Thursday, 19 March 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

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

272 students graduate from Matang Vocational College

KUCHING: Cheers of joy echoed in the Matang Vocational College Hall as 272 graduates from 10 academic programmes took to the stage to receive their Malaysian Vocational Certificate (SVM) for Cohort 2023 today. Dr Shah Jahan Assanarkutty, Deputy Senior Director of the Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Curriculum and Programme

Buceros’ Rising Cycling Star: Afif Darwysh

IN the world of competitive sport, athletes often emerge from humble beginnings, carried forward by discipline, family support, and expert coaching. One such rising star is Afif Darwysh Mohamad Nazir, a cyclist steadily making his name under the guidance of the Buceros Cycling Team, a Kuching-based team who champions on

When words don’t come: Understanding speech delay 

FOR parents, the joy of hearing their child say “mama” or “daddy” is a moment they would cherish forever, a small word carrying immeasurable love, proof that their child is beginning to find their voice in the world. But for some families, that moment does not arrive as expected. The

Borderland Music Festival set for top-tier performances

KUCHING: The Borderland Music Festival 2025 will take place on Sept 5-6 at the Sarawak Cultural Village, bringing together a spectacular blend of Electronic Dance Music (EDM) and Sarawak’s rich indigenous heritage. The festival, which is Sarawak’s very own homegrown EDM event, has grown significantly in popularity since its inception

Bantu Sarawak to hold Sarawak AeroBig Day

KUCHING: People have been urged to come out and support non-governmental organisation Bantu Sarawak which is planning to hold Sarawak AeroBig Day events across the state. Billed as the largest charity aerobics event in Sarawak, a special registration promotion was held during the AeroBig Leisure Day at MyDin Petra Jaya