Wednesday, 30 July 2025

Author: Jacintha Jolene

Narakng Parade showcases Bidayuh Salako Rara community’s cultural heritage

LUNDU: The Narakng Parade has become a significant platform for showcasing the cultural heritage of the Bidayuh Salako Rara community to the wider public. According to Richi Richardson, Vice President of Kelab Jejak Warisan dan Khazanah Salako Rara, the parade, which moves from village to village, is a symbolic journey

GS30 hybrid paddy shows high yield potential

LUNDU: The GS30 hybrid paddy variety in Tanjung Purun has demonstrated impressive yield potential, says Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. The 187-hectare paddy site in Tanjung Purun, planted with this variety, has shown a maximum yield potential of 12 to 14

Agricultural sector urged to embrace modern technologies

LUNDU: The agricultural sector must embrace modern technologies supported by proper infrastructure in order to achieve the desired level of productivity. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the ministry is committed to creating a complete supply chain to ensure that agricultural

Tragic road accident involving students:  JKR urged to step in and provide relevant advice

KUCHING: The Public Works Department (JKR) and the highway maintenance concessionaire have been directed to provide technical advice and assistance following the tragic accident on the Gerik-Jeli East-West Highway (JRTB) involving a bus carrying students from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) earlier today. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi

Hartanah Kenyalang opens flat on ACE Market debut

KUCHING: Hartanah Kenyalang Berhad (Hartanah Kenyalang) made its debut on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad today, successfully listing 620 million shares and raising RM19.3 million from its initial public offering (IPO). The funds raised will support the company’s expansion plans, with RM3 million allocated for the purchase

Sarawak trials feedlot farming using palm oil by-products

KUCHING: Sarawak has introduced a feedlot farming system that utilises palm oil industry by-products as livestock feed, aiming to stabilise the price of local beef. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this system could help reduce Sarawak’s reliance on imported cattle from Australia, which currently incurs

Tengku Zafrul’s PKR move sparks Cabinet shakeup speculation

KUCHING: Amid growing speculation over an upcoming Cabinet reshuffle, political analyst, Professor Dr Novel Lyndon, predicts that the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) is likely to retain control of the two ministerial posts currently left vacant. However, he noted that the situation could take an unexpected turn following the recent application

Possible cabinet reshuffle to elevate key allies

KUCHING: The possible cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration is seen as a strategic move to consolidate his inner circle and elevate key allies into influential positions. According to political analyst Dr Ammar Redza Ahmad Rizal, figures such as Selangor Menteri Besar and Gombak MP Datuk

Sighting of Bornean clouded leopard a positive sign

KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has deployed a SWAT team to assess the current situation following the recent sighting of a Bornean clouded leopard (Neofelis diardi borneensis), which went viral on social media after being recorded in Matu, Mukah. Controller of Wildlife and general manager of SFC, Abang Arabi

Let Anwar decide who should replace Rafizi, Nik Nazmi: Political analyst

KUCHING: The decision to appoint successors for Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi rests solely with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, as both positions fall under Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR)’s quota. Political analyst Dr. Lee Kuok Tiung noted that there are rumours suggesting former minister Khairy Jamaluddin, popularly known as