Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Author: Amyra Varkisa

Relevant industry players told to get ready

KUCHING: The hospitality and accommodation industry players are urged to start preparing for the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), which will be hosted in Sarawak in 2027. According to Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, the industry players need to ensure the state has

TYT visits ailing former senior official

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar visited former senior government official Effendi Ariffin at his residence on Jalan Muhibah, here yesterday (Sept 14). In a post on Wan Junaidi’s official Facebook page, it was noted that he arrived at 10:30 am and was welcomed

MRCS Sibu plans to establish branch in Sibu Jaya

SIBU: The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu Branch is planning to establish a new branch in Sibu Jaya soon. Its chairman Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee said Sibu Jaya’s expanding population and businesses make it a prime location for the establishment of a new branch. “Sibu Jaya is developing quickly,

Patriotism is more than just slogans, says Soon Koh

SIBU: The true spirit of nationalism and patriotism goes beyond slogans or words, and lies in the deep commitment to the country, says Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh The Bawang Assan assemblyman said that Malaysians can show their love for the country through simple acts of kindness, such as being

Tiong lauds KRT dinner as symbol of unity

SIBU: The Majlis Makan Malam Sambutan Perayaan Bersama, Kunci Perpaduan Gemilang was not just an event but a powerful symbol of unity and cooperation among all citizens, according to Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister said in the joyful atmosphere of the event, people are

1,000 halal mooncakes distributed at Pelawan Mid-Autumn Festival

SIBU: A total of 1,000 halal mooncakes were distributed by Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee in conjunction with the Pelawan Mid-Autumn Festival here last night (Sept 14). Tiang, who is also the Pelawan assemblyman, said he purposely distributed halal mooncakes at

Bountiful Tilapias from Batang Ai straight to Singapore

KUCHING: Borneo Eco Fish Sdn Bhd, a local Tilapia fish farm, has successfully captured the Singaporen market with the help of the Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office in Singapore (STATOS). In a statement on its Facebook page today (Sept 14), Borneo Eco Fish Sdn Bhd proudly shared their achievement. “September

Unimas organises fun run to promote healthy lifestyle

KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) has invited the public to join its Segulai Sejalai Sehat Sarawak Fun Run, organised by the Postgraduate Association of its Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The Nov 14 event, organised in conjunction with World Diabetes Day, will feature 10km, 5km and 3km categories with

778 Unifor-funded projects done, 623 in progress

SRI AMAN: A total of 778 projects valued at RM100.4 million and funded through the Unit For Other Religions (Unifor) have been completed, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said another 623 projects are actively being implemented with allocations totalling RM148.9 million. “These projects include

Wan Junaidi shares table and tales at favourite cafe

KUCHING: In a display of their down-to-earth nature, Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi casually dined at Yong Hua Cafe this morning (Sept 14). Arriving without fanfare or a red carpet, the couple was warmly greeted by