Saturday, 31 January 2026

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

Mukah Wushu Camp builds young talent

MUKAH: Participants of the Mukah Division Wushu Taolu and Wushu Sanda Camp 2025 are encouraged to fully utilise the opportunity to gain valuable experience throughout the duration of the camp. Tellian assemblyman, Royston Valentine, stated that the knowledge and exposure acquired during the camp should be maximised. “This is to

Empowering rural communities

DALAT: The PETRONAS Empowering Knowledge Programme is an initiative aimed at promoting educational development and empowering communities, particularly in rural areas. Managing director and chief executive officer of the Malaysia LNG Group of Companies, Mohamed Syazwan Abdullah @ Laga Jenggi, said the programme reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to prioritising

Fatimah: Education a shared responsibility, not just schools

DALAT: The importance of education must be stressed by all parties, not just schools alone, says Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. Speaking at the Petronas Empowering Knowledge: MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme at SK Sungai Kut Tengah yesterday, she said education has the power to transform lives. “Access to education today is

Kaul Serahang Kakan celebrated with great festivity

MUKAH: The traditional Melanau ceremony here, known as Kaul Serahang Kakan, was celebrated with great festivity yesterday morning. Starting as early as 7:00 am, villagers gathered at the jetty before boarding boats to journey along the Tellian River towards the Kaul Serahang Kakan site at Kala Dana Beach. Traditional Melanau

SMK Agama Igan teachers’ quarters project completed ahead of schedule

IGAN: The construction project involving 17 additional teachers’ quarters and supporting facilities at SMK Agama Igan has been completed more than a year ahead of schedule. Works Minister, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, said the project is part of the government’s initiative to provide comprehensive and conducive residential and infrastructure

SPM results open paths to skills or academia

MUKAH: The Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) results serve as a benchmark for every student in determining their future. Tellian assemblyman, Royston Valentine, noted that once students receive their SPM results, it is up to them to choose their path. “Generally, there are two options – to pursue skills training or

Warisan Vaie crowned ‘bermukun’ champion

MUKAH: Warisan Vaie Group was crowned the champion of the bermukun (a performing arts tradition that combines dance, drumming, and counter-poetry) competition held in conjunction with Kaul Mukah 2025 at the Kaul Festival Site, recently. Representing the Bintulu Melanau Association, the group took home a cash prize of RM2,000, along

CENTEXS Dalat ready by year-end

MUKAH: The new Sarawak Centre of Technical Excellence (CENTEXS) Dalat is expected to be fully completed by the end of this year. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said a variety of exciting programmes would be offered at the centre, including the establishment of a

RM100mln development project set to transform Tellian

MUKAH: A development project worth RM100 million will be implemented in the Tellian state constituency, serving as a key catalyst for the socioeconomic transformation of the area. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine affirmed his commitment to bringing significant changes to Mukah. “Although there are many challenges to face, especially since this

Positive development requires unified effort

MUKAH: The cooperation of all parties is essential to ensure that development in any area progresses smoothly. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine emphasised the importance of ensuring that development positively impacts the community. “If a development brings about positive effects, then many parties will benefit — not just one. “In Mukah,