KUCHING: A pressing need arises for the formulation of a novel social policy to address the challenge of loneliness amidst an ageing population. Highlighting this concern, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said one of the ramifications of loneliness is its tendency to render individuals susceptible to
KUCHING: The introduction of a state-owned currency is a personal opinion raised by Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. In clarifying this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg described the matter as a complex issue. “That is a very complicated issue. So, it may be a personal opinion
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has expressed concerns about the risks associated with technology, specifically mentioning his worries when it comes to taking ‘selfies.’ He explained that nowadays, photos can be easily manipulated, often with negative consequences. “Actually, sometimes, I am quite afraid of ‘selfies’
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & NATASHA JEE KUCHING: The upcoming Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) convention to be held in conjunction with the Sarawak 60th Independence Anniversary will put more emphasis on explaining the state’s new economy policy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the convention would
KUCHING: Sarawak has approved a total of 446 applicants for the Sarawak-Malaysia My Second Home (S-MM2H) Programme in the first eight months of this year. Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said there is a surge in the number of applications as
KUCHING: SUPP Women chief Kho Teck Wan on Monday chided DAP Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen for casting aspersions on the new rate for land lease renewal in the Batu Kawa area. She said he had compared the land lease premium of 2006 with 2022, and blamed SUPP for the
KUCHING: About 3,000 people from all walks of life took part in the inaugural Sarawak-China Friendship Run. The participants arrived as early as 5.30am and gathered at the Malaysia-China Friendship Park in Jalan Song here for the three- and five-kilometre (km) runs, respectively. Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Deputy Minister Michael
JULAU: Pepper production must maintain high quality consistently to preserve its market value. Baram MP and Malaysian Pepper Board (MPB) chairman Datuk Anyi Ngau said this means closely watching over how the pepper grows, gets processed, and is stored, ensuring it always meets the set standards. He noted that places
KUCHING: The issue of an electric pole situated in the middle of the road in Belaga, which went viral on social media, will be relocated soon. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunications Datuk Liwan Lagang gave assurance that the said electric pole located at Kampung Melayu Belaga will be dealt with
KUCHING: Tang Soo Do practitioners have been reminded not to misuse the Korean martial art for bullying. Stampin Member of Parliament Chong Chieng Jen said that as individuals gain strength and proficiency in various forms of martial arts, they must refrain from misusing their skills and instead protect those who are
