Friday, 19 September 2025

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Kelly Group contributes aid worth RM10,000 for the needy

KUCHING: Hope Place Kuching recently received a generous contribution from the Kelly Group, a well-known local philanthropist group that has long supported the welfare organisation. Led by Kelly Lau, members of the Kelly Group personally handed over their donation at Satok Road here to Hope Place’s founder, Kelvin Wan. The

Home grown EV charging infrastructure to be conceived

KUCHING: Sarawak is poised to strengthen its role as a regional leader in green mobility through the creation of Malaysia’s first full-fledged electric vehicle (EV) charger assembly line. The project will be developed by Sarawak Economic Development Corporation’s energy arm, SEDC Energy (SEDCE), in partnership with Amcharge Sdn Bhd. This

Sarawak Bookfair returns from Sept 27 to Oct 5

KUCHING: The much-anticipated Sarawak Bookfair 2025 will return to The Hills, Kuching, from this September 27 to October 5, offering nine days of book bargains, knowledge-sharing sessions, and family-friendly activities designed to make reading a lifestyle for Sarawakians. The fair is organised to promote a love of reading, increase access

Sarawakians must cultivate a reading culture

KUCHING: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak’s Chief Executive Officer, Japri Bujang Masli, stated that broad-based knowledge is now an essential requirement that would enable Sarawakians to add value in an economy driven by creativity and innovation. He pointed out that cultivating a strong reading habit must become a shared responsibility if Sarawak

Teachers’ union expresses gratitude to the Premier

KUCHING: The Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) expressed its deepest gratitude to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr Abang Johari Tun Openg, for officiating the union’s 60th Diamond Jubilee Celebration and announcing key initiatives to support educators across the state. “We feel truly fortunate and moved by the Premier’s announcement that

Beting Maro Carnival ends on high note

BELADIN: The Beting Maro Carnival (KBM) 2025 concluded on a high note at Dataran Temenggung Kadir, Beladin, on Sunday. The closing ceremony was officiated by Beting Maro assemblyman Razaili Gapor. The programme, which ran from Sept 6 to 14 was described as bringing significant benefits to the community around the

Kabong’s housing, town extension projects ahead of schedule

KABONG: Two major development projects in Kabong – the Affordable Housing Project under the Village Expansion Scheme (SPK) at Kampung Hulu Kabong and the Kabong New Town Extension – are progressing ahead of schedule, according to the Land Custody and Development Authority (LCDA). Implemented under the state’s People’s Project initiative,

Youths tell what Malaysia Day means to them

AS the nation observes Malaysia Day, young Sarawakians took time out to give their take on how the nation’s founding ideals continue to inspire them. For many, the occasion is not only about remembering history, but also about reflecting on their hopes, dreams and responsibilities as citizens. From unity and

Hetty Koes Endang thrills Miri crowd, concert raises funds for cancer support

MIRI: Indonesian legendary singing icon Hetty Koes Endang wowed thousands of fans with her performance at the Hetty Koes Endang & Friends concert at Miri Indoor Stadium here, last night (Sept 14). The 67-year-old diva, fondly known as Bunda Hetty, delivered an electrifying show filled with passion and emotional depth,

Malaysia Day Fun Walk brings together Satok community

KUCHING: The vibrant streets of Satok came alive early this morning as more than 600 participants joined the inaugural Malaysia Day Fun Walk Satok Edition 1.0, a community event celebrating Malaysia Day through health, unity and patriotic spirit. Flagging off at the Datuk Amar Juma’ani Bridge at 6.00 am, the