Friday, 5 December 2025

Author: Annabell Naja Tommy

Leaders and initiatives move the state forward

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s economy is on the rise, thanks to its progressive and dynamic leaders. One such leader is Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who is following in the footsteps of former leaders to take the state to greater heights. “Abang Johari draws inspiration from the

Sarawak stands tall, 60 years and counting

KUCHING: Sarawak, hailed as an emblematic state, stands tall among its counterparts, as a testament of harmonious co-existence by its multicultural population. As we commemorate the 60th anniversary of Sarawak Day, we bear witness to the beautiful tapestry of unity woven by our diverse community, whose collective efforts have paved

Spectators gush about colourful, insightful 60th anniversary independence parade

KUCHING: The parade in conjunction with Sarawak 60th Anniversary Independence Celebration at Padang Merdeka here today received an extraordinary response from the community in Sarawak when about 10,000 visitors came to witness the parade competition. In fact, the parade was further enlivened when representatives of the contingents that followed the

UNIMAS pledges commitment to help develop Sarawak

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) is committed and determined to help the Sarawak government develop the state. The 60th anniversary of Sarawak Merdeka at UNIMAS was celebrated enthusiastically today, with residents donning national and ethnic attire. The ceremony was attended by the university’s chairman Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima

Air Balang Menoess makes foray into niche market

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Norshiella Suip, 31, is an entrepreneur who takes pleasure in running her business. “I started my business in October 2019 in front of my house,” she said, adding it made sense to do so. “I started selling ‘Air Balang Menoess’ to have fun and explore the world of

Merdeka Sarawak convoy attracts over 300 in Kampung Empila

KOTA SAMARAHAN: More than 300 residents gathered at the Kampung Empila Mosque grounds on yesterday (July 17) to participate in the Merdeka Sarawak Travel Convoy, which commemorates 60 years of Sarawak Independence. The event began with a lively programme at 7.30am, followed by the arrival of over 60 motorcyclists from

Keeping Sungai Laru clean

KUCHING: Political Secretary to the Premier, Kho Teck Wan said the government should tackle pollution in all small rivers like Sungai Laru. Despite regular cleaning up, Sungai Laru, she said, still had a lot of floating debris, mainly plastic waste. Kho said the government, through the Sarawak River Board, was

Foodpanda, Sugarbun bring Spicy Lak Lak Chicken

KUCHING: Foodpanda and Sugarbun have teamed up to bring a new and exciting item to their menu – the Spicy Lak Lak Chicken. This delicious dish made its debut exclusively at Wisma SugarBun here. Lak Lak Chicken is a special variety of spicy fried chicken that caters to the unique

Samarahan, Kuching residents invited to visit digital exhibition  

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Batang Sadong Member of Parliament Rodiyah Sapiee has called on the public, especially people around Kuching, Asajaya and Sadong Jaya, not to miss the opportunity to visit the ongoing Digital Exhibition here. She was present to attend the soft opening of the Digital Exhibition in conjunction with the

Delegation expands collaboration in BIMP-EAGA

KUCHING: A delegation from Brunei Darussalam and Timor-Leste recently visited Sarawak Skills, opening up opportunities for collaboration among stakeholders in the BIMP-EAGA region. In a press release, led by chief executive officer (CEO) of Timorese Manpower Agency Dato Nasir Latif, the delegation included Ambassador of Timor-Leste in Brunei Darussalam His