BY NATASHA JEE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: Sarawak is taking steps to consolidate its biodiversity data using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its economic potential and global accessibility. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he had tasked Sarawak Information Systems Sdn Bhd (SAINS) chairman Datuk Patinggi
BY NATASHA JEE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: Sarawak could one day develop its own artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot, facilitating digital conversations between Sarawakians and the global community, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He expressed hope that the state could create a model similar to DeepSeek,
SEOUL: LG Electronics (LG) is set to unveil its innovative indoor gardening appliance at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025. According to its statement, this latest personal horticultural solution combines an advanced system for fast, healthy plant growth with a modern floor-standing lamp design, making it effortlessly stylish in any
KUCHING: Every year, 71-year-old Larry Siah continues his passion project, ‘Second Time Around Book’, by filling the corner of The Hills, here, with a variety of books from around the world. Siah shared his 15-year journey of managing the secondhand book fair during an exclusive interview with Sarawak Tribune at
KUCHING: Yayasan Bank Rakyat (YBR) has appointed Syaiful Rizal Abdul Ghani as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as part of an internal organisational restructuring strategy. In a statement, YBR clarified that Syaiful Rizal, who previously served as the foundation’s General Manager, was nominated by the Minister of Entrepreneur Development
KUCHING: After more than a year of navigating bureaucratic hurdles, Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has officially handed over the letter of award and project site to Megah Jaya Enterprise for the construction of 40 additional parking bays and upgrading works for the occupational therapy and recreation hall at Hospital
KUCHING: Association of Churches Sarawak (ACS) chairman Right Reverend Datuk Danald Jute has been appointed as a member of the Inter-Faith Harmony Committee (HARMONI) for a two-year term. The appointment made by National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang is effective from Jan 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2026. “For
SIBU: The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) proposed ‘guidelines’ for Muslims attending non-Muslim events will create more division rather than promoting unity and peace in the country, said Cr Kevin Lau Kor Jie. The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Central Youth chairman said such a move could cause major
KUALA LUMPUR: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar had the opportunity to perform Friday prayers in congregation at Surau Ar-Rahman, Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) Kuala Lumpur, today (Feb 7). After the prayers, Wan Junaidi met with congregants and exchanged greetings in a warm atmosphere
MIRI: The project to enhance internal roads, carpark and drainage in Long Lama Town under the Highland Development Agency (HDA) is progressing ahead of schedule. Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA) chief executive officer Datuk Ismawi Ismuni visited the site on Thursday to inspect the progress of the project. “The construction
