Thursday, 15 January 2026

Author: James Wong

Chong pledges RM35k to equip school with smart classroom

KUCHING: Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen has allocated RM35,000 to SJK Chung Hua Stapok to equip the school with a smart classroom as part of its transformation plan. He said the funding from the Stampin service centre was for the purchase and installation of smart TV equipment to enhance students’

Bureau takeover crucial for S’wak literature preservation

KUCHING: The takeover of the Borneo Literature Bureau (BLB) by the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) is a relevant step in fulfilling Sarawak’s desire to be a developed and high-income state by 2030. DBP Sarawak branch director Abang Haliman Abang Julai said the acquisition, which dates back to 1977, is

Calls to publish bilingual folk stories

KUCHING: National laureate Datuk Dr Anwar Ridhwan has called for increased efforts in publishing Sarawak folk stories in bilingual formats to strengthen cultural preservation and accessibility. He said bilingual storybooks, comprising both the original ethnic languages and Malay translations, in addition to the publication of dictionaries, glossaries and word lists

Lion dance a testament to region’s rich tapestry of traditions

KUCHING: Excitement fills the air as eager crowds gather, eagerly anticipating a spectacle that transcends cultures and brings boundless joy to all who witness it. What draws them here is the enchanting lion dance – a tradition steeped in history and significance. Their eyes eagerly follow the graceful movements of

Paddy purchase floor price raised to RM1,300 per metric tonne

SRI AMAN: The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) today (Feb 8) announced that the floor price for paddy purchases has been set at RM1,300 per metric tonne in Sabah and Sarawak, effective from Feb 15. The announcement was made by Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad

DBKU area recognised as Sarawak Delta Geopark

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that an area within the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) jurisdiction of has been recognised as the Sarawak Delta Geopark. He said this recognition is on par with the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark and Perak Geoparks. “This DBKU area

Infrastructure in DBKU areas to be upgraded

KUCHING: The infrastructure in the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) jurisdiction will undergo significant improvements to support the area’s expanding population. In stressing this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this was part of the state’s long-term plans whereby road widening and improving road connectivity in

Two new KJM formed to foster closer ties

KUCHING: The Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has announced the addition of two new Friendly Neighbourhoods (KJM) here, namely KJM Jalan Menggeris and KJM Permata Sungai. Its mayor Hilmy Othman highlighted the primary objective of the KJM, which is to plan and implement events, activities or social programmes that can

Good omen for Sarawak

KUCHING: Sarawak is poised for significant growth over the next two decades, potentially positioning itself as the most prosperous state in the nation said Feng Shui master Datuk Paduka Master Koh. In making this prediction, he said based on Feng Shui principles and with the commencement of the new Period

NAIM launches prosperity campaign for home buyers

KUCHING: Sarawak’s premier property development company NAIM has launched its Chinese New Year campaign, titled ‘Longevity Home to You,’ from January 15 to March 9, covering key regions like Kuching, Miri, and Bintulu. The official launch, held at George Y Residence on Saturday, featured Mohamad Faisal Ahmad Zaidin, the chief