Wednesday, 28 January 2026

Author: News Desk

New DAP policy sparks education backlash

KUCHING: The Democratic Action Party’s (DAP) newly announced pathway for Chinese middle school students to enter public universities has drawn criticism for failing to grant formal recognition of the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC). Gerald Goh, organising secretary of Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Batu Kitang, said the initiative “does not

Limbang’s Integrated Administrative Centre project ready by June

LIMBANG: The Integrated Administrative Centre (IAC) Limbang project has reached 85.52 per cent physical completion and is expected to be fully completed by June this year. State Secretary, Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, said Limbang’s IAC was poised to become a new catalyst for administrative and economic development in the division.

Business leadership in AI, green and digital transformation

“Leadership is not just about giving energy… it is unleashing other people’s energy.” – Paul Polman IN today’s rapidly changing environment, business leaders face the dual challenge of leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and digital systems, while also committing to sustainable practices that embrace green technologies. This

Digital hospitality is personal: Technology makes guest experiences more human

CONTRARY to fear that technology might make hospitality feel robotic, this article argues the opposite: personalisation powered by data analytics, AI, and VR/AR makes guests feel more seen and valued. It presents scenarios like personalised room settings, curated itineraries based on preferences and smart concierge tools. It concludes with insights

Impressed US envoy bids Sarawak farewell

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received a farewell visit from the United States Ambassador to Malaysia, Edgard D Kagan, at the Satria Pertiwi Complex here today. Kagan said the visit was to personally meet the Premier ahead of the conclusion of his diplomatic service on

Outgoing US envoy calls on Wan Junaidi

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi today received a farewell courtesy call from the United States Ambassador to Malaysia, Edgard D Kagan, at Kasuma Resort, Petra Jaya. The meeting was also attended by US

Sarawak reinforces Thai tourism push at Bangkok

BANGKOK, Thailand: Sarawak has cemented its position in Thailand’s travel market with its third consecutive appearance at the Thai International Travel Fair (TITF), underscoring the state’s commitment to capturing a growing share of Thai tourists as Malaysia pursues an ambitious 43 million visitor target this year. The Sarawak Tourism Board

TYT receives courtesy call from Pakistan High Commissioner

KUCHING: Head of State (TYT) Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar received a courtesy call from the High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Malaysia, Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, at his official residence in Petra Jaya here today. The meeting focused on several strategic areas of

Batang Lupar 1 Bridge nears completion

BY SITI NURAIN RATANI SAMARAHAN: The Stitching Ceremony for the Batang Lupar 1 Bridge was held yesterday to mark the final phase of construction, with the project expected to be fully completed and opened to the public in May 2026. The historic ceremony was officiated by Deputy Minister of Infrastructure

Curtin Malaysia, Dayak association forge partnership

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) has formalised a strategic partnership with the Dayak Association Miri (DAM) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening indigenous learning, cultural immersion, and community-based development initiatives. The MoU was signed by Curtin Malaysia’s pro vice-chancellor, president and chief executive,