KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim appointed Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, known for his economic expertise and experience with Petronas and the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), as the Second Minister of Finance. Political observer Datuk Peter Minos said that Amir’s appointment comes at a crucial time as the
BY FASIHA KHUSHIRI and NEVILLE TIMOTHY SENDERS KUCHING: A collection of poems and paintings aptly titled ‘Life Senses’ has been launched to celebrate the gift of life. “In the serenade of these poems, we shall embark on a journey of introspection and revelation, delving into the intricate emotions, profound connections,
KUCHING: In a tragic incident, 33-year-old Mohamad Syafiq Mohamad Ali Hanaffian suffered severe burns while attempting to rescue a 6-year-old boy from a house fire in Batu Kawa. Despite Syafiq’s selfless act, the fire proved too intense, leaving him with third-degree burns covering 75 per cent of his body. After
KUCHING: The Al Bait Leadership Foundation (YKAB), in collaboration with the Sarawak Baitulmal Fund (TBS), Sarawak Al Bait Cooperative Berhad (KOOPBAIT), and Your Choice Cafe, has launched the Al Bait Leadership Foundation’s Wellbeing Serving Project, an initiative providing free meals, especially to the asnaf community. Datuk Abang Mohd Shibli Abang
MATU: A total of 82 students, including six special education students, were celebrated at the Majlis Khatam Al-Quran ceremony held at the SK Bawang Tian’s hall in Kampung Tian on Wednesday. The annual school event, organised collaboratively by the school and the Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG), aims to instill a love
KUCHING: The recent surge in Covid-19 cases has prompted growing concerns among health professionals. To gain insights into this alarming trend, New Sarawak Tribune engaged in conversations with doctors, seeking their expert opinions and advice. The focus of these discussions revolves around whether the government should consider re-implementing mask mandates
KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has reiterated that Sarawak will retain the youth age limit at 40 years, despite the federal government’s decision to lower it to 30 years. Abdul Karim, who is the Sarawak Minister for Youth, Sport and Entrepreneur Development, also highlighted Sarawak’s autonomy in deciding
KUCHING: As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, Executive College proudly announces the launch of an unprecedented free education programme, along with a series of open days scheduled for Dec 9, 10, 16 and 17. This historic initiative underscores the college’s dedication to expanding access to quality education. “For a
Hoping for inclusive holiday travel KUCHING: In the midst of the festive season, the discourse surrounding Christmas airfares is multifaceted, influenced by the varied financial landscapes of travellers. The perception of these fares hinges on factors like budget flexibility, early bookings and promotional opportunities. Divergent opinions emerge, with some acknowledging
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has announced plans to construct a new road leading to Telaga Air. This development, as revealed by the Deputy Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications Datuk Dr. Abdul Rahman Junaidi, aims to facilitate easier visitor access and stimulate local socio-economic growth. During the Telaga Air Regatta Festival