Saturday, 6 December 2025

Author: Annabell Naja Tommy

NGO launches anti-drug drive

KUCHING: I-Youth Kuching is organising an Anti-Drug Education Campaign from June 11 to June 21, targetting schools and communities here. Its project coordinator Timothy Bong said the campaign was aimed to support the government’s efforts to combat drug abuse in Sarawak. Data from the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) showing 2,433

Curtin students get to grips with data analytics

MIRI: Students taking up business studies at Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) got to hear about data analytics from a banking industry expert recently. The guest lecture by Chai Vong Lung, who is Assistant Manager at Public Bank Berhad here, was attended by 104 students and unit lecturers Khin Than

SME Sarawak explores opportunities with Johor

KUCHING: The Small and Medium Association of Sarawak (SME Sarawak) held a business networking session on Monday with a visiting 20-member delegation from Johor’s Hokkien Huay Kuan Association. The delegation from its entrepreneur section was led by its President, Datuk Lim Teck Ming. It gave both associations the opportunity to

Looking forward with reuniting with family members

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The vibrant spirit of Sarawak comes alive with the celebration of Gawai Dayak, a festival deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of the native ethnic groups of Sarawak, such as the Iban, Bidayuh, Kayan, Kenyah, Kelabit, Murut and Lun Bawang. Gawai Dayak is a festival that elevates the

Pua Kumbu cake a unique Gawai Dayak delicacy

KUCHING: Amidst the colourful spread of foods during the Gawai Dayak festival in Sarawak, one delicacy commands special attention – the ‘Pua Kumbu’ cake. Katerina Jalil, 37, better known as Kaylee Craft on social media, hails from Pakan but currently resides in Sibu. She is a member of the Sarawak

Jwendy Joshua takes Soloman’s Cup

KUCHING: Jwendy Joshua clinched the title of ‘Champion of Champions’ at the Mr Kuching 2024 Bodybuilding Championships, securing the prestigious Soloman’s Cup trophy and a RM500 cash prize today. Jwendy, a 36-year-old from Lundu, also won the Men’s Senior Bodybuilding Above 75 kg category earlier in the competition. He attributed

MP warns of threats posed by obesity

KUCHING: Obesity, a growing problem in the population, came under the spotlight at an event celebrating physical finesse here Sunday. Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii used the occasion to highlight the need to make lifestyle adjustments to ensure health and community well-being. He warned that obesity among Malaysians has

First marathon a huge success

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The first HSL Samarahan Marathon wrapped up successfully, drawing over 2,000 participants from diverse countries including Singapore and Africa to the two-day fitness festival. Lukas Mutati from Kenya took the top spot in the men’s category with an impressive time of 2:42:47. Dorcas Tarus secured victory in the

Crafts galore at cultural event

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Samarahan Food & Cultural Festival (SFCF) kicked off on Friday (May 10) at Aiman Mall here. It was declared open by the Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The festival features 57 stalls offering a variety of food, beverages, cakes