KUCHING: Efforts to conserve Sarawak’s forests must continue to ensure the survival of hornbills, a key symbol of the state’s identity, said Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh. He said sightings of hornbills are still being recorded in areas such as Santubong, indicating
KUCHING: Public participation will be key to the success of Sarawak’s climate policies as the state moves to strengthen its legal framework and enforcement against environmental challenges. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh, said while the government has strengthened its legal framework to
KUCHING: A tenant involved in illegal bitcoin mining and electricity theft has been jailed, but the financial fallout has shifted to the landlord, who is now facing a power bill exceeding RM165,000. As revealed by the Sarawak Consumers Association (PPS), the case stemmed from a rented premises that was secretly
KUCHING: The Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Sarawak has intensified efforts to strengthen greenhouse gas (GHG) monitoring by equipping its officers with technical knowledge in oil and gas process engineering. The initiative was carried out through a two-day Oil and Gas Process Engineering workshop for non-process auditors, held from
KUCHING: The lighting of Ramadan decorations at the city’s iconic White Cat statue in Padungan last night (Mar 17) underscored Sarawak’s spirit of unity, harmony and peaceful coexistence among its diverse communities. Deputy Premier and Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said
KUCHING: A community appreciation initiative aimed at recognising the resilience of single mothers took centre stage at Mita Cake House (Heritage Garden) on Tuesday. Officiated by Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the programme was held in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya
KUCHING: The challenges faced by single mothers, particularly those raising children with special needs, must be met with stronger and more coordinated support from all sectors of society. Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said single mothers remain one of the most vulnerable,
KUCHING: A total of 24 athletes with disabilities (OKU) from Sarawak could be barred from competing in the 2026 Para Malaysia Games (Para Sukma) if the participation age limit is lowered from 45 to 40. Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the proposed
KUCHING: Misgivings over amendments to the age limit and athlete participation quota for the Para SUKMA 2026 will be raised at the Post-Cabinet Meeting tomorrow (Mar 17). Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Mordi Bimol said the matter has drawn attention given the argument that the previous regulations be maintained.
MIRI: The Miss SHOPhia Raya Happy Hour has returned to Bintang Megamall here from Mar 13 to 15 in conjunction with the Malaysia Super Sale 2026 and the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. The event was officially launched by Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Chiew Choon Man.
