KUCHING: The Sarawak Dayak Graduates Association (SDGA) has welcomed the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) starting in 2026, calling it a milestone for inclusive education and sustainable talent development in Sarawak. SDGA said FTES reflects the Sarawak government’s strong commitment to widening access to higher education and investing in long-term
KUCHING: The Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) Stampin Branch will be organising a Blood Donation Campaign on Dec 24 (Wednesday) and Dec 26 (Friday) at the Blood Bank, Sarawak General Hospital. The campaign will take place from 9am to noon on both days and is open to members of the public
KUCHING: Most mothers consider their children as their world, caring for them in every way possible. But depression can change daily life, affecting routines and emotions. Lienacus Gabil, 37, a mother of four, lives in Batu Gong with her husband and children aged two to 16. She was diagnosed with
KUCHING: Village Development and Security Committees (JKKK) in Sarawak should organise mass circumcision programmes more frequently during school holidays as such programmes offer many benefits beyond their organisation. Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang said the programmes were not only important for hygiene and health purposes but also brought
KUCHING: Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Kota Sentosa Branch reaffirmed its commitment to unity and grassroots service while celebrating Christmas 2025 in a warm, joyful gathering of comrades recently. The celebration was marked by fellowship, laughter and camaraderie, reflecting the strong bonds among members and reinforcing shared values of dedication,
KUCHING: The spirit of Christmas has brought a festive buzz to Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal and Kuching International Airport, as travellers with luggage in tow make their way home to celebrate with loved ones. For many, the holiday journey goes beyond mere travel. It is a cherished annual ritual –
KUCHING: Angkatan Zaman Mansang (AZAM) Sarawak continues to play an important role in supporting Sarawak’s development, particularly in the fields of tourism, the creative industry and performing arts. Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, said these sectors have now become among the key drivers
KUCHING: The Health Ministry and Public Service Department face pressure to review cuts to Regional Incentive Payment (BIW) allowances amid warnings of worsening doctor shortages in Sabah and Sarawak. BIW is made to Public Service officers who relocate to a different region. Medical leaders warn the decision could undermine efforts
KUCHING: The growing number of scam-related losses reported almost daily in Malaysian newspapers highlights an escalating national crisis demanding immediate and decisive legal reform. From retirees losing life savings to small business owners wiped out overnight, scam cases have become widespread, signalling a systemic failure rather than isolated criminal incidents.
KUCHING: The Malaysian Red Crescent of SJK Chung Hua No. 5 Kuching (Stampin Branch) organised a meaningful gift donation visit to Sarawak Cheshire Home on 16 December 2025, as part of its ongoing commitment to community service and humanitarian values. In conjunction with the Winter Solstice Festival, pupils took part