KUCHING: Sarawak has asked the Malaysian Aviation Group (MAG) to look into the possibility of operating selected direct international routes to the state. Alternatively it should consider having fly-through arrangements with the state, said Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. He made the request when a MAG delegation
KUCHING: To tackle congestion on Jalan Diplomatik and the Yayasan Sarawak/Mardi roundabout, especially during peak hours, the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has rolled out alternative routes. DBKU mayor Hilmy Othman said several contributing factors to the congestion have been identified and he outlined collaborative efforts with the Royal Malaysian
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy is offering enticing rewards to subscribers of its e-Bill service, in a bid to encourage customers to embrace this digital transition. In a statement today (Jan 30), the e-Bill subscribers will be automatically entered into quarterly lucky draws. “250 lucky winners will be chosen each quarter, and
KUCHING: Menstruation, a natural aspect of a woman’s reproductive health, is often shrouded in societal taboos and misconceptions. The Kotex She Can project is fostering open conversations about menstruation to create a society where period stigma has no place. By establishing an environment that encourages open conversations, the Kotex She
KUCHING: Menstruation is a normal process that needs to be acknowledged by all segments of society, including men, to remove the stigma associated with it. Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said there is a need to enhance understanding among the public so that women can
KUCHING: The proposed abolition of the pension scheme for civil servants has raised various viewpoints. Some may see it as a move to review the cost and effectiveness of the pension system, while others may worry about the impact on the well-being of civil servants. Opinions on this matter can
KUCHING: The allure of civil service, known for stable incomes and career security, plays a significant role in the economic landscape. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Dr. Dzul Hadzwan Husaini said that a workforce drawn to public sector employment plays a crucial role in ensuring continuous and efficient delivery of
KUCHING: The request from the Village Development and Security Committee of Gersik, Boyan and Sourabaya for the provision of parking spaces around the village’s commercial area is awaiting approval from the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU). Deputy Minister of Telecommuncation and Utility, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi revealed that the
KUCHING: The Permaidani Kampung Boyan, Gersik and Sourabaya (BGS) Business Square is set to become a new tourist attraction. Sarawak Deputy Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications, Datuk Dr. Abdul Rahman Junaidi, stated that these two food courts would undoubtedly boost the tourism industry in the city of Kuching. “With landmarks
KUCHING: The pedestrian pathway under Darul Hana Bridge, next to Dataran Ibu Pertiwi, is temporarily closed to the public. Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) mayor Hilmy Othman said the closure was to protect the electrical and mechanical equipment of the musical fountain. “If there is a need to reopen the
