Author: Karen Masing

Mayor’s outstanding contributions earn him JCI Senatorship

KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng received the prestigious Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senatorship in recognition of his outstanding contributions to leadership development and community service. The lifetime honour was presented to him during the 70th JCI Kuching Installation and Awards Night at Theatre Hotel,

CUEPACS Sarawak embraces more traditional approach to ‘bubur pedas’ programme

KUCHING: The Congress of Union of Employess in the Public and Civil Services Malaysia (CUEPACS) Sarawak launched its annual ‘Ihya Ramadan Bubur Pedas’ programme here today. The initiative, officiated by Sarawak Deputy Federal Secretary, Mohamad Anuardi Hajani, aims to foster social harmony while preserving the State’s rich cultural heritage. Organised

Kapitans bring festive cheer to the underprivileged

KUCHING: In a bid to support the less fortunate ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, community leaders have distributed new ‘baju raya’ and essential supplies to underprivileged individuals. The initiative aims to ensure that those facing hardship can celebrate the festive season with dignity. The recipients, currently housed in a shelter

Unity, tolerance key to harmony

KUCHING: Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) has reiterated its call for all Malaysians to embrace unity, respect, and understanding, particularly in matters of religious beliefs, customs, and traditions. YPS chief executive Datuk Aloysius Dris echoed Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Dagang’s recent remarks on the need to curb religious provocation

Early-bird tickets for Rainforest World Music Festival 2025 now available

KUCHING: The countdown has begun for the Rainforest World Music Festival 2025. It is set to be even bigger following last year’s record-breaking attendance of 26,000 people. Early-bird tickets are now available from March 8 until 31. It offers music enthusiasts, cultural aficionados and eco-conscious travellers the chance to secure

Kolok mee included in this year’s 12,000 Sumbangsih Raya boxes

KUCHING: A total of 12,000 Sumbangsih Raya boxes were distributed this year to security and enforcement personnel working during Hari Raya, with kolok mee included in the packs for the first time. The symbolic handover ceremony, held at Wisma Bapa Malaysia today, was officiated by the Minister of Women, Children,

Local traders operate 79 stalls at Lundu District Council Ramadan Bazaar 2025

LUNDU: The Lundu District Council Ramadan Bazaar 2025 is once again bringing people of various races together. During the official launch of the bazaar yesterday, Tanjong Datu Assemblyman, Azizul Adenan, highlighted the significance of the annual event in strengthening community ties. Apart from fostering unity, it is also anticipated to

‘Ketuk Sahur’ programme unites community through charity and togetherness

SIBU: The ‘Ketuk Sahur’ programme, which began last year as an initiative to foster closer ties among residents in the DUN Nangka constituency, returned this Ramadan with visits to 250 homes for sahur (pre-dawn meal), continuing to unite the community through charity and togetherness. Organised in collaboration with the Village

Sarawak DID achieves anti-bribery certification, first in Sarawak

KUCHING: The Sarawak Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) has made history as the first technical department in Sarawak to receive the MS ISO 37001:2016 Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) Certification. The prestigious recognition was presented by Shahrizan Mohammad Sahmoni, regional director of Sirim Berhad Sarawak; to Datuk Ahmad Denney Ahmad