SIBU: University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) chairman Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee has pointed out the significance of scholarly writing and its contribution to the university’s ranking during the launch of the UTS Publisher’s 2024 book collection. He noted the need for functions that encourage lecturers to engage in scholarly writing
SIBU: University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) has produced a total of 25 book titles on diverse subjects since its establishment in 2021. “Our authors hail not only from UTS but also from esteemed institutions such as Unimas, UMK, USM and FRIM,” said Vice Chancellor, Prof Datuk Dr. Khairuddin Ab. Hamid.
SIBU: The teachers of the Community Development Department (KEMAS)’s Tabika and Taska here have been commended for their exemplary role in fostering a high standard in the teaching profession. Khairuddin Md Nasir, the State Director of KEMAS said this dedication is aimed at cultivating human capital that excels both academically
SIBU: The state government is being urged to transfer town planning responsibilities to local authorities, particularly the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC). Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew cited the example of Ulu Sg Merah and Rantau Panjang, where numerous housing projects were approved without sufficient road infrastructure, leading to severe
SIBU: A total of 350 needy elderly citizens here were presented with Chinese New Year (CNY) mini hampers and red packets (angpow) by the STM Lottery Sdn Bhd. The presentation was held at the Sibu Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI)’s Toh Siong hall yesterday, graced by Sibu Member
SIBU: SMK Methodist, Sibu is the ‘athlete building’ for the State Sports Council and the National Sports Council. According to its principal, Philip Ling, this success is evident from the Sarawak Games lll, where many SMK Methodist athletes were selected to represent Sarawak at the Malaysian Games (Sukma) in August
SIBU: Sibu Hospital caters to about 80 children with blood disorders and cancers, both as outpatient and inpatient. Giving an overview of the paediatric cancer landscape and treatment in the hospital, the hospital’s child pediatrician, Dr Benjamin Ng Wei Liang, said as a secondary referral hospital, it runs its own
SIBU: Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu, the widow of the late fifth Sarawak Chief Minister Pehin Sri Adenan Satem, expressed satisfaction with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s commitment to carrying on Adenan’s legacy and initiatives, as well as those of past leaders, in empowering the state and
SIBU: Insurance companies have been urged to be altruistic when promoting insurance packages.In making the call, Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said this will be in the interest of their clients in the event of emergencies. He said insurance is the protection mechanism for modern
SIBU: The 14th National Mandarin Life Insurance & Financial Planning Summit (ManLIFPS) kicked off here today (Jan 14), drawing 800 Mandarin-speaking life insurance agents and financial advisors from across the country. The two-day event is taking place at a well-known hotel. Namlifa president G.Saseedaran praised the Sibu Branch for organising