Thursday, 18 December 2025

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Japanese consulting firm organises renewable energy forum in Sarawak

KUCHING: A renewable energy (RE) forum themed ‘When the Hornbill and Mount Fuji Get Together’ will be held on November 26. The event, organised by Yamada Consulting and Spire Pte Ltd, will take place at the Majestic Hotel from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., featuring an opening speech by the

Kota Sentosa Christmas Parade on Nov 29

KUCHING: The Kota Sentosa Christmas Parade 3.0 will bring festive cheer and togetherness to the community on November 29. Organised by the Sarawak Evangelical Christian Association (SECA) and the Association of Churches Sarawak (ACS), the celebration will take place at Dewan Perniagaan Batu 7, Kota Sentosa. Chairman of SECA and

Senior citizen living alone in dilapidated house gets NGO’s help

KUCHING: A 70-year-old woman living alone in a severely dilapidated house at Kampung Merdang Lumut has received assistance from local non-government organisation (NGO) Hope Place Kuching following concerns raised by the village’s Jawatankuasa Kemajuan dan Keselamatan Kampung (JKKK). The beneficiary, identified as Lily Apok, has been living by herself for

Keep the peace and harmony, KDN reminds media

KUCHING: Restoring peace is far more difficult than maintaining it, hence it is imperative that no one takes for granted the prevailing peace in the country. In this respect, the media, on its part, must therefore strictly comply with Home Ministry (KDN) guidelines and the Printing Presses and Publications Act

KDN: Drug-themed clothing designs may be considered promotion of narcotics

KUCHING: Any clothing design or product that displays drug-related imagery or closely resembles real narcotics motifs can be considered as promoting illegal substances, potentially leading to enforcement action, including seizure and arrest. Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) Sarawak director Asydidi Hamzah said that although some may view such motifs as

KDN–media engagement boosts understanding of reporting guidelines

KUCHING: A strong working relationship between the media and the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) is crucial to ensure media organisations clearly understand the guidelines and responsibilities involved in producing accurate and accountable reporting. Sarawak Tribune and Suara Sarawak chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Dr Jeniri Amir said the engagement

Sarawak to launch performing arts centre by 2027

KUCHING: Sarawak is set to open a performing arts centre by the end of 2026 or early 2027, providing a dedicated venue for cultural performances, dance, music, and other arts activities. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the development of the centre

Sarawak Arts Festival eyes annual spot on tourism calendar

KUCHING: The Sarawak Arts Festival is being considered for inclusion in the Sarawak Tourism Calendar as an annual event to give it a distinct identity among the state’s prestigious programmes. Sarawak Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the move would help

Construction of centres expedited to meet tourists influx

KUCHING: The construction of the Sarawak Crafts Centre and Gastronomy Centre is expected to be expedited due to the increasing number of tourists visiting the region. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said both centres are crucial to completing the tourist experience

World Eco-Fiber and Textile Forum set for bigger international platform

KUCHING: Sarawak plans to elevate the World Eco-Fiber and Textile (WEFT) Forum into a larger global platform after this year’s participation. The 2025 edition, which welcomed delegates from 20 countries, demonstrated strong international interest in eco-fiber and textile heritage. “Building on this momentum, the state is laying groundwork to grow