KUCHING: Sarawak’s Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) is reshaping access to higher education by shifting the focus from financial capability to student potential, positioning it as a key driver of the state’s future talent pipeline. Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) deputy chairman Datuk Dr Jerip Susil said the initiative
KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman, Wilfred Yap Yau Sin has dismissed recent claims by Chong Chieng Jen as “misleading”, saying the narrative on electoral delineation ignores Malaysia’s constitutional framework and institutional processes. Yap said the appointment of members to the Election Commission of Malaysia is governed under Article 114 of the
KUCHING: Preparations for the 6th Special Olympics Malaysia National Games are nearing completion, with Bintulu set to host the national event later this week. Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the Games are expected to run smoothly, with readiness reaching about 90
SIMUNJAN: A large-scale tree planting initiative saw some 3,000 indigenous seedlings planted at the Sabal Forest Reserve, bringing together about 280 participants in a joint effort to restore degraded forest areas. The programme, organised by the Forest Department Sarawak (FDS) and Cahya Mata Sarawak, highlighted ongoing efforts under the Greening
KUCHING: Courage, confidence and personal growth took centre stage as participants of the Toastmasters District 87, Division D ‘Champion of Champions’ Speech Contests were celebrated at a prize-giving ceremony held at the SUPP Headquarters here today, with support from the host party. The ceremony marked the culmination of the Division
KUCHING: Rabies remains a deadly yet preventable threat in Sarawak, with authorities now stepping up efforts to improve vaccination coverage and public awareness to curb fatalities. The programme was launched at Unity Hall Phase 1 and 2, Lorong 12, Jalan RPR Batu Kawa today (April 18), with Premier Datuk Patinggi
KUCHING: Sarawak has recorded three rabies-related deaths in 2026 as vaccination coverage remains below target, emphasising ongoing challenges in controlling the disease statewide. Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVSS) Director, Datuk Dr Adrian Susin Ambud, said nearly 6,000 dogs and 94 cats have been vaccinated so far in 2026. However,
KUCHING: Sarawak is stepping up its rabies control efforts with the rollout of the Oral Rabies Vaccination (ORV) Deployment Programme, a pilot initiative targeting free-roaming dogs in Kuching. The programme was launched at Unity Hall Phase 1 and 2, Lorong 12, Jalan RPR Batu Kawa today (April 18), with Premier
KUCHING: More than 400 guests gathered at the Dewan Serbaguna CatsFM today for the ‘Ohsem Raya di CATS’ Aidilfitri open house, blending festive celebration with meaningful community outreach. Deputy Minister of Health and CATS FM’s Executive Director, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, attended the event, alongside Kristal Harta Sdn Bhd’s Managing
KUCHING: A trip to the market, once routine and predictable, is becoming a careful exercise in budgeting as rising prices of daily goods reshape how residents spend, plan and prioritise. From fresh produce stalls to supermarket aisles, many say the cost of essentials has crept up steadily in recent months,
