KUCHING: As the festive seasons, including Christmas, and other non-festive celebrations approach, the demand for cocoa products is expected to surge across Malaysia. According to Malaysian Cocoa Board director-general Datuk Dr Ramle Kasin, the cocoa industry will contribute significantly, generating an estimated RM8bil in export revenue. “We will assess the
KUCHING: Sarawak plans to place newly-launched Borneo Heights Destination magazine in the state’s own airline as one of the ways to promote Padawan. Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr Jerip Susil said the magazine will also be distributed to hotels all over Sarawak. “The publication of this magazine is part of and
KUCHING: The potential of Puncak Borneo as a thriving tourism destination rich in natural beauty is rapidly increasing, thanks to enhanced road accessibility in many areas. Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Dr Jerip Susil noted ongoing efforts to construct pedestrian walkways for access to approximately 45 waterfalls, prioritising beauty preservation
KUCHING: The film premiere of “Wonka” at Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC), The Spring, was attended by 100 people on Tuesday evening (Dec 5). Before the premiere, the audience was treated to goodies filled with delicious candies, Wonka stickers, a box of mini popcorn, and sweet beverages. The venue was adorned
KUCHING: A total of 25 public toilets under the jurisdiction of the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) have earned five star ratings for their commendable state of cleanliness. Seventy others were accorded four stars and 130 were given three stars this year. DBKU Mayor Hilmy Othman 611 public toilets under
KUCHING: Time is running out for unlicensed food businesses operating under the jurisdiction of the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU). Mayor Hilmy Othman said the local authority has come to know that there are 166 food operators operating without a licence within its jurisdiction. A total of 386 are licensed
KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) mayor Hilmy Othman has advised the public against feeding pigeons with food considered harmful to their wellbeing to prevent potential unwanted incidents. This advice comes in the wake of an unfortunate event on Aug 2, where 41 pigeons died, likely due to poisoning. “What
KUALA LUMPUR: Pungu Borneo, a Sarawak-based social enterprise, emerged as a winner at the Shell LiveWIRE Malaysia 2023 awards ceremony held at Wisma Shell today (Dec 4). Focusing on traditional handicraft, jewellery, and culture, Pungu Borneo was one of five enterprises to receive this honour, and the sole winner from
KUCHING: A webinar was held here to get perspectives from experts regarding research and development on Sarawak’s biological resources. Organised by the Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC), the webinar was held on Monday (Dec 4), with three panel members presenting their respective projects on the state’s biological resources. The first was
SERIAN: A remarkable woman named Rose Nojek, 57, dedicates her life to caring for her 11-year-old grandson. Living in a modest bamboo hut in Kpg Krumboi here, Rose’s resilience and resourcefulness shine through her everyday struggles. Rose, a widow whose late husband served in the army, has been her grandson’s
