Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Strong moral compass important, TYT tells graduates

SIBU: The true essence of higher education lies not only in academic achievements but also in the integration of values that shape a well-rounded individual. In light of this, Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, advised University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) graduates to uphold core

Wan Junaidi appointed UTS Chancellor

SIBU: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar was officially appointed as the second Chancellor of the University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) today (Dec 14). The proclamation was read by Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee, who is also Chairman

Hospital bans burning activities within its grounds

SIBU: The local hospital here has banned any activities involving the burning of items and equipment, including for religious purposes, within its grounds, effective immediately. In a statement posted on its Facebook page recently, Sibu Hospital announced that this ban has been introduced to ensure the safety of patients, staff,

Wanita UTS strengthens community bonds through engagement and support

SIBU: The Universiti Teknologi Sarawak Women’s Association (Wanita UTS) made a courtesy visit to Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar’s wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi here yesterday (Dec 13). Wanita UTS chairman Datin Dayang Mariani Abang Zain said that the association was

Competitive platform boosting tourism sector

SIBU: The organisation of the Sibu RC PowerBoat Race River Challenge 2024 not only elevates Sibu as a premier destination for water sports activities but also promotes the unique culture, heritage, and natural beauty of the area to the world.  According to Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Datuk Seri

10 Swinburne Sarawak students awarded RM56,000 Rinwood scholarships

KUCHING: Ten outstanding students from Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus were recently awarded scholarships totalling RM56,000 through the Rinwood Awards by Rinwood Pelita (Mukah) Plantation Sdn Bhd. According to the university yesterday (Dec 12), the scholarship paves the way for the students to further their studies and broaden their

House partially gutted in afternoon blaze

SIBU: A single-storey terrace house in Lorong 18A, Sibu Jaya was partially damaged in fire this afternoon (Dec 9). The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) received a distress call at 1.42 pm and dispatched firefighters from Sibu Jaya station to the scene. Upon arrival, the team found the house ablaze

Peace accord set true progress in motion: Nanta

KAPIT: The Kapit Peace Agreement of 1924 remains a landmark that symbolises true progress rooted in cooperation and mutual respect, regardless of differences in beliefs or ethnicity. According to Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, sustainable and continuous growth can only be achieved if the people of the state

Cybersecurity awareness programme set for Dec 12

SIBU: The Kapit Digital Innovation Hub (DIH) will organise a cybersecurity awareness programme titled “Cybersecurity Awareness: Protect, Detect & Respond” on December 12 at the Kapit Multi-Storey Car Park Building. The programme, scheduled to run from 8 am to 1 pm, aims to raise public awareness about the challenges and

SDNU mulls setting up separate business entity

SIBU: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) may form a separate entity to carry out business activities to ensure its sustainability. Its president Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom said this would allow the organisation to diversify its income sources beyond relying on government grants He said the organisation can perform