Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Clarks opens new store at AEON Kuching

KUCHING: As part of its global 200th anniversary celebration, renowned British footwear brand Clarks has officially opened its second store in the city. The new outlet, located at AEON Kuching, marks the brand’s 26th store in Malaysia, underscoring its commitment to growing its presence in East Malaysia. “We are thrilled

Hero Maths Final showcases young talent

KUCHING: The closing ceremony of the Hero Mathematics Final Competition – Piala Dato Sri Roland Sagah 2025 was held with great success, bringing together 1,448 primary school students from 111 schools across Kuching, Samarahan and Serian. The event was officiated by Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD),

Waste disposal, a global challenge that requires collective actions

KUCHING: Environmental education is viewed as a crucial factor in shaping a new generation that is more responsible for the planet’s sustainability. According to Datuk Len Talif Salleh, Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment of Sarawak, this approach also has the potential to correct wasteful habits and

Sustainability education to nurture green culture

KUCHING: With an investment of RM13.7 million last year, Sarawak is intensifying its efforts to introduce sustainability education into classrooms through the establishment of Environmental Lovers Clubs (PALS) in schools across the state. Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, said the initiative aims to nurture a young generation

Sarawak targets 500,000 skilled workers by 2030

KUCHING: Sarawak is setting its sights on developing a future-ready workforce by targeting the creation of 500,000 skilled workers by the year 2030. Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, said that human capital development is now a central focus for the state, driven

Purrfect Studio hosts punk rock event on June 28

KUCHING: Get ready for a night of fast riffs, raw energy, and sing-along anthems as Purrfect Goes Punk Vol.1 takes over Purrfect Studio this Saturday (June 28). Starting at 7.30pm, this one-night-only gig promises a raucous celebration of punk rock and pop punk sounds, featuring a line-up of both legendary

Ministry launches SMART drive to empower rural communities

KUCHING: The Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, in collaboration with Sarawak Skills, has launched the 2025 Sustainable Modern Agriculture Through Rural Technopreneurship (SMART) programme. This initiative is part of the Rural ICT Training and Development Programme, aimed at empowering rural communities through exposure to smart agriculture and

Worrying drug abuse trend warrants vape ban

SIBU: The Sibu Division Drug Eradication Action Council (MTMD) Meeting No. 1/25 has unanimously expressed its solidarity in support of the vape ban here and Sarawak in general. According to Sibu Resident and Chairman of the MTMD Sibu Division meeting, Abang Mohammad Porkan Abang Budiman, the current drug abuse situation

Curtin students gain insights into hospitality sector

MIRI: In an effort to connect academic learning with real-world business practices, marketing students from Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) embarked on an industry visit to Mercure Hotel Miri, recently. During the visit they gained first hand exposure to cutting-edge hospitality marketing strategies and digital tools shaping the industry. Organised

SDNU donates necessities to fire victims

SIBU: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) Sibu has stepped forward to show solidarity and compassion for the residents of Rumah Jonathan Budun, Tanjung Penasu, who lost their longhouse to a devastating fire on Monday evening (June 16). In a tragic turn of events, the nine-door longhouse was completely engulfed