Saturday, 6 December 2025

Author: Karen Masing

Robotic urology programme positions Sarawak as regional leader

KUCHING: Sarawak has emerged as the only centre in East Malaysia offering a robotic urology programme, performing over 250 procedures since 2023. The achievement was highlighted by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian at the 34th Malaysian Urological Conference (MUC 2025) at Pullman Hotel here today, with Kuching

ASEAN cinema shines at AIFFA Gala

KUCHING: The ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards (AIFFA) 2025 has concluded with the announcement of this year’s top regional film honours during a gala night at a hotel here on Saturday night. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg attended as Guest of Honour, while Hong Kong

Homestay model empowers cross-cultural education

KUCHING: Santubong Village Homestay cemented its role as a cultural learning hub by hosting the 2025 International Student Mobility Programme, welcoming students from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) and Indonesia’s College of Teacher Training and Education (STKIP) Persada Khatulistiwa, Sintang, for six days of immersive cultural and community activities. Running from

SDNU commits to inclusive, forward looking growth

KUCHING: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) has urged its members to strengthen unity and embrace a forward-looking role in Sarawak’s development. Speaking at the welcoming dinner for SDNU’s 37th triennial general assembly at Imperial Hotel last night (Nov 14), its president Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom said the union

Japan Emperor acknowledges Sarawak’s progress, says Premier

KUCHING: The Emperor of Japan has acknowledged Sarawak and its development efforts, a gesture Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg says reflects the state’s growing international recognition. The Premier had recently travelled to Japan to receive The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star, one

Fusion drives Sarawak’s growth and unity

KUCHING: Sarawak is leveraging innovation and social cohesion to drive sustainable growth across energy, education, and agriculture. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state’s development approach mirrors the concept of fusion, where various elements combine to create something stronger and more powerful. “Fusion is a

AIFFA launches first Borneo Documentary Award

KUCHING: The ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards (AIFFA) continued its celebration of regional storytelling today when the Borneo Documentaries Screening and Awards took place at the Borneo Cultural Museum. This year marks a significant step forward with the introduction of the Borneo Documentary Award, created to recognise nonfiction films

DBKU launches ‘Tamu Desa’, Food Society

KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) today launched Tamu Desa Sukma Ria and Food Society Sukma Ria to boost local entrepreneurship and create a modern community hub for residents. The launch was officiated by Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department of Sarawak (Project Coordinator for

Over RM8 mil for ‘Tamu Desa’ to boost local businesses

KUCHING: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) allocated over RM8 million for the Tamu Desa project in Sarawak under Phases One and Two, marking another milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to empower local entrepreneurs. The announcement was highlighted during the launch of Tamu Desa Sukma Ria, officiated

Mayor’s commitment brings hope and progress

LONG before most of Kuching awakens, Datuk Wee Hong Seng is already starting his day. Rising at five in the morning, he begins work at six, a routine he has kept without a single day off since being elected Mayor of Kuching South City Council (MBKS) in 2019. His tireless