Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Author: News Desk

A family of intelligent birds

After dogs, cats and fish, birds are the world’s fourth most popular pets — and a significant number of them are parrots. It is hardly surprising: with their vibrant colours, acrobatic antics and often comical personalities, these feathered characters are irresistible. Parrots are known for their intelligence, sociability and long

Abang Johari in Singapore for Annual Leaders Retreat

SINGAPORE: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg flew in here today to join the Malaysian delegation to the 12th Malaysia-Singapore Annual Leaders Retreat (ALR). The delegation is led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is on a working visit to the republic. Anwar was accompanied

Hospital seeks patient’s next of kin

SIBU: Sibu Hospital is seeking information on the relatives or family members of Ting Su Ngiik, a 64-year-old female patient whose last known address was Rumah Empawah, Sungai Empawah, Sibu. The patient has been admitted to Ward 22 (Female) since November 17. She is believed to have a husband living

Sarawakiana Fest to showcase cultural heritage 

KUCHING: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak is set to host the Sarawakiana Festival 2025 from December 8 to 13, under the theme ‘Warisan Ilmu, Budaya dan Kepercayaan’ (Heritage of Knowledge, Culture and Beliefs). The festival, which showcases Sarawak’s rich history, arts, customs, traditions and indigenous belief systems will feature exhibitions, lecture series,

GPS reps praised for discipline, strong performance

KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) elected representatives have once again demonstrated discipline, composure and strong debating skills in the just concluded State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said their strong performance and high standards reaffirmed the coalition’s reputation for maintaining order and

State to form Climate and Energy Diplomacy Unit

THE Sarawak government is establishing a Climate and Energy Diplomacy Unit under the Premier’s Department to spearhead regional and international engagements on climate, carbon and energy transition. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Sarawak Climate Change Centre will be placed under this Unit as its

Media associations praise Premier’s cash incentive

KUCHING: Four major media associations have expressed their heartfelt appreciation to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for the one-off RM700 incentive allocated to private media practitioners registered with their respective associations as of Dec 1. The Kuching Division Journalists Association (KDJA), Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) Sarawak

Agrofood sector hits new heights, SAF 2025 a major success

KUCHING: Sarawak’s agrofood and commodity sectors took a significant leap in 2025, driven by stronger implementation standards and improved sectoral management. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD) Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said his ministry not only navigated challenges successfully this year but also set new

Tupong constituency personified as Mr Fantastic

In a light-hearted conversation following the recent DUN sitting, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman shared insights into his constituency’s personality and the songs that define his mood. Warm, candid, and laced with humour, his exchange with Sarawak Tribune revealed a more personal and entertaining side of the Tupong assemblyman, one who

Contractor programmes expanded across Sarawak

THE Sarawak Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Masterplan Study 2026-2035 is expected to be completed in March 2026, providing a comprehensive framework for public-private partnership implementation. Second Minister of Finance and New Economy, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, said the government is currently formulating the PPP Masterplan that will serve as a