PADAWAN: Students from nine schools across Padawan recently explored the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) during a week-long programme hosted by SK Bengoh. The event aimed to spark curiosity and build practical skills in STEM subjects through interactive and engaging activities. Highlights of the programme included building
CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian Press Institute-PETRONAS Malaysian Journalism Awards 2025 (HKM 2025) has officially opened for submissions, offering RM450,000 in prizes across 23 categories for outstanding journalism. The 45th edition of the award, regarded as the country’s most prestigious journalism recognition, began accepting entries on November 15. In a statement, the
SYDNEY, Australia: The Sarawak Ombudsman strengthened its international cooperation after securing support from the Office of the Commonwealth Ombudsman Australia during a working visit on November 17. The delegation, led by Chief Ombudsman Sarawak, Datuk Seri Abdul Ghafur Shariff, met Deputy Commonwealth Ombudsman, Julie O’Brien, who indicated readiness to support
KUCHING: Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has recognised outstanding food premises and public toilets under its Clean Food Premises and Clean Attractive and Fragrant BMW Toilet Competition 2025, reinforcing efforts to promote environmental sustainability and public health. The programme, held at the council training room today, was officiated by its chairman,
SRI AMAN: A 39-year-old inmate who escaped from Sri Aman Central Prison on the early morning of November 20 was recaptured by police in under 12 hours. Sri Aman Police Chief, Supt Dennis Bunyam, said John Sambang Sangau fled from the prison’s residential block at 7:15 am on Thursday. A
KUCHING: Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) Chief Executive Officer, Amelia Roziman, has become the first Asian and the only Malaysian appointed as a trustee of The Iceberg, a global authority championing the legacy impact of business and professional events. According to a press release, her appointment strengthens Asia’s representation in legacy-focused
KUCHING: The Sarawak Security and Enforcement Unit (UKPS) will intensify efforts to strengthen state security and disaster preparedness. This follows the directive of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who emphasised the agency’s role as an early responder. UKPS Director, Abdul Wahab Rahim, said the matter was
SINGAPORE: The proposed direct flights between Sarawak and Singapore via AirBorneo is set to enhance mobility and open up new tourism opportunities. Singapore’s Minister for Social and Family Development, Masagos Zulkifli Masagos Mohamad, said direct flights to Sarawak’s popular destinations would attract Singaporean visitors. “With these direct connections, I am
JULAU: The completion of a clean water supply system at SK Ulu Entaih has been hailed as a significant step in improving basic facilities for rural schools. The upgraded facility now provides 74 pupils and 22 staff members with reliable access to clean water, improving daily operations and creating a
KUCHING: A working visit was held at the paddy cultivation project site in Tawang Baa, Padawan, to assess its progress, impact and long-term potential in supporting sustainable agriculture and improving rural livelihoods. Sarawak Skills said the project, implemented by them and funded by Yayasan Hasanah and is emerging as a