Monday, 22 December 2025

Author: News Desk

Curtin Malaysia hosts visiting Indon researchers 

KUCHING: The Faculty of Engineering and Science at Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) recently hosted two visiting researchers from Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) in Surabaya, Indonesia, Anisa Ratnasari and Isti Faizati, on a collaborative research programme between Curtin Malaysia and ITS, a leading university in the field of science

The Power of negotiation in entrepreneurship

By Dr Gabriel Wee Wei En In the intricate world of modern entrepreneurship, the iconic phrase “I’m going to make him an offer he can’t refuse” from “The Godfather” holds more significance than a mere cinematic catchphrase. It encapsulates a powerful approach to negotiation, which is crucial for navigating the

MyLesen Class B2 to curb unlicensed motorcycle use among students

MIRI: In a bid to tackle the issue of school students operating motorcycles without licenses, the Sarawak government has launched the MyLesen Class B2 Driving License Assistance Programme. Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said that the initiative targets students aged 16 and above, particularly those facing financial

New Batu Kawah access road to ease traffic woes

KUCHING: Batu Kawah will have a new access road from Jalan Datuk Temenggong Tan Meng Chong traffic light junction to Ensing residential area to ease traffic congestion from the main road. This is another development project from Batu Kawah assemblyman Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian for his constituency to

SDMC proposed to spearhead efforts against rising rabies cases

KUCHING: The Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) is suggested to take the lead in addressing the growing concerns over rabies cases, particularly in residential areas in Kuching. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng proposed that SDMC be the primary coordinating agency, considering its success in controlling

Alternative airlines to meet extra flights mulled

KUCHING: Other airlines are being proposed to accommodate the increased number of passengers to Sarawak ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin assured that he will meet with other airlines to request additional flights during the upcoming festive seasons and school holidays. Meanwhile, he

Serian mosque construction reaches 30 per cent completion

SERIAN: The ongoing project to complete the remaining construction of Masjid Bahagian Serian has achieved a 30 per cent completion milestone. According to Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus, the construction, valued at RM7.9mil, faced delays under the previous contractor due to the Covid-19 pandemic. “The responsibility of completing the new

Chinese community leaders call on Dr Sim

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Professor Dr Sim Kui Hian received a courtesy call from the Chinese community leaders and village chiefs (KMKK) of Sri Aman district at his office in Wisma Bapa Malaysia here, recently. Earlier, the delegation had visited Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk

Sarawakian wins jackpot of nearly RM29 million   

KUCHING: A 46-year-old salesman from Sarawak becomes the luckiest winner, when he walked away with nearly RM29 million of Toto 4D Jackpot 1 on December 26, 2023. Sports Toto said that the man has the pair of winning numbers “7871” and “9736” which is a bank note number that he

A culinary journey: From humble beginnings to community staple

Amid the vibrant tapestry of Batu Kawa, Kuching, lies a culinary gem that has captured the hearts and taste buds of locals and visitors alike. Run by Rasyiqqin Then bin Rosrazi, 28, and his brother Rafiqin, 25, 28 Street Food, located next to their home, offers a variety of delicious