KUCHING: Malaysia’s squash legend, Datuk Nicol Ann David, has praised Sarawak para powerlifter Bonnie Bunyau Gustin, calling him a true legend and a symbol of hard work and dedication. She expressed her admiration for Bonnie after the latter set a new world record by lifting 232kg in the men’s below 72kg
KUCHING: Building trust between citizens and the government is essential for effective governance and meaningful public engagement, says Tan Sri Datuk Seri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. The former health director-general said it is also important to emphasise the role of each citizen and sector in contributing to Malaysia’s Health and
KUCHING: Fourteen schools in Kapit, Song and Belaga with dilapidated buildings have been identified for repair works. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak has ascertained the works to be done at a cost of RM2.2 million in the division. “Currently, work has
KUCHING: More than 3,000 participants gathered this morning for the Blessed Run held in conjunction with Hari Merdeka today (Aug 31). The event, organised by Blessed Church, attracted a diverse crowd, including families, youth, and community members, all coming together to celebrate the nation’s independence while promoting health and community
LAWAS: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan has announced that the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) will soon have a permanent campus here. He said that this would present a significant opportunity for students in the area to enhance their skills and secure better futures. Speaking at
KUCHING: Sarawak has been chosen as Malaysia’s location for satellite launches with it positioned in the middle of the equatorial line. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the decision on the matter was agreed during last week’s meeting on Malaysia’s physical development chaired by the Prime
KUCHING: The use of modern technology and drones in the opening ceremony of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) has dispelled the perception of Sarawak as a state still living in primitive conditions. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the opening night of the
KUCHING: Sarawak Skills is set to be one of the Sarawak-owned institutions offering free tertiary education to Sarawakians by 2026. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is to train and prepare Sarawakians for new industries using the latest technology. “Education can be very costly, especially
KUCHING: Sarawak secured silver medals in the finals of the tennis competition at the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) today (Aug 23). The tournament, which concluded today (Aug 23), saw the team earning two silver medals in the finals of the women’s doubles and mixed doubles matches at the Sarawak Lawn
KUCHING: The 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) has so far seen five Sarawak athletes listed as record breakers. They are Ng Jing Xuan, Hii Puong Wei, Jonah Chang Rigan, Liew Yu Jie and Joey Tan Xing Lei. The 20-year-old Jing Xuan set a new record in the women’s javelin event with