Wednesday, 7 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Gifted Arts Exhibition displays works of 12 special needs artists

KUCHING: The Gifted Arts Exhibition celebrating the artistic and creative talents of special children and adults is being held at Plaza Merdeka here. This time the exhibition, which runs until October 5, features the works of 12 talented artists, all of whom live with special needs. “Their creativity and determination

Early bird tickets on sale for ‘Konsert Fenomena Samurai’

KUCHING: The public can now get early bird tickets for ‘Konsert Fenomena Samurai’, which will feature two legendary Malaysian rock bands, Search and XPDC. The concert is scheduled to take place at Sarawak Stadium here on December 13, with early bird ticket prices starting at RM90 (Bronze), RM104 (Free Standing),

Search and XPDC to stage concert on Dec 13

KUCHING: Two of Malaysia’s legendary rock bands, Search and XPDC, are set to electrify fans at Stadium Sarawak on December 13. The ‘Fenomena Samurai’ Concert holds out much promise of nostalgia, surprises, and the unmatched aura of rock veterans. XPDC will take the stage with its iconic line-up, Izo, Lola,

Ministry offers event funding to boost tourism and arts

KUCHING: The Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts is prepared to assist event organisers with funding to ease cost burdens, particularly for events with the potential to attract visitors to the State. Its Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said such support is important in reviving

Suara 2.0 engages youth in state development dialogue

KUCHING: The much-anticipated Suara 2.0 is set to return, marking the second edition of the pioneering youth engagement programme that first debuted successfully in January 2022. Designed to inspire and empower Sarawakian youth, Suara provides a vital platform for young people to play an active role in shaping the future

Sarawak sets golden SOPMA goal

KUCHING: Sarawak is setting its sights on eight gold medals at the 22nd Malaysian Deaf Games (SOPMA) 2025, with high hopes pinned on tenpin bowling, a sport long regarded as the state’s traditional powerhouse. The host state is fielding a 73-member contingent comprising 47 athletes and 26 officials. In total,

Revisit Nanga Jela at Telang Usan Hotel on Saturday

KUCHING: A special panel discussion titled Pemulai ke Nanga Jela: Return to Nanga Jela will take place at 4pm this Saturday (Oct 4) at Telang Usan Hotel, here. The event, jointly organised by Friends of Sarawak Museum (FoSM), Sarawak Heritage Society (SHS), and Sarawak Dayak Graduates Association (SDGA), is free

Youth participation key to future of cooperative movement

BANGI: The future of the cooperative movement belongs to the youth – this was the central message at the International Cooperative Conference (ICC) 2025, which officially opened on Tuesday (Sept 30) at Tenera Hotel, Bandar Baru Bangi. Organised by the Co-operative Institute of Malaysia (IKMa) under the Ministry of Entrepreneur

Opening of MIS school due to growing demand

KUCHING: A growing demand for Islamic primary education has prompted the opening of the Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) Primary Religious School No. 2 Kuching, which will be officially launched this Friday by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Regional Development Agency

Author reminds media of need for accuracy, integrity

KUCHING: Writers and journalists must bear a heavy responsibility to ensure accuracy and integrity in their work. In stating this local author Shahrina Ahmad Sharkawi, said this is because whatever is written would be subject to question again and again. “Don’t forget, in the hereafter we will also be questioned.