Sunday, 15 March 2026

Author: Karen Masing

Local authorities urged to restore Kuching’s historical landmarks

KUCHING: The Sarawak Tourist Guides Association (SkTGA) is urging local authorities to restore and reopen two of Kuching’s historical landmarks, the Observation Tower at the Kuching Civic Centre and the Front Yard of the Kuching Old Court House, to revitalise the city’s tourism appeal. The Observation Tower, which stands 243

Sarawak approves RM55.7mil Special Needs Community Centre

KUCHING: The Sarawak government has approved the construction of the Special Needs Community Centre (SNCC) at Pusat Pemulihan Samarahan, with an allocation of RM55.7 million. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah announced on Thursday (Feb 20) at the Autism Art Exhibition at the Spring Mall

KAA launches art exhibition to support individuals with autism

KUCHING: The Kuching Autistic Association (KAA) has launched its fourth Autism Art Exhibition 2025 on Thursday (Feb 20) at The Spring Mall, part of their ongoing efforts for fundraising to support individuals with autism through education, therapy, and vocational training.  The exhibition featured 110 unique pieces of artwork created by

Knights of SHOSA to reunite this April

SIBU: The Knights of Sacred Heart School Old Students’ Association (SHOSA) will hold a reunion dinner on April 5 at Kingwood Hotel here. SHOSA secretary Ignatius Lau said the reunion dinner will be a golden opportunity for former students to reconnect and strengthen the camaraderie that defined their school years.

Emergency medical facility plan for Samalaju Industrial Park

BINTULU: Plans are underway to establish an Emergency Medical Facility at Samalaju Industrial Park (SIP) to ensure quick medical response in the event of workplace emergencies. The proposed facility, designed to operate round the clock, aims to provide on-site medical support and ambulance services, complementing existing emergency response measures within

Feeling the people’s pulse for the common good

DATUK Seri Doris Sophia Brodie, who is  Sri Aman Member of Parliament, famously known as the “tiger” on her TikTok, is a remarkable figure who defies the fierce persona she portrays online. While her bold presence on social media suggests a tough exterior, those who know her best recognise her

Sarawak State Library holds health awareness programme

KUCHING: The Sarawak State Library hosted a health awareness programme yesterday (Feb 14) in conjunction with World Cancer Day 2025, emphasising the crucial role of early cancer detection and adopting a healthy lifestyle. Chief executive officer, Tuan Haji Japri Bujang Masli, said in his speech that the event reflected the

Sarawak and Japan reinforce collaborations in green energy, tourism

KUCHING: Sarawak and Japan are reinforcing their collaboration across several key sectors, particularly in green energy, academia, and tourism. Japanese Ambassador to Malaysia, Shikata Noriyuki, highlighted the growing partnership between Sarawak and Japan, especially in the area of green energy. This development follows high-level discussions between Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba

PBB’s strength, history, and future

KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) 16th Convention from February 14 to 16 is expected to be attended by approximately 3,500 delegates and observers. According to Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, the party has been actively preparing for the convention through zone meetings covering the northern,

AirBorneo, new Kuching Airport to propel Sarawak’s economy

KUCHING: Sarawak is advancing its economic growth through major aviation and infrastructure projects, including AirBorneo and a new International Airport, while also developing its aerospace industry to boost connectivity, create jobs, and position itself as a regional economic hub. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg described these