“Wish You Were Here”, a book by Jodi Picoult, has taken the literary world by storm by capturing the essence of the COVID-19 pandemic in the novel. The novel offers readers a sense of familiarity and comfort in the midst of the pandemic’s chaos. The story revolves around Diana O’Toole,
SIBU: Setting up facilities for extreme sports is no walk in the park. Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said various aspects need to be considered before these can be built. “We do have a skate park in Kuching and also in Miri (apart
SIBU: A centralised assessment examination for Year 6 pupils is not only meant to evaluate students but also schools. In stating this, Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said through such comprehensive approach, the overall performance of schools can be accessed. “We’re not saying
SIBU: There is a need for more innovation competitions as a means to cultivate creativity among students. According to Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, this aligns with the government’s objective of nurturing a culture of innovation, especially among the younger generation. “I believe
SIBU: A man died while four others sustained injuries following a two-vehicle crash at Lorong Ulu Oya 8, Jalan Ulu Oya here, today (Nov 11). The fatal accident happened around 7am when both vehicles – a Proton Saga and a Perodua Ixora – collided head-on with each other from opposite
SIBU: Nine new projects have been approved under the Twelfth Malaysia Plan (12MP) with a total scheme value of RM673 million. Sibu Water Board (SWB) general manager Abdul Malik Abdullah said five of these projects were recently approved during the Mid-Term Review of the 12MP this year. “For instance, the
SIBU: The establishment of an entity encompassing all four water management agencies in the state and the transformation of the state water authority into a body corporate will prioritise the welfare of all of its employees in Sarawak. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said this is among
MUKAH: In a swift rescue operation this morning in Tanjung Manis, firemen saved a small hatchback car from a devastating blaze. The incident occurred at the Pusaka Tanjung Manis housing area, where the car was parked under a house that caught fire around 9.20 am. Zone 4 Chief of the
SIBU: The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) has been equipped with four new patrol motorcycles dedicated to enhancing the efficiency of its traffic wardens during patrolling duties. According to SMC chairman Clarence Ting Ing Horh, the launch of the new motorcycles enabled the council to cover more areas for traffic enforcement
SIBU: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) Festive Season Maximum Price Control Scheme (SHMPP) for Deepavali this year will run from Nov 9 to 15. The ministry’s Sibu head, Kelyn Bolhassan Haliward, said eight types of goods have been placed under the scheme. The seasonal controlled price