KUALA LUMPUR: Affin Group recently signed a sponsorship for the operation of the Interceptor 002, in collaboration with Landasan Lumayan Sdn Bhd (LLSB), a subsidiary of Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated) or MBI. The Interceptor 002 was developed by The Ocean Cleanup, which is the first out of two high-tech river
KUCHING: The Mini Rural Project (MRP) will continue to provide funds to both Muslim and non-Muslim religious bodies according to their specific needs and requirements. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said the grant would help the association organise more community and welfare activities. He also committed to promoting religious harmony
KUCHING: Students of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with 6As results or higher are eligible to apply for the ‘P195 Bandar Kuching and P196 Stampin Service Centre SPM2023 Excellent Result Prize Programme’. The programme, according to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, promises them cash incentives, with the criteria of only those
KUCHING: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) school-leavers are being encouraged to enrol in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programmes. Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen stressed the importance of STEM education, highlighting ongoing efforts by both state and federal governments to promote these fields. Chong noted that
KUCHING: Journalists and media practitioners should be less concerned about artificial intelligence (AI) using their data or content, says Professor Charlie Beckett. The director of Polis and the Polls, Department of Media and Communication from the London School of Economics and Political Science United Kingdom further stated that journalists should
BY NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS KUCHING: Sarawak is planning to host a large scale Sarawak Media Conference (SMeC) next year following the success of the inaugural event this year. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS)), Datuk Abdullah Saidol, believes Premier Datuk
KUCHING: The federal government’s initiative to launch an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Faculty at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is seen as strengthening Malaysia’s position in the field of AI on a global scale. Associate Prof Jaspal Kaur from School of Law, Policing and Social Sciences, Canterbury Christ Church University, United Kingdom
KUCHING: Data journalism is becoming an essential tool for media organisations striving to provide the public with accurate information. Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) trainer Munir Anaam said the versatility and efficiency of data journalism support journalists in reporting, fact-checking and gathering information. “Data is a wonderful tool. It’s like code,
KUCHING: The Bidayuh Community Cultural Art programme serves as a vital platform in safeguarding the community’s cultural heritage and artistic traditions. Tarat assemblyman Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said such programmes nurture the younger generation’s appreciation for their cultural legacy, ensuring that the identity of the people remain vibrant
KUCHING: A final inspection on the completed Kota Sentosa Seven Mile Basketball mini stadium was carried out recently to ensure all facilities of the stadium is fully functional. The project which cost RM200,000 include new toilets, repainting works, general repairs and other upgrading works covering the purchase and installation of
