KUCHING: Strong and consistent enforcement is crucial in addressing diesel smuggling and preventing leakages that could disrupt supply and subsidies, says Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts said smuggling activities, particularly in border areas, remain an ongoing concern driven by price
KUCHING: Rising fuel prices are continuing to drive broader cost pressures, with ripple effects felt across goods and services, particularly in Sarawak, says Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts said increases in oil prices inevitably lead to higher costs in other
KUCHING: A long-buried chapter of Sarawak’s past is set to return to the spotlight as filming for the Malaysian feature Jangkar officially begins, anchoring history, memory and identity into a cinematic retelling. Marked by a prayer ceremony held at the Waterfront Hotel here today, the launch was officiated by Tourism,
KUCHING: A long-overlooked chapter of Sarawak’s history is set to resurface through the upcoming film Jangkar. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah described the story as one that has remained largely absent from public consciousness. Speaking at a press conference held during the
KUCHING: Shooting for the upcoming historical film Jangkar 1972, with a production budget of approximately RM6 million, will begin across several locations in Sarawak starting tomorrow. Producer David Teo said the film ranks among the most expensive productions in his 26-year career in the film industry. He said the significant
KUCHING: Higher logistics demands continue to drive cost differences between Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia, particularly in fuel and goods pricing. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Urban Development Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the state’s geographical size and reliance on diesel-powered transport contribute to the disparity. “Well, if we look
KUCHING: Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) is strengthening its push to integrate digital elements into technical and vocational education and training (TVET) as part of efforts to prepare a future-ready workforce. TEGAS chairman Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the agency has evolved since its establishment in 2012 to support
KUCHING: The first light of day broke over Padang Merdeka as more than 800 runners laced up and filled the historic field for the inaugural LCDA Sapphire Run 1.0, held in conjunction with the Land Custody and Development Authority’s (LCDA) 45th anniversary today (Apr 5). Representing Deputy Premier Datuk Amar
KUCHING: Culture, colour and conversation filled Dewan SK Merpati Jepang as the Sarawak Unite, Malaysia Harmony programme brought together youths and communities in a shared celebration of diversity today (Apr 4). The programme was launched by Political Secretary to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Irwan Zulkarnain Muhammad Hasbie,
KUCHING: Malaysia is seeing a renewed rise in fire incidents in 2026, driven largely by prolonged hot and dry weather conditions, with bush fires remaining the dominant contributor nationwide. Deputy Director-General (Operations), Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia, Datuk Ahmad Izram Osman, said a total of 12,938 fire cases were
