KUCHING: A total of 80 prison prospects in Sarawak were released under the Madani Compassionate Prisoner Release Programme (Kepulangan Yang Dinanti) in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Of the total, 25 are from Puncak Borneo Prison, 15 from Sri Aman Central Prison, 18 from Sibu Central Prison, two
Xiaomi’s Poco brand is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated F7 series next week. These new devices are set to be the successors to last year’s Poco F6 and F6 Pro, and they aim to continue the brand’s reputation as a “flagship killer.” Poco has officially unveiled the first
Chinese consumer electronics manufacturer iQOO is set to unveil its latest addition to the Z-series, the iQOO Z10, on April 11. The smartphone’s standout feature is its enormous battery capacity, making it the largest ever seen in a smartphone sold in India. Announcing the launch on its official X (formerly
For generations, Sarawak’s Indigenous rice farmers have cultivated more than just crops—they have nurtured a way of life deeply rooted in tradition, sustainability, and resilience. In the face of climate change and modern challenges, their time-honoured practices offer valuable lessons in ecological balance and community survival. As technology and tradition
KUCHING: Eighty-four strategic partners of the Social Welfare Department (JKM) received recognition for their ongoing support, especially in advancing the initiatives of the Sarawak government. Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the recognition was not only for their efforts in assisting disaster victims
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 131 ‘asnaf’ (underprivileged individuals) in the Stakan constituency received aid through a Ramadan programme. As part of the programme, Stakan assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Brahim also contributed RM5,000 to support the operations of mosques and suraus, especially in preparation for Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Hamzah said he
BY LAKESH KUMAR KUCHING: At a cozy shop located close to Riverside Hotel, the warm crackling melody of classic Raya songs plays softly from an old-school vinyl record player. Like a time machine taking visitors back to the golden age of Raya tunes – the nostalgic songs sung by legends
KUCHING: Rizzo Mungka Rechie has been elected as the new president of the Sarawak Dayak Graduates Association (SDGA) for the 2025–2027 term. He takes over the helm with a renewed vision to empower Dayak graduates and drive Sarawak’s digital and economic transformation. Former president Gary Ningkan will now serve as
BINTULU: The construction of the Batang Kemena Bridge in Sebauh has now reached 64.94 per cent completion and is expected to be completed by December this year. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, who visited the site recently to inspect the progress of the project, said despite some delays
MIRI: Karambir Singh was elected to lead the Society of English Writers Northern Zone (SOSWE) at its annual general meeting (AGM) on Saturday at Gymkhana Club here. Others elected to the exco are Jennie Soh as secretary and Helena Henry as treasurer), followed by committee members, Faizul Mansoor, Pehara Singh,
