Friday, 24 April 2026

Author: News Desk

Golden Hill, Treetops projects moving forward

BINTULU: Two housing projects in Bintulu, Golden Hill Villa 2 and Treetops, are showing signs of recovery after the state government implemented measures to safeguard buyers’ interests. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee, said the government was committed to monitoring both projects

Bending the bars of biology

Our bodies are not fixed by genetics alone. By understanding how strength, conditioning and the brain adapt to challenge, we can push beyond perceived physical limits and unlock far more resilience than we think possible. Rethinking Genetics, Strength and Human Potential THERE is a moment in every physical endeavour, whether

MK Curtain partners with Affin Bank to enhance home renovation experience

KUALA LUMPUR: MK Curtain has announced a strategic partnership with AFFIN Bank through the AFFIN Home Reno/-i financing facility, offering Malaysian homeowners a more organised and reliable home renovation experience. In a statement today, MK Curtain said the partnership makes it AFFIN Bank’s official partner for curtains and blinds, with

Extended hours for Jalan Masjid Health Clinic


KUCHING: Klinik Kesihatan (KK) Jalan Masjid has extended its operating hours on a six-month trial basis starting Monday to help ease congestion at the Green Zone of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) Emergency Department. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the clinic, which normally operates from 8.00 am

Workshop serves as platform to groom ‘mediapreneurs’

KUCHING: Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus’ Entrepreneurship Hub, in collaboration with Mango Media Borneo, recently hosted a high-impact workshop marking the first-ever visit to Sarawak by the official Xiaohongshu (Red Note) team from China. The workshop, titled ‘2026 Xiaohongshu NEW Ways to Play’, was held on January 22 under

SUHA members not involved in umrah scam

KUCHING: The Sarawak Umrah and Hajj Agencies Association (SUHA) has clarified that none of its members were involved in a recent umrah scam that left dozens of Sarawakian pilgrims stranded. SUHA Chairman, Ruzaiman Ghazalee, addressed the viral incident, noting that the agency responsible is based in Peninsular Malaysia and had

Courtesy call enhances Sarawak-Brunei economic ties

KUCHING: Sarawak and Brunei Darussalam strengthened bilateral economic ties following an official visit by the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB). The visit was facilitated by the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment Sarawak (MINTRED), in collaboration with the BIMP-EAGA Business Council (BEBC) and Sarawak Business Federation (SBF). It formed

RM70,000 project to improves SJKC Sam Hap Hin’s safety

KUCHING: SJKC Sam Hap Hin at Mile 7 will receive an RM70,000 upgrade to its retaining wall and perimeter fencing to address long-standing concerns over soil stability and student safety. The works are part of the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) 2025. During a working visit on Thursday (Feb 5), Kota

Julau Health Clinic to be fully completed in 2028

JULAU: The new Julau Health Clinic is expected to be fully completed in 2028, providing improved access to healthcare services for residents in the rural areas of the district. Meluan state assemblyman, Datuk Rolland Duat Jubin, said the project was a key government initiative to ensure rural communities had access

Bau Education Office to complete construction in 2028

BAU: Construction of the new Bau District Education Office (PPD) officially began following the handover of the RM22.65-million project site by the Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) to the appointed contractor. The project, which is scheduled for completion in February 2028, is being developed on a 6.76-acre site at Lot