BINTULU: Everrise officially opened its Medan Jaya outlet today, marking the grocer’s 20th store nationwide and its first presence in Bintulu. The opening reinforces Everrise’s commitment to quality and value, offering residents a seamless shopping experience alongside a carefully curated mix of local and imported products. Chief Executive Officer, Melody
KUCHING: A total of 59 SeDidik teachers have gained certification to implement early intervention via digital platforms among preschool children. The Training of Trainers (TOT) certificates were awarded by TOY8. Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said training teachers is crucial to ensure the
KUCHING: Education should prioritise adjustment and enjoyment rather than immediate academic pressure for six-year-old entering Year One in 2027. This will bring about a smoother transition into formal schooling with gradual adaptation. “For Year One education in 2027, children should not be pressured academically at all. This phase should focus
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) launched an initiative aimed at cultivating creativity, cultural appreciation and artistic confidence among schoolchildren. The “Nurturing Young Hearts Through Calligraphy” programme brings together councillors, calligraphy artists, teachers, parents and students. MBKS Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the initiative reflects the council’s commitment to
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has adopted a proactive approach by providing designated sites for the sale of seasonal fruits to assist local traders in conducting their businesses in an orderly manner, while also preventing traffic disruptions, pedestrian congestion and public cleanliness issues. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said
KUCHING: Malaysia will introduce a newly structured national identity card beginning June 2026, featuring enhanced security measures and improved durability. The new identity card incorporates 53 security features, including QR code verification allowing authorities to instantly authenticate card legitimacy through secure digital inspection systems. “This new card significantly strengthens security
KUCHING: A total of 183 citizenship applications were tabled at the meeting of the Sarawak State-level Special Committee on Citizenship Status (JKKSK) Article 15A here. Of the total, 108 applications fall under the category of illegitimate children, children under guardianship (70 cases) and adopted children (five cases). Women, Childhood and
KUCHING: A lean organisational structure must be maintained despite the increasing scope of work and responsibilities within government departments. Sarawak State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the public service must operate in a slimmer structure to ensure the sector continues to function effectively. “We receive many requests
KUCHING: The Sarawak Islamic Council (SIC) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening public service delivery, halal governance and future-ready policies following an engagement session with state leadership. The session was attended by Sarawak State Secretary, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, who had outlined the state’s new 3R-based work culture aimed
KUCHING: Officers from the Sarawak Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) will have the opportunity to participate in overseas university training programmes in the future. Sarawak State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the initiative aims to enhance the skills of civil servants in addressing the increasingly complex challenges of