Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Author: News Desk

The timeless beauty of Bidayuh

By Priyadarsini a/p Santhar Dwelling in Borneo’s breathtaking landscape, the native Bidayuh ethnicity still thrives through the modernity of life. Bidayuh, or Land Dayak, is the second largest indigenous group in Sarawak after Iban. Many Land Dayaks also reside on the borders of Kalimantan, Indonesia. Meanwhile, the Bidayuh in Sarawak

SUPP stresses commitment to freedom of association amid political dynamics

KUCHING: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) recognises that freedom of association in politics is closely linked to the safeguarding of individual rights such as freedom of speech, assembly and expression, says secretary-general Datuk Sebastian Ting. In a statement on Friday (Dec 29), he highlighted that these rights collectively contribute

Upgraded roads for safety, efficiency

KUCHING: The Meradong area has seen significant road upgrades for a safer and more efficient network for its residents. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said the projects involved the upgrade of the road near Kelupu Chinese Cemetery at Mile 3, Jalan Mee Tee. Additionally, improvements have been made

Council to execute community projects worth RM425,000

SARIKEI: The government has approved an allocation of RM425,000 for the implementation of various new community projects in the area. Deputy Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said this funding will be channelled through the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP), with the implementing agency being the

COVID-19 situation under control

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) said that the COVID-19 situation in the country remained under control. It revealed most reported COVID-19 cases in Malaysia exhibited mild symptoms and did not require hospital treatment. “For Epidemiological Week ME-51 (December 17 – 23, 2023), the hospital admission rate for COVID-19

Free admissions to Borneo Cultures Museum on New Year’s Eve

KUCHING: The Borneo Cultures Museum is offering free admissions to the public on Dec 31 which allows visitors the opportunity to “immerse themselves in Borneo’s diverse cultures, experiencing captivating stories and traditions”. The museum — renowned for its collections that showcase the cultural heritage of Borneo — is set to

Delayed projects to resume soon, assures Bintulu MP

BINTULU: Delayed development projects here are set to resume soon, Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said. Addressing the project status, he said he is committed to ensuring the prompt resumption of these delayed projects. “We apologise for any inconvenience caused. However, there is no need to worry, we

High expectations for Northern Zone wushu squad at SUKSAR

KUCHING: Bintulu Deputy Resident Abang Zainuddin Abang Turkey is optimistic that the Northern Zone wushu squad will deliver at the upcoming third Sarawak Games (SUKSAR) in Sibu from Jan 15 to 18. He expressed great confidence in the team’s potential to showcase exceptional performances and fierce competition against teams from

Be a live saver on New Year’s Day

MIRI: Considering something noteworthy to do on New Year’s Day? Then donating the life-saving fluid, perhaps, can be a meaningful activity to kick off 2024. The local community should make it their duty to come forward to donate their blood on Jan 1 at Level 1, New Wing, Bintang Megamall

Unveiling the charm of vintage treasures, cultural delights

By Nurin Maisarah Bt Zenal Abidin Located at Carpenter Street in Kuching, Alysha Flower & Gift is more than a store; it symbolises the convergence of enthusiasm for antique items, entrepreneurial energy, and legacy. We learned the background of this distinctive business — which sells various nostalgic goods and acts