Sunday, 22 March 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Conference shines spotlight on mental health issues facing young

KUCHING: A two-day international conference began here Monday to address mental health challenges facing the younger generation. It is not just about gathering ideas but also a call for collective action by the entire community to support young people who also face such problems, said Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports

Pontianak-Kuching direct flights set to launch Sept 12

KUCHING: The upcoming launch of direct flights between Pontianak and Kuching, expected to commence on September 12, is set to significantly improve regional connectivity while boosting Sarawak’s medical tourism and concert attendance. Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said while no official

MPI extends counselling hours, hosts career carnival on July 26

SIBU: Methodist Pilley Institute (MPI) is extending its course counselling hours on Saturday (July 26) from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm at the campus. Those who wish, especially Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) leavers and those considering furthering their academic journey, are encouraged to come and find out how they can

‘Air Supply’ live performance on Sept 24

KUCHING: Iconic soft rock duo Air Supply is set to perform live at SBC Hall Kuching on September 24 as part of their 50th Anniversary Celebration Tour, promising an unforgettable experience for fans in Sarawak and the wider region. Founded in 1975, Air Supply is internationally renowned for timeless ballads,

State confident Borneo Games will proceed as planned

KUCHING: Despite the current haze affecting Kuching, Sarawak is confident that the Borneo Games, set for September 24 to September 28, will proceed as planned without disruption. Sarawak Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, attributed the temporary haze to a major fire in

Lantern Charity Walk to light up Kuching on Sept 27

KUCHING: The city will soon glow with the warm lights of unity, community spirit and compassion as the Lantern Charity Walk 2025, Reunion in Cat City, takes place on September 27 at the MBKS foyer, starting from 6:00 pm. This meaningful three-kilometre (3-km) fun walk invites participants of all ages

Hope Place reaches out to child in need

KUCHING: Non-governmental organisation (NGO), Hope Place Kuching, recently visited a four-year-old girl, Nor Nadia Talomi, who was diagnosed with failure to thrive and speech delay. Despite her medical condition, Nor Nadia, who is from Kampung Muhibbah, Seberang Pending, remains cheerful and active. Her mother, Edawati, 31, said the journey to

AYS Toastmasters Club holdsLeadership Installation Night

KUCHING: The AZAM Young Souls (AYS) Toastmasters Club, under the guidance of AZAM Sarawak and with full support from the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak (MYSED), successfully held its Leadership Installation Night for the 2025/2026 term on July 19 in Kuching. This meaningful event marked another milestone

Village roads to be upgraded with concrete surfaces

KUCHING: Two village roads in Bintangor will have better access once the concrete road construction project is completed. The roads involved are Jalan Siung Hwrong Sungai Tulai and Jalan Rumah Musa in the Jalan Chai Hing area. This is made possible through the initiative of Deputy Minister of Natural Resources

Magnum sponsors RM45,000 to enliven Kuching Festival

KUCHING: Magnum Bhd (Magnum) has reaffirmed its long-standing partnership with the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) by contributing RM45,000 towards the upcoming Kuching Festival Food Fair 2025. The contribution marks yet another milestone in the collaboration between Magnum and MBKS, a partnership that has spanned over three decades in support