Saturday, 14 June 2025

Author: Karen Masing

Kpg Segedup celebrates Hari Raya Aidilaidha in spirit of unity and giving

KUCHING: The spirit of unity and compassion was alive in Kampung Segedup this Hari Raya Aidilaidha as the local community came together for the annual ‘ibadah korban’ and charity distribution programme. As part of the celebration, two cattle were sacrificed and the meat distributed among 14 families in the village,

Leo Forum 2025 inspires bold, visionary youth leaders

KUCHING: A total of 351 delegates from 29 Leo Clubs in Sarawak and seven Leo Clubs from Sabah gathered today for the Lions Club International District 308-A2 Leo Forum 2025. The event was officially opened by Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah,

Sarawak’s ports show significant gains in throughput and profits

SARAWAK’s major ports have continued to serve as key economic drivers across the state in 2024, demonstrating robust performance. This was announced by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas during his ministerial winding-up speech at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting today. Highlighting two key indicators, cargo throughput and

Gov’t urged to speed up flood mitigation efforts

KOTA Sentosa Assemblyman, Wilfred Yap Sau Sin, has urged the state government to fast-track flood mitigation efforts in vulnerable areas and take firm action against the rising issue of copper theft. Speaking during a debate in support of the motion of appreciation for the Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri

Sarawak signs up for award winning conservation tourism model

KUCHING: Sarawak has embarked on an ambitious journey to elevate its ecotourism sector with the signing of a landmark 20- year concession agreement between Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) and Sutera Sanctuary Lodges (SSL). Under this agreement, SSL will assume management and oversee the enhancement of tourism services at Niah National

Metadise to represent Malaysia at global AR expo

KUCHING: Sarawak-based tech startup Metadise has reached a major milestone as it prepares to represent Malaysia at the prestigious Augmented World Expo (AWE) in California next month. The company was selected by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) to showcase its immersive metaverse project, “Tech Me To Sarawak,” on the

Healthy Athletes Programme benefits 358 participants

KUCHING: A total of 358 athletes participating in the Seventh Special Olympics Sarawak State Games underwent health screenings today under the Healthy Athletes Programme held at the Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre. The screenings aimed to identify undiagnosed health conditions among individuals with intellectual disabilities. Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development

Creative industry players urged to tap into underused grants

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak Datuk Snowdan Lawan has called on entrepreneurs and cultural groups involved in food, handicrafts, and the arts to take full advantage of the funding opportunities provided under his ministry. He noted that several of the available grants remain underutilised, adding

Kaul Mukah concert celebrates musical diversity

MUKAH: A celebration of music, culture and shared identity is set to take place this Sunday (April 27) as ‘Konsert Malam Perpaduan: Rhythm of Unity’ returns to the Kaul Mukah festival stage. Organised by Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS), the concert, taking place at the main stage of Tapak Kaul, promises

Faith, unity and service at heart of 218th Police Day in Sarawak

KUCHING: More than 1,000 police personnel, retirees, and their families came together at St. Peter’s Church today in a meaningful ceremony to mark the 218th Police Day for the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Sarawak contingent. The event was held as part of an annual tradition to foster unity, appreciation, and