the area. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government approved the project as road connectivity had been the key barrier holding back development in the area

RM1.96 billion approved for Kapit’s water supply upgrade

KAPIT: The Sarawak Government has approved RM1.96 billion to upgrade the water supply system in the division. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the funding is part of the state’s ongoing effort to enhance basic infrastructure in rural and semi-rural areas. “We have approved RM1.96 billion

Borneo Cultures Museum boosts Sarawak’s standing as cultural tourism hub

KUCHING: The recognition earned by the Borneo Cultures Museum (BCM), which recently secured the top position in the ‘By Voting’ category on the Museum World Ranking website, is hoped to further elevate Sarawak’s reputation as a cultural tourism hub. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the

AirBorneo to strengthen Sarawak-Japan link

KUCHING: Sarawak will strengthen its air links with Japan through AirBorneo’s flight routes. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the commitment will position Japan as one of the main destinations in the expansion plan of the Sarawak government-owned airline. “Now that I have received the ‘star’

More boutique hotels needed

KUCHING: Sarawak needs more boutique hotels, particularly within the city, to accommodate the rising influx of tourists. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that boutique hotel developments, including the renovated Legacy Hill Hotel at Jalan Ban Hock, play a key role in supporting tourism growth, especially

Sarawak Regatta 2025 ends in spectacular finale

KUCHING: Thousands of spectators thronged the Kuching Waterfront today for the grand finale of the Sarawak Regatta 2025. The historic river festival, which ran from October 24 to November 2, themed ‘Race for Harmony’, culminated in a day of thrilling races, vibrant cultural showcases, and royal splendour, marking the conclusion

Royal spectacle caps vibrant Sarawak Regatta 2025

KUCHING: The iconic Kuching Waterfront came alive in a breathtaking celebration of culture, unity, and sporting spirit as the curtains closed on this year’s Sarawak Regatta, held under the inspiring theme ‘Race for Harmony’. The grand finale today was graced by His Royal Highness, the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah