Thursday, 18 September 2025

Author: Annabell Naja Tommy

Kuching Zumba Fiesta on Aug 2 aims to break two national records

KUCHING: The highly anticipated Kuching Zumba Fiesta 2025 is set to light up the State Hockey Stadium on August 2 as it aims to break not one, but two national records. Organised by the Kuching South City Council (MBKS), the event marks its tenth anniversary this year and promises to

Thailand Week set to make debut at The Spring

KUCHING: Thailand Week is set to make its much-anticipated debut here from July 31 to Aug 3, bringing the vibrant sights, sounds, flavours and innovations of the kingdom directly to Sarawak.This indoor cultural and lifestyle showcase, the first-ever Thailand Week in the city, will take place at the centre court

Global yoga celebration emphasises wellness, unity

KUCHING: The spirit of international cooperation and community wellness was on full display at the 11th International Day of Yoga celebration held at the Indian Association Multipurpose Hall, Jalan Rock. Themed “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, the event was jointly organised by the Brahma Kumaris Foundation Kuching Branch, the

BugCrusher 2025 draws over 1,270 students and teachers

KUCHING: The sixth edition of the BugCrusher Junior Coding Hackathon 2025 which recorded an impressive 1,272 participants ended today at Makeramai Makerspace in Plaza Merdeka here. The participants comprised 954 students and 318 teachers, with 528 students and 176 teachers representing Sarawak alone. Launched in 2020 by Sarawak Digital Economy

11th United Nations International Day of Yoga today

KUCHING: In a celebration of wellness, unity and sustainability, the Brahma Kumaris Foundation (BKF) Kuching Branch will host the 11th United Nations International Day of Yoga today (Saturday) at the Indian Association Kuching’s multi-purpose hall. To run from 9:00 am to 11:30 am, the event will be held under the

Fully utilised housing loan scheme, urges HDC chairman

MUKAH: The housing loan scheme offered by the Housing Development Corporation (HDC) Sarawak should be fully utilised by longhouse residents, said its chairman Abdul Yakub Arbi. He said the loan scheme offers two main categories. “These include renovation works for existing longhouses and the construction of new longhouses. “For renovations,

Abdul Karim: Adopt healthy living despite busy schedules

KUCHING: The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MYSED) is encouraging the public to adopt a more active and healthier lifestyle, despite their busy schedules. Its Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said for instance, sports participation offers significant indirect benefits, particularly for those with demanding workloads. “As

Working adults bear testament to UiTM’s flexible education

KUCHING: Working adults balancing academic pursuits with work and family commitments have come in for praise from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sarawak Branch. The part-time students who pursued further studies through its Institute of Continuing Education and Professional Studies (iCEPS) were credited for their perseverance and dedication at a special

STPM top scorers credit discipline and family support

KUCHING: As the Malaysian Higher School Certificate (STPM) results were released today (June 24), several high achievers from Sarawak proudly shared their academic journeys, revealing personal challenges, study routines, and the people who supported them along the way. Among them was Vivian Lai Wilson, 20, from SMK Bau, who expressed

Sarawak to review decline in STPM results, says education director

KUCHING: The performance of STPM candidates in Sarawak this year has seen a decline, prompting the State Education Department to take proactive steps in identifying the root causes and improving future outcomes. According to Sarawak education director Omar Mahli, the department will conduct a thorough review of both internal and