Author: Anis Hipni

Repok assemblyman backs Sarawak’s vision, lauds achievements

REPOK Assemblyman, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, has expressed strong support for the Sarawak Government’s strategic direction, highlighting key recent achievements in aviation, education and regional development. He made these remarks while debating in support of the motion of appreciation for the Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan

Opar rep calls attention to decrepit classroom block

THE federal government has been urged to take immediate action to rebuild the aging classroom block at SK Selampit in Lundu. According to Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang, the classroom building at the school is no longer safe for use. Despite not being officially classified as a dilapidated school, the structure

SKAS recipients to continually be assisted in S Pay Global applications

SARAWAK Government will continue assisting eligible individuals in activating their respective S Pay Global applications to ensure full disbursement of the Sumbangan Keperluan Asas Sarawak (SKAS) aid to recipients. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas (PBB-Betong) said the total number of individuals eligible for SKAS is 886,288 people. “As

PWD to propose road elevation works in flood-prone Kanowit areas

THE Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak will submit a proposal to raise the road levels in several flood-prone areas in Kanowit. Datuk Aidel Lariwoo (GPS-Sadong Jaya) said these areas include Jalan Pedai, Jalan Ulu Tuah, Jalan Sungai Urap and Jalan Sedaya Lama. “However, with regard to the proposal to raise

Batu Kitang rep finds joy in service and sunset views

KUCHING: Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang is known for his down-to-earth nature.When on duty, he commits himself fully to serving the community. Off duty, he finds joy in sports, especially pickleball, and spending time with the younger generation.In a light-hearted interview with Sarawak Tribune, Lo opened up about

Blend of business and pleasure at music spectacle

KUCHING: Music lovers who turned up at Panggung Udara on Saturday night for the second day of the Kuching Music Festival (KMF) were treated to vibrant musical performances with an energetic display of Sarawak’s cultural and entrepreneurial spirit. Organised by Kuching North City Commission (DBKU), the festival featured an impressive

SIMBC 2025 gears up for global spotlight

KUCHING: The Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC) 2025 is set to take place from August 21 to 24 at Bukit Siol, drawing global attention as one of Sarawak’s major sporting and tourism events. The competition is hosted by Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) and will mark a decade since

Humble ‘putu mayung’ holds its own

IN the heart of Petra Jaya’s bustling malls, one family’s traditional food business is quietly drawing steady crowds. Their specialty? The timeless spring hopper, known locally as putu mayung. The name Pak Abu Putu Mayung stands out as the best putu mayung seller in Kuching. Made from fine rice flour

Navigating mental health in digital world can be trying

GROWING up in a digital world brings new opportunities and, on the flip side, its share of challenges. For teenagers and university students in Malaysia, managing mental health today means learning to balance screen time, social pressure, and the constant expectation to succeed, both online and offline. While awareness of

i-CATS shifts into high gear for university status

KUCHING: i-CATS University College, which is aiming for full university status by next year, is taking a series of strategic steps as it works towards achieving its goal. These efforts include the introduction of new faculties, recruitment of experienced academic staff, and the launch of innovative education models tailored to