Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

CENTEXS Commercial, media agencies unite for Aidilfitri takbir

KUCHING: The resounding takbir (vocal expression of proclaiming and magnifying the greatness of Allah in Islam) of Hari Raya Aidilfitri by CENTEXS Commercial, in collaboration with three local media agencies, will echo starting from the first day of Syawal. Managing director Shahren Yusri mentioned that they conducted a recording on

Four-day workweek inevitable but needs study

KUCHING: Workers everywhere, even in Malaysia, continue to hold the view that physical presence at the workplace is a must for productivity. According to Swinburne University of Technology lecturer Donna Barclay Tan, working long hours at the office can be mentally and physically taxing for employees. She said the average

Aim to be overall champions at Sukma, says Karim

KUCHING: Sarawak which will host the 21st edition of the Malaysian Games (Sukma) in 174 days is gearing up for the sporting spectacle. Preparations are well underway for the biggest sporting event in the country said an excited Youth, Sports and Sarawak Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman

Maltodextrin in milk formula hits a sour note

KUALA LUMPUR: Debate seems to be heating up on the usage of maltodextrin, a common carbohydrate additive, in certain toddler milk formulas. It is known to give such formulas on the market for children aged one and above a mildly sweet taste. The inference here is that this may not

NGO helps infant with kidney condition

KUCHING: Hope Place recently extended its support to the Abdul Hamid family in Asajaya. The family sought assistance for their 9-month-old daughter, Nur Aafiah Abdul Hamid, who has been suffering from a kidney blockage that leads to abnormal bloating and vomiting, symptoms that worsen with the intake of excess liquids.

Red Crescent aids, educates needy families

KUCHING: The Welfare, Health & Community Sub-Committee of the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) Miri Branch recently visited two underprivileged families in Permyjaya and Tudan Desaras, offering support and educational talks. Dr. Uma Devi, the chairperson of the Sub-Committee, provided a comprehensive talk focusing on the dangers of plastic use, the

Minister visits one-stop early intervention centre

KUCHING: Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah conducted a courtesy visit to the One-Stop Early Intervention Centre (OSEIC) today. OSEIC is a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme by Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), initially funded with RM4 million, and later taken over by the

Colours of Hope initiative focuses on well-being

KUCHING: In a groundbreaking collaboration, Timberland Medical Centre is joining hands with Pertubuhan Pemulihan Dalam Komuniti (PDK) Sentuhan Kasih Kuching for the upcoming programme, “Colours of Hope: Embracing Abilities through Art,” scheduled for March 1. This initiative focuses on the well-being, empowerment, and integration of individuals with different abilities within

Cousin holds on to Melanau words of wisdom

KUCHING: Mastura Rapaee, a cousin of the late Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud, says she will always remember and cherish the words of advice he gave her. In the Mukah Melanau dialect it goes something like this: “Menak daau berpada-berpada menak jaat kak sekali,” which means “Do good cautiously,

35 teams enter Sarawak Hornbill Team Cup 2024

KUCHING: The Sarawak Hornbill Team Cup 2024 (SHTC24) is scheduled to take place at Megalanes, Batu Kawa here, from March 4 to 9, featuring 35 teams from various states, including Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Kedah, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan, Johor, Sabah, and host Sarawak. Jakarta, Indonesia’s team, will also be participating in this six-day