Friday, 26 December 2025

Author: James Wong

Petronas delegation visits NREB

KUCHING: The Sarawak Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) welcomed a delegation from Petronas which was on a courtesy visit on Monday (Sept 11). The delegation was led by senior general manager of Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd-Sarawak Asset Anuar Ismali and Sarawak-Sabah Operations Gas Pipeline (SSGP) general manager Chin Wee

Petronas delegation visits NREB

KUCHING: The Sarawak Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) welcomed a delegation from Petronas which was on a courtesy visit on Monday (Sept 11). The delegation was led by senior general manager of Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd-Sarawak Asset Anuar Ismali and Sarawak-Sabah Operations Gas Pipeline (SSGP) general manager Chin Wee

Smooth ride leaves media bowled over

BY JAMES WONG & ELEAZAR BARRICK PETER KUCHING: The second stage of the Proof of Concept (POC) test for the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) Hydrogen Vehicle (H2V) has received praise for its impressive performance and potential impact on Sarawak’s transport system. As this public transport transformation undergoes its first-time testing

Sarawak leads in religious harmony model

BAU: Sarawak is leading the way in promoting harmony among various religious groups, setting an example for other states in Malaysia. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said this can be seen in the creation of the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR), which works to strengthen ties between different religious communities.

Look out for anai-anai, cautions Dr Sim

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has urged all the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) to watch out for ‘anai-anai’ (termites) as they can disrupt unity and stability in the coalition. He said it is necessary to remain vigilant as there will always be ‘anai-anai’ in the state’s

Deputy Minister initiates incentives to tackle school absenteeism and dropouts

KUCHING: Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi is committed to addressing the pressing issues of school absenteeism and dropout rates within his Pantai Damai constituency. He expressed his intention to closely collaborate with the local education bureau and the consensus body, including teachers, to confront these concerns directly. “Absenteeism involves students

Former MBKS deputy mayor now eighth DBKU mayor

KUCHING: Hilmy Othman was sworn in as the eighth Kuching North City Council (DBKU) mayor. He previously served as Kuching South City Council (MBKS) deputy mayor for seven years. His appointment as the eighth DBKU mayor is historic, as he is the first individual to be appointed with a background

Delicious delights await at food fiesta

KUCHING: The Kenyalang Food Fiesta 2023 presents a plethora of choices with 92 stalls set up at the carpark near Pandalela Rinong Aquatic Centre here. Running from August 30 to September 3, this event offers a wide range of unique delicacies, from popular dishes to indigenous cuisine. New Sarawak Tribune

Kuching Food Festival DBKU-style?

KUCHING: Datuk Snowdan Lawan has expressed his support for Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) in hosting its own version of the Kuching Food Festival. The Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts said, “The Kuching Food Festival organised by Kuching South City Council (MBKS) earlier on was visited