Sunday, 22 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Alumni urged to unite and contribute to school’s development

SIBU: Alumni of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Saint Matthew Sekuau (M) Selangau are encouraged to unite and contribute to the ongoing development of their alma mater. Borneo MA Smart Vendors Sdn Bhd chairman Alexander Kadir Dato emphasised the indebtedness of alumni to the school for their success. “We are who we are

Selangau MP pledges support for school hall upgrade

SIBU: Selangau MP Edwin Banta has pledged support for the upgrade of the school hall at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) St Matthew Sekuau (M). “I will write a letter to the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) regarding this matter, seeking their assistance as the school is a missionary school,” he said

Juara Lagu Melanau set for Jan 27 finale

SIBU: The grand finale of the Anugerah Juara Lagu Melanau 2023 (AJLM 2023), organised by the Persatuan Pengkarya Pemuzik Artis Melanau (PAMM) Sibu, is set to take place on Jan 27 at the Islamic Complex Hall here. Its president Mohamad Anis Ili said the awards aim to acknowledge, celebrate, and

Need to embrace spirit of volunteerism in supporting govt

SIBU: Members of Komuniti Madani should not expect rewards for their involvement in activities. Komuniti Madani Durin Chairman Datuk Teo Boon Siew said every member should instead embrace the spirit of volunteerism in supporting the government’s agenda for the community. “This is our responsibility as members, without expecting a salary

281 children honoured at KEMAS event

SIBU: The Appreciation Ceremony for KEMAS Preschools P.212 Sibu, held today (Jan 20) at the Islamic Complex, celebrated the achievements of 281 preschool children from the Department of Community Development (KEMAS) for the academic year 2023-2024. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing, and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee,

SMK Sacred Heart continues to excel in academic and co-curricular achievements

SIBU: Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Sacred Heart remains committed to preparing students for a rapidly changing world, focusing on nurturing advanced performers, global leaders, and enterprising learners. Speaking at the school’s 20th Annual Speech Day 2023/2024, its principal David Teo lauded the commendable results achieved in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia

SMK Sacred Heart’s teachers and students urged to embrace technology

SIBU: Teachers and Students of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Sacred Heart here have been told to embrace technology. Addressing attendees at the school’s 20th Annual Speech Day 2023/2024, the school’s Board of Management vice-chairman Tan Sri Clement Hii stressed the need for students to understand the evolving skills landscape. “Whether

Betong to host Sarawak Games next year

SIBU: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has announced that the fourth edition of the Sarawak Games (SUKSAR) might take place next year, with Betong serving as the host city. “God willing, SUKSAR might be held next year, ensuring all four zones have the experience of organising SUKSAR. “The first

Central Zone nets four gold medals for volleyball

SIBU: The men’s and women’s volleyball teams from the Central Zone won two gold medals each in the third day of Sarawak Games (SUKSAR), achieving their target. Both squads from the central zone dominated the matches, winning all three sets consecutively. The women’s squad from the central zone secured victory

Sepak takraw gold for Western Zone in SUKSAR

SIBU: The Western Zone women’s sepak takraw team won the women’s quadrants category after defeating their rivals from the Southern Zone here today (Jan 17). The victory adds another gold medal for the Western Zone at the 3rd Sarawak Games (SUKSAR III). The Western Zone dominated the gold-medal matches by