Saturday, 17 January 2026

Author: News Desk

New roads help to develop land

LUNDU: The construction of new roads in Opar constituency enables the local residents to develop their land. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang said that the construction of these roads not only served transportation purposes but also facilitated the development of agricultural land, thereby enhancing the income of the surrounding population. “These

Kaka disappointed by Warner Music Malaysia’s action

SINGER-songwriter Kaka Azraff recently expressed her frustration after Warner Music Malaysia terminated her contract without any clear reason. The 34-year-old “Bukan Hal Aku” hitmaker stated that she had no qualms about taking legal action against Warner Music Malaysia if they can’t reach a proper agreement. “As one of the longest

P. Ramlee biopic in the works

SINGAPORE-Malaysia production company, Inkhouse Pictures and Inkhouse Media Pte Ltd, recently revealed that it was currently working on a biopic of legendary entertainer P. Ramlee. Inkhouse’s managing director Datuk Khairul Anwar Salleh shared the news, saying that the biopic, titled, “P. Ramlee — Jeritan Batinku” would explore the more hidden

Pet vaccination, public awareness key towards rabies-free Southeast Asia 

KUCHING: The goal of making Southeast Asia free from human rabies can be achieved through a total understanding of the disease, how it can be prevented and responsible pet ownership among communities, say experts. Boehringer Ingelheim regional technical manager for companion animals for Asean, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand,

Challenges breed success

BY GWENDOLINE WYNER NYANGUN A beauty shop manager who originated from Papar, Sabah, has been operating a beauty salon in Mukah since 2018. She explained that she did so to assist others, particularly by making her clients look better and she enjoys the transformations she sees in the clients before

Promote peace from young age

KUCHING: Teaching the achievement and maintenance of peace from a young age is vital. Bandar Kuching MP, Dr. Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen said this process involves fostering understanding, cooperation, and goodwill among people. “Peace is a state of tranquility or quietness, often characterised by the absence of disturbance, conflict, or

Kota Samarahan’s entrepreneurship boost through MARA’s seminar

KOTA SAMARAHAN: In an effort to empower new entrepreneurs, especially among the youth and women, the Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) hosted the “Zero to Hero” Basic Entrepreneurship Seminar, drawing in 60 eager participants. The seminar was organised in line with MARA’s latest initiative, the forthcoming “MARA STAR Accelerator Hub,” slated

273 stalls available for CNY sale

KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) will have 273 stalls available for the upcoming Chinese New Year Festive Sale at the Kenyalang Park Commercial Centre Mall. In a statement, MBKS said that the event will begin from January 26 to February 9. “All interested person can obtained application form

Unleash your imagination at The Crazy House

By Nur Farah Izetty Binti Mohd Yusoff Are you looking for an unusual place to visit? Look no more! Hang Nga Villa, also known as The Crazy House in Dalat, Vietnam, is a unique guesthouse that looks like it belongs in a fairytale. It is a must-visit if you are

Villagers get ready for Christmas

BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI MUKAH: Residents in several villages here are not in a hurry to prepare for Christmas Day. A survey conducted by Suara Sarawak found that residents have yet to make thorough preparations even though Christmas will be celebrated more than two weeks from now. According to Dafni