Saturday, 3 January 2026

Author: News Desk

Meet the man behind RM1,700 Kek Lapis

BY DAYANG MILLIANA FOR almost a decade, pastry chef and owner of Abg K’ju Cake House, Adhar Ibrahim, 37, has built a reputation for redefining the art of Kek Lapis (layered cakes) in Sarawak. Adhar’s baking journey began in 2010 from his home kitchen, where he honed his talent in

Hope Place comes to aid of fire victims

KUCHING: Eight families affected by a devastating fire at Kampung Dayak earlier this week have received temporary food aid from Hope Place.  The fire, which destroyed eight houses, has left six of the affected families temporarily sheltered at All Saints’ Church. In response, Hope Place stepped in to provide essential

SGH team pioneers minimally invasive lung cancer treatment

KUCHING: A team from the Respiratory Unit of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) has recently achieved a major breakthrough by performing the first three cases of a global medical device trial for bronchoscopic lung nodule ablation. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian congratulated the team, led by Dr Kho

OCI Holdings reaffirms commitment to local talent in Sarawak’s polysilicon industry

KUCHING: South Korea-based energy and chemical company OCI Holdings has reaffirmed its commitment to engaging local experts in managing its polysilicon manufacturing plant at Samalaju Industrial Park, Bintulu. Chairman Lee Woo Hyun highlighted that this initiative is expected to enhance the plant’s operational efficiency, further positioning Sarawak as a vital

Miri’s public transport system to undergo continuous modernisation

MIRI: Miri’s public transport system will undergo continuous modernisation with innovative and user-friendly initiatives, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. He stressed that it is the state government’s commitment, vision and strategy to strengthen urban mobility towards a more sustainable future. “The Miri City Smart Bus was introduced

Sarawak Energy demonstrates social commitment

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy continues to demonstrate its dedication to social responsibility by actively engaging in disaster relief efforts and providing much-needed aid to affected communities. Sarawak Energy has extended its support to the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) to aid in ongoing flood relief efforts across the state, assisting communities

Fishing equipment for fishermen in Lawas

LAWAS: Fishermen here have received vital fishing equipment, including boats and engines, through the Northern Region Development Agency (NRDA) under the Regional Corridor Development Authority (Recoda). This is to provide the fishermen with essential tools to generate income and enhance their livelihoods. The Socioeconomic Development Unit of Recoda held a

25 reps from various faiths comprise HARMONI members

PUTRAJAYA: Twenty-five representatives from various religions have been selected as members of the Interfaith Harmony Committee (HARMONI) for the 2025-2026 session. Out of this number, 10 representatives are from Islam, four from Buddhism, four from Christianity, two from Hinduism, two from Taoism, one from Sikhism, one from the Bahá’í Faith, and

Rabies remains a public health concern

KUCHING: Rabies continues to pose a serious public health concern in Sarawak, which sees efforts by  the government to strengthen the state’s healthcare system, says Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. Dr Sim, who is also the Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government said that throughout