KUCHING: The year 2026 has been described as a “delivery year” for the Sarawak Government with the focus on ensuring development plans are translated into tangible outcomes for the people. State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the year will be a crucial turning point to ensure that
MIRI: The public is invited to gather for World #QuranHour 1447H at the Auditorium of Pustaka Negeri Sarawak here on Wednesday (March 11), at 9 am, in conjunction with 21 Ramadan 1447H. According to Pustaka Negeri Sarawak, the initiative reflects a shared aspiration to cultivate a Quran-centred society grounded in
SELANGOR: Approximately 2,300 Fujianese from across the country gathered for the 23rd Annual Chinese New Year Gathering of Fujian (Hokkien) compatriots in Malaysia, held at Xianjing Ancient City in Setia Alam, on Feb 28. The event, hosted by the Federation of Fujian Associations of Malaysia and organised by the Federation
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 136 asnaf (zakat-eligible) recipients in the Stakan constituency received cash assistance under the Ramadan Outreach Programme. The contributions were presented by Stakan assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Brahim during his visit to Masjid Darul Ibadah in Kampung Pangkalan Kuap on Wednesday (Mar 4), as part of his
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar led the state’s top leadership in a breaking-of-fast ceremony at Astana Sarawak, underscoring unity and shared responsibility during Ramadan. Wan Junaidi, accompanied by Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, attended the Majlis Sungkei Perdana at the Banquet
BARCELONA, Spain: Sarawak’s growing presence in the global semiconductor industry drew attention at the Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026, where SMD Semiconductor showcased its advancements in power electronics technology. In a press statement, the company said its Chief Executive Officer, Shariman Jamil, delivered a presentation titled ‘Powering the Future with
CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian media industry must urgently prioritise advanced training in emerging technologies to remain competitive and credible amid rapid digital transformation. Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ainol Amriz Ismail, stressed that continuous professional development is no longer optional but essential as the industry undergoes sweeping structural
KUCHING: Maxim E-hailing Malaysia has intensified its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in Kota Kinabalu and Tawau, Sabah, in conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan. Director of Maxim E-hailing Malaysia, Mohd Hazwan Musley, expressed hope that these initiatives would bring genuine benefit and blessings to the entire community. “Maxim
KUALA LUMPUR: Festive “ONG” cheer turned into extraordinary fortune when a loyal Magnum 4D player won RM15,365,813 in a spontaneous Jackpot triumph on February 15. The long-time player of more than 20 years had not intended to place a bet that day, stopping by Desa Aman Puri, Selayang, simply for
SARIKEI: The ‘Jelajah Ramadan Kuala Rajang’ programme continues to draw strong community support, reaffirming its role as a key platform in strengthening ties between leadership and the grassroots since its inception in 2011. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment and Kuala Rajang state assemblyman, Datuk Len Talif