SIBU: It is important that everyone understands what depression is, how to recognise and overcome it. Pointing this out, Deputy Minister for Housing, Public Health and Local Government, Michael Tiang Ming Tee said because depression does not discriminate, it can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. “Depression is
SIBU: Eighteen Lions Clubs under District 308-A2 Region 2 & Region 3 have gone rural to jointly organise longhouse fire drill and donation of three units of fire extinguishers to Rumah Zachius Nyalu in Song recently. The Lions Clubs involved were Kapit, Song, Sibu Host, Sibu Mandarin, Sibu Pahlawan, Sibu
SIBU: A 38-year-old man was sentenced to 12 years’ imprisoment by the Sessions Court here on Wednesday (Oct 4) for committing robbery. Sessions Court Judge Marutin Pagan also ordered Frankie Chaong Lagi from Song to receive five strokes of whipping. According to the charge sheet, the accused, together with another
SIBU: Lions Club of Song (LCS) held its 13th installation of the new board of directors along with an induction ceremony during a luncheon reception at Chai Kee Restaurant, Song, recently. According to a press release, Francesca Versa Adam, who is a nurse, has been installed as the new president,
SIBU: Lions Clubs International District 308-A2 for Region 2 and Region 3 on Tuesday combined forces to help fire victims of the 36-door Rumah Michael Maran in Nanga Lasi, Julau which was ravaged by fire last Thursday evening. The Lions Clubs participated in the effort via fundraising and purchasing supplies
SIBU: The Sibu Nansang Community Association (SNCA) has received praise from Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew for its role in offering a platform for the community to come together and foster harmony and peaceful living. According to Ling, many livelihood problems can be communicated through the association to the
SIBU: Life assurance and family takaful are the cornerstones of financial security and stability in society, said Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng. “They empower individuals to face life’s uncertainties with confidence and resilience. “The role as professionals in this field goes beyond the transactional; it is deeply rooted in compassion
SIBU: The National Association of Malaysian Life Insurance and Family Takaful Advisers (Namlifa) has pledged to continue ensuring the Malaysian public is adequately protected. Its president G. Sassedaran said Namlifa will continue striving not just for business sustainability but also to ensure people are protected through life insurance and family
SIBU: Lions Clubs International District 308-A2 Region 2 & 3 jointly organised a “New Member Orientation” course at a leading hotel here recently. The event was attended by over 90 new members and existing members. Immediate Past District Governor Kapitan Connie Loh Ming Hua was given the honour to officiate
SIBU: Deputy Minister of Housing, Public Health, and Local Government, Michael Tiang Ming Tee, emphasised the importance of preserving friendly relations between all ethnic groups in the state, regardless of external factors. Tiang stated, “Under one roof, we want to let outsiders know what the spirit of Sarawak is.” Speaking
