KUCHING: Members of the public have expressed their concern over the 36 per cent increase in the price of imported white rice as announced by Padiberas Nasional Bhd (Bernas). Bernas announced that the price of imported white rice has increased from RM2,350 per metric tonne to RM3,200 from Friday (Sept 1).
KUCHING: It’s second time lucky for Fateeha Nasleen Suhailin when she won the national-level RTM Bintang Kecil here last night (Sept 3). The 12-year old from Keningau, better known by her stage name as Kiki, sang a Nikki Palikat original, ‘Sudah’, winning the hearts of the judges and the audience.
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan has held discussions on a China company’s intent to invest in galvanised steel sheets and colour coated steel sheets in Sarawak. He held a meeting with Liu Jie, president of Hebei Yanbo Colour Coated Sheets Co, Ltd during his official visit
KUCHING: The idea of having our own state currency requires a comprehensive study before any decisions can be made. Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the government needs to concentrate on making Malaysia’s economy better. She highlighted the importance of identifying effective methods to
KUCHING: The notion of Sarawak introducing its own currency has raised questions about its economic viability, with an expert suggesting that such a move must be supported by robust fiscal and monetary policies. Economist Datuk Dr Madeline Berma has highlighted that the primary objective behind introducing a new currency in
KUCHING: Datuk Snowdan Lawan is calling upon Music Right Sarawak Berhad (MRSB) to play a more proactive role as Sarawak’s local music industry experiences rapid growth. As the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries, and Performing Arts, he stressed Sarawak’s commitment to managing the collection and equitable distribution of royalties
KUCHING: The Society for Critically Sick Children (S.O.S Kids) hosted over 30 individuals to a fundraiser called “Eat For A Purpose” at Ocho by Kyujin on Thursday. The event, the first of many, aimed to raise RM200,000 in conjunction with the society’s 10th anniversary. Every plate was curated based on
KUCHING: No concerns arise regarding hosting events such as the 10th Malaysia Independent Chinese Secondary Schools (MICSS) Ball Games, as Sarawak aims to become a strong contender in both sports and tourism in the country. The championship is scheduled from August 27 to 31. About 1,700 students from 43 schools
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KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 59 representatives from various associations and clubs received grants amounting to RM220,000 from Stakan assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Ibrahim on Sunday (Aug 27). He said the grant is expected to help the clubs and associations under the Stakan constituency. “Hopefully, with this assistance, the recipients will