Thursday, 1 January 2026

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Clarion call for greater unity

KUCHING: The Dayaks are called to take the Gawai celebration as an opportunity to strengthen unity among themselves and with the other races. In making the call, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the future is going to be immensely challenging with the advent of new digital technologies.

Sarawak to enjoy better connectivity by 2025

KUCHING: By 2025, Sarawak will have better road network system as the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government is in the midst of implementing the Second Trunk Road/ Coastal Highway project costing a total of RM11 billion. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said even now Sarawakians are enjoying greater

Kampung Senibong roads along Pan Borneo Highway fully open to public

KUCHING: The fully opened two-way, four-lane roads leading to Kampung Senibong along Lundu-Bau road will be accessible to the public tomorrow (May 29). The Public Works Department (PWD) has issued a notice stating that the road, which falls under the Pan Borneo highway project, open for road users at 11 am. During the ongoing

Awla reminds JKKK to use grants sensibly

SIMUNJAN: A total of 31 recipients from the Iban Village Security and Development Committee (JKKK) in the constituency have received Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants amounting to RM285,000. Simunjan assemblyman Awla Dris called on all recipients to make the best use of the grants given to implement various programmes or

Let’s embrace unity and respect: Awang Tengah

LAWAS: Sarawakians are urged to uphold unity and mutual respect within the state, according to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. His call came during the 2023 Lawas Pre-Gawai celebration at Rumah Munit Kampung Lumut Laut, here, where he praised the event for showcasing the values of unity

BH Clinic & Neoasia collaborate for cutting-edge aesthetics

KUCHING: BH Clinic, a renowned aesthetic medical clinic located at Saradise, celebrated its partnership with Neoasia during the Italian Day event held yesterday. The event showcased the clinic’s state-of-the-art machines and highlighted the availability of top-tier aesthetic treatments such as Deka Smartxide Punto, Discovery Pico Plus laser, and Profhilo bio-remodelling

Social security protection: Malaysia among four countries

BINTANGOR: The Housewives Social Security Scheme (SKSSR) which was introduced in December 2022 aims to provide social security protection to housewives from domestic disasters and disability while managing the household. “The implementation of SKSSR makes Malaysia among the four countries in the world that provide special social protection for women

Pay heed to riverine transport safety: Jinep

LUBOK ANTU: Safety measures should always be given foremost priority to avoid riverine accidents.Deputy Minister of Transport (Maritime and Riverine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the safety of passengers as well as factors such as boat or ship conditions, emergency equipment, navigation, traffic and waterway conditions must always be taken

Project to connect Lawas and Limbang to main power grid progressing

LAWAS: The ongoing project to connect Lawas and Limbang to the main electricity grid from Miri under the Northern Agenda Extension is progressing. According to Sarawak Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Julaihi Narawi, the work is expected to be completed by 2025. “This morning, I had the opportunity make

Bidayuh lady preserves cultural legacy through handcrafted Kuih Jala

KUCHING: Joana Clement, a 30-year-old Bidayuh residing in the city, is determined to uphold the time-honoured practice of making Kuih Jala, a cherished delicacy passed down to her by her mother. Kuih Jala, a sweet and crunchy traditional treat, holds immense cultural significance and is traditionally prepared and served during