KUCHING: Mayor of Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Datuk Wee Hong Seng considers the late former Tuan Yang Di-pertua Tun Pehin Seri Abdul Taib Mahmud as his great mentor. In his latest Facebook post, he said Taib had always challenged him (Wee) to do better. “I remember that he (Tun
KUCHING: The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) and TVS have formed a strategic alliance to revolutionise the way creative ideas are pitched in Malaysia’s film industry, aiming for a more impactful and unified approach. FINAS chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib stressed the crucial role of pitching creative
KUCHING: The exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology within Malaysia’s film industry involves understanding its transformative impact and recognising how AI enhancements can elevate the industry holistically. National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib stressed the importance of readiness and embracing the changes brought
KUCHING: The Social Welfare Department (JKMS) has pledged to continue its support to the underprivileged by establishing various institutions throughout Sarawak. Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah reiterated JKMS’s commitment to community welfare, extending beyond housing initiatives. “As a crucial body in the development of
KOTA PADAWAN: Clogged and overflowing drainage systems are commonplace during wet spells and the Padawan municipality is no exception. Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman Tan Kai who is well aware of the situation has pledged to take remedial measures in especially areas much complained about by the people here. “Now
KUCHING: The Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) has been honoured with three prestigious awards at the 2024 Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA). The awards ceremony, organised by the Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (MACEOS), celebrated BCCK for its outstanding contributions across several categories: the Purpose Built
KUCHING: The Natural Resource and Environmental Board (NREB) recently launched the “Building High Performance Team Culture 2024” initiative to foster a culture of excellence among its staff. This programme aimed to imbue Sarawak Civil Servants (SPANS) with a strong sense of teamwork, aligning with the organisation’s vision, mission, and core
KUCHING: Sarawak aims to become the first state in the country to eradicate cervical cancer by 2030. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the state has the opportunity to eliminate cervical cancer if women within the reproductive age group, aged 30 to 65, come forward for Human
KUCHING: Creating designated areas for smokers within confined spaces serves as a reminder of the ongoing enforcement of the three-meter ban law regulation. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the law was enforced in Malaysia in 2019, to which smoking is banned in “any premises, whether inside
KUCHING: Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has urged staff members to embody the six characteristics of the Sarawak Civil Service (SPANS). She said the six characteristics include integrity, professionalism, result-oriented approach, kindness, teamwork, and sense of urgency and ownership. “With staff members embodying
