KOTA SAMARAHAN: Ramadan should serve as a platform to strengthen empathy and social responsibility within the Muslim community. According to TVS, Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development, Datuk Rubiah Wang, the fasting month allows Muslims to better understand the struggles faced by the underprivileged, including the asnaf and B40
KUCHING: Lunar New Year in Sarawak saw high-profile visits that brought together political leaders, foreign diplomats, and local community members, showcasing harmony and festive goodwill. On the first two days of the celebrations, Sarawak Australian Business Chamber president, Rodger Chan Siong Boh, hosted a series of distinguished guests at his
TATAU: The completion of key Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects in Kakus marks a significant boost to rural connectivity, safety and economic activities for residents in the area. Minister in the Premier’s Department, Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai, who is also Kakus state assemblyman, said the projects underscore the Sarawak
SIBU: The Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) is expected to serve as a catalyst for local economic growth, particularly in Sarawak and Sibu, provided promotional efforts are carried out in an integrated manner by all parties. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, said cooperation involving communities,
KUCHING: A collaborative effort between Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) and Sarawak Department of Agriculture (DOA) is underway to establish a comprehensive action plan for the management and conservation of ‘ikan terubok’ (toli shad or river shad) in Sarawak. The initiative was among key matters discussed during a working visit led
KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MET Malaysia) has issued a significant weather outlook, warning of potential prolonged thunderstorms and heavy rain in Sabah and Sarawak on Feb 24. In a statement released today (Feb 21), the department said the forecast is based on analyses of multiple weather prediction models, which
LUBOK ANTU: The Sarawak Government has approved RM500,000 under the Rural Transformation Project (RTP) to build a new Chinese Community Hall here. Deputy Minister for International Trade, Industry and Investment, Datuk Dr Malcolm Mussen Lamoh, announced the allocation during a visit to Entugam on Friday. He said the new hall
KUCHING: A total of 30 recipients in the Satok constituency benefited from the 2026 ‘Ihsan Ramadan’ Programme held in conjunction with the fasting month. The welfare initiative involved 15 beneficiaries from the Kampung Masjid branch and another 15 from the Bandarsah branch. The programme was officiated by Deputy Minister for
SRI AMAN: Community leaders such as longhouse and village chiefs must be prepared to embrace changes brought by the people they lead in their respective settlements. Bukit Begunan assemblyman Datuk Mong Dagang said that many people today possess higher educational backgrounds and hold senior positions in government or private agencies,
KUCHING: A total of 50 flood victims from 13 families remain temporarily sheltered at Masjid Darul Istiqlaal, Kampung Sungai Maong as monitoring continues across affected areas in Kuching, Bau and Samarahan as of today (Feb 21). The Civil Defence Force (APM) reported that weather conditions remained rainy in Kuching, but