Thursday, 26 June 2025

Author: Karen Masing

Proposed fifth Ronald McDonald House ready in 2026

KUCHING: Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Malaysia has announced plans to build the fifth Ronald McDonald House in Malaysia near Sarawak General Hospital (SGH), with construction expected to be completed by 2026. At a Back-to-School Pack Handover Ceremony held at Wisma SABATI here yesterday (Feb 27), RMHC Malaysia general manager

Petronas forges partnership with UK-based Energy Institute

KUCHING: Petronas has forged a partnership with Energy Institute (EI), making it the first company headquartered in Southeast Asia to collaborate with the UK-based chartered professional membership body as a technical partner. A partnership agreement was signed during the International Energy Week (IEW) in London recently, attended by Petronas senior

Malaysian Media Council Bill 2024 marks historic milestone for journalism

KUCHING: The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Bill 2024 has been hailed as a groundbreaking step in Malaysia’s media landscape, signifying the culmination of over 50 years of negotiations to establish a dedicated media council. Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) president Datuk Yong Soo Heong, in a press statement on Thursday (Feb

Pickleball gains momentum in Sibu with new court at Catholic High

SIBU: The newly constructed pickleball court at Catholic High School marks a significant step forward in promoting the sport in Sibu. Bukit Assek assemblyman Chieng Jin Ek, during the handover ceremony on Tuesday (Feb 25), revealed that the court’s construction is part of a broader initiative to introduce pickleball at

Pantu STEM Carnival inspiring young innovators

PANTU: The Pantu Zone STEM Carnival 2025, together with the Think and Tinker (T&T) Mini Lab, organised by the Sarawak Children’s Economic Fund (TEGAS) in partnership with the Pantu Zone Headmasters Association marks a new chapter in STEM education for rural areas. The event was officiated by Sarawak’s Deputy Minister

RM28,800 for mosques and surau in Tanjong Datu

SEMATAN: In a continued effort to support the Muslim community, Tanjong Datu assemblyman (ADUN) Azizul Annuar Adenan and his family have once again extended financial assistance to 41 mosques and surau in his constituency ahead of the upcoming holy month of Ramadan. A total of RM28,800 was distributed during a

PMG Healthcare and Ikhlas Capital forge strategic partnership

KUCHING: PMG Healthcare Group has taken a major step forward in its mission to enhance healthcare accessibility by securing a strategic investment of RM74 million from Ikhlas Capital. The announcement was made during the PMG and Ikhlas partnership signing ceremony here today (Feb 26), witnessed by Deputy Premier cum Minister

Sim urges Sarawakians abroad to return and serve

KUCHING: Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, has called on Sarawakians studying and working abroad to return home and contribute to the state’s growth, particularly in the medical sector. Speaking at the Public Medicare Group (PMG) and Ikhlas Capital Strategic Partnership signing ceremony here today (Feb 26), Dr

Sarawak Umrah and Islamic Travel Expo a big draw

KUCHING: The Sarawak Umrah and Islamic Travel Expo Festival 2025 (SUITEX25) drew thousands of visitors within the first two days of its launch. Organised by the Sarawak Umrah and Hajj Association (SUHA) with support from the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, it was officially launched on Feb

BICE 2025 key platform to boost regional trade

KUCHING: The Borneo International Consumer Expo (BICE) 2025, the first of its kind in Sarawak and the largest consumer expo in the state, took place at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) from Feb 20-23. The event brought together businesses, consumers, and traders from across the Borneo region, marking a