Monday, 8 December 2025

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

PETRONAS praised for boosting STEM education

MUKAH: Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine praised PETRONAS’ efforts in sparking students’ interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through STEM-based programmes. He said such efforts are crucial, as STEM education plays a vital role in developing a skilled society in these fields. “In addition, it prepares a high-quality workforce

TB Run, Beach Plogging promote health, environment, SDGs

MUKAH: The Tuberculosis (TB) Run programme and One Hour Malaysia Clean Up Beach Plogging Day are among efforts to support the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Balingian Assemblyman, Abdul Yakub Arbi, said several focus areas within the SDG framework were taken into account in these programmes. “Among them

Mukah communities receive government grants RM252,000

MUKAH: Deputy Minister of Economy and Member of Parliament for Mukah, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, recently handed over grants amounting to RM252,000 to recipients in the Mukah parliamentary constituency. According to Hanifah, the allocation was provided by the Sarawak Government and channeled through the Minor Rural Projects (MRP) Phase II

Smart traffic lights for Mukah

MUKAH: The installation project for smart traffic lights at the four-way junction of Jalan Wawasan/Jalan Setia 2 here is expected to be completed by November this year. Tellian assemblyman, Royston Valentine, said the project, valued at more than RM2 million, is under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP). “The main objective

Balingian gets ready for Bederun Festival in September

BALINGIAN: The 2025 Balingian Bederun Festival, which is full of cultural content, traditional sports and local economic activities, will enliven the town of Balingian from Sept 5 to 7. Balingian Melanau Generation Association president and organizing committee co-chairman Hafizzul Abdul Halim said the festival is an iconic Balingian event. “This

Sarawak Wushu team crowned champion

MUKAH: Members of the Mukah Wushu Club triumphantly made Sarawak proud when they emerged as the overall champions in the 4th Legend of Dong Wu Wushu Competition held at the Cyberneon 2025 KSL Esplanade Mall in Klang, Selangor recently. The team, consisting of secondary and primary school students who are

Balingian churches and chapels receive MRP grants

MUKAH: A total of RM29,000 in Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants was distributed by Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi to churches and chapels within the constituency yesterday. Among the recipient churches were St. Peter & Paul Church, Mukah and St. Mary’s Church, Balingian. Other beneficiaries included Sacred Heart Chapel in

IPSS shines at 2025 National Agricultural TVET Carnival

KUCHING: The Sarawak Agricultural Institute Semongok (IPSS) has reaffirmed its excellence with remarkable success at the 2025 National Agricultural TVET Carnival. Represented by a contingent of 31 trainees and staff, IPSS participated in various events including innovation and sports competitions, bringing together agricultural institutions from across the country. The event,

Digitalisation key to advancing retail sector in Sarawak

MUKAH: The digitalisation of the retail sector is one of the key measures in strengthening Malaysia’s domestic trade, particularly in Sarawak. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine emphasised that this was a crucial matter for both traders and consumers. “With the introduction of the Retail Sector Digitalisation Initiative ReDI Travel Programme for

MOE urged to review school allocations for Sarawak  

MUKAH: The Ministry of Education Malaysia MOE has been urged to review its annual school allocations for Sarawak, with concerns raised over insufficient funding, particularly for student participation in competitions beyond district or state borders. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said the current allocation was inadequate, especially for covering travel and