KUCHING: Sarawak is looking into the possibility of engaging with a university in China related to herbal medicine. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state is venturing into natural resources, so he would like to suggest that the state explore herbal medicine. “Borneo is rich in biodiversity.
KUCHING: Seliman Bandang, the oldest man in Malaysia, from Rumah Mulok, Klua Krian in Saratok, has passed away today (Aug 19) at the age of 113. According to a news report by TVS, Seliman, who was recognised as the country’s oldest living man by the Malaysia Book of Records in 2021,
KUCHING: Sports activities can provide a huge source of income to some individuals and institutions nowadays, said Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. He said that sports are no longer associated with only health and social benefits. “Sports activities that relate to businesses have become
SEBUYAU: A new mechanism for subsidising the commercial sector is expected to be announced within this year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the new mechanism was to ensure that the recipients would not only depend on subsidies, but find ways to continue exploring their respective
A wave of rapid development is sweeping through Sebuyau District, encompassing the creation of a new township, an administrative complex, 235 affordable housing units, and 214 shop lots. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg shared that these initiatives are set to transform the landscape of Sebuyau. “Sebuyau
PADAWAN: The treated water supply projects for Kampung Petag, Kampung Sitang and Kampung Bangau are scheduled to commence in the second quarter of the upcoming year.These projects aim to address the challenge of untreated water supply in these three villages, according to Datuk Dr Jerip Susil.“These villages are part of
PADAWAN: The Padawan Sub-District Office becomes the first district in Sarawak to publish the Guidebook for the Administration of Community Leaders and Village Chiefs (KMKK). The guidebook was launched in the District Office on Tuesday. According to Deputy Minister of Transport (Aviation and Road) Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, the book
KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital has achieved a significant milestone by introducing its Robotic Surgical Assistant (ROSA), becoming the first hospital in Borneo to own such advanced technology. The arrival of ROSA on today (Aug 10) marks the hospital’s commitment to investing in state-of-the-art smart hospital technology to enhance patient care
KUCHING: Sarawak will host the national level 2023 Malaysia Day celebration at Stadium Perpaduan here on Sept 16. According to Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Julaihi Narawi, who is also the minister responsible for the celebration, it is an honour for Sarawak to be chosen to host the event.
KUCHING: Over 100 local and international boxers are getting ready for the 2nd Edition of the Sarawak Open Boxing Championship 2023 which will be held from August 19 to August 26, 2023, at the Sri Aman Indoor Stadium. The Sarawak Boxing Association (SABA) president Datuk Rahman Lariwoo said that Indonesia
