SIBU: A devastating fire ravaged Rh. Sebom Bantan, Nanga Masak, Ulu Katibas, Song last Wednesday evening, has prompted immediate relief efforts from local Lions Clubs. The fire completely engulfed the 32-door longhouse, displacing 245 residents and resulting in significant losses. Tragically, a disabled elderly woman in her 90s died from
SIBU: The Sarawak Youth Member of Parliament has expressed strong support for the revival of the National Service Training Programme (PKLN). Adzim Rahman said that the PKLN programme has been an integral part of our great nation’s history and has played a significant role in shaping generations. “It has provided
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
