Monday, 12 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

All contingents confirm participation in Borneo Games

KUCHING: The West Kalimantan and East Kalimantan provinces of Indonesia are not facing any issues in sending their contingents for the upcoming Borneo Games to be held in Sarawak at the end of September. Sarawak’s Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said that

Sarawak stepping up efforts to boost tourism credentials

KUCHING: Sarawak is reinforcing its status as a prominent ecotourism destination in the region, with significant international accomplishments, including efforts to designate Bako National Park and Lambir Hills National Park as ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHP). Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, Datuk Sebastian Ting said Sarawak currently

NREB gains insights on peat fire, haze control in Singapore and Pahang

KUCHING: A delegation from the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Sarawak, led by Deputy State Secretary (Administration) Datuk Buckland Bangik, recently conducted a technical visit to Singapore’s Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre (ASMC), the Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia), and the fire-prone peatland management programme at Kg Cenderawasih and Pekan Permanent

Only guided tours at Bako National Park from 2026

KUCHING: Beginning next year, all visitors to Bako National Park will be required to join a guided tour, said Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting. He said the new policy is designed to provide a more organised and structured experience for visitors while also

Merdeka Day welcomes newborns at KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital

KUCHING: Several families in Kuching celebrated the birth of their newborns at KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital on Merdeka Day.   The hospital’s labour ward saw a mix of spontaneous vaginal deliveries (SVD) and elective lower segment caesarean sections (EL-LSCS), providing a safe and nurturing environment for mothers and their babies.

Kudi withdraws from PRS Youth Chief race, aims for VP post

KUCHING: Baleh assemblyman Nicholas Kudi Jantai has announced his withdrawal from contesting the Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) Youth Chief position at the party’s Triennial Delegates Conference (TDC) this October. Instead, he will be offering himself as a candidate for the PRS Vice President post. Nicholas said the decision was made

Speech delays: Causes, early signs and effective interventions

Part 3 SPEECH and language development is a critical milestone in every child’s life, influencing their ability to communicate, socialise, and engage with the world around them. However, delays in speech and language acquisition are not uncommon. When a child shows signs of delayed communication skills, it can be a

TABIKA Kemas Kpg Rampangi marks National Day with vibrant celebration

KUCHING: The TABIKA Kemas Kampung Rampangi Phase 1 hosted a vibrant celebration on August 29 to mark Malaysia’s National Day. The festivities kicked off with a patriotic performance, featuring children singing Malaysia’s national anthem ‘Negaraku’ alongside ‘Ibu Pertiwiku’ and the ‘Jalur Gemilang’ anthem. “The event saw a meaningful moment with

Riding High: Sarawak’s Cycling Revolution

SARAWAK, once known primarily for its lush rainforests, vibrant culture and natural beauty, has rapidly gained recognition in the global sporting arena, particularly in cycling. In recent years, the sport has evolved from a leisurely pastime into a highly competitive discipline, thanks to concerted efforts by the state government, the

Addressing speech and language delays in children

IN recent years, the issue of speech and language delays among children in Sarawak has been a growing concern. As the numbers of children diagnosed with speech delays continue to rise, the Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, under the leadership of its Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah