Saturday, 6 December 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

SCALE to boost STEM through hands-on learning

KUCHING: The Sarawak Collaborative Learning Interactive Experience (SCALE) will boost the state’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education by promoting hands-on learning that builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the initiative enhances interactive learning

Ongoing Batang Lupar Granary Area to expand development

THE development of the Batang Lupar Granary Area (BLGA) remains ongoing, said Bukit Begunan assemblyman Datuk Mong Dagang. He noted that the granary area, part of the National Key Economic Area (NKEA) food security programme approved by the federal government in 2012, has seen progress through government initiatives. “A recent

Aidel would have pursued farming, music if not in politics

IF he were not in politics, Sadong Jaya assemblyman, Datuk Aidel Lariwoo, says he would have pursued his passion for farming, particularly organic farming of herbs and fruits such as durian and rambutan. In a recent Q&A session, he shared insights about his personal interests, local food, and small acts

Batu Danau rep seeks clarity on long-delayed Long Napir Health Clinic project

BATU Danau assemblyman, Datuk Paulus Palu Gumbang, has called for clarity on the long-delayed Long Napir Health Clinic project, saying the affected Kelabit and Penan communities have waited far too long for essential healthcare access. He said the project had been approved as far back as the Tenth Malaysia Plan

Man held for having drugs

MUKAH: A 39-year-old man was arrested in Selangau for alleged drug possession during a noon operation conducted by the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division of Mukah IPD on Thursday (Nov 27). The suspect was detained at about 12.50 pm in front of a premises, shortly after he stopped his motorcycle. Police

Duo arrested over phone and loan scams

SARATOK: Police arrested two local individuals in separate cases involving cheating under Section 420 of the Penal Code, including a phone scam and a non-existent loan scheme reported here and Kabong on Thursday (Nov 27). In the first case, a 23-year-old woman was detained after investigations linked her Touch ‘n

Child injured in van crash

SIBU: A van carrying six people skidded and fell off the road shoulder near Bulatan Peradom here yesterday (Nov 27). The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said a call was received at 7.54 pm and a team from BBP Sibu Sentral arrived at the scene at 8.16 pm. The incident

Telang Usan rep shares passions, progress and community commitment

EVEN when he’s away from the hectic schedules of official duties and constituency matters, Telang Usan assemblyman, Datuk Dennis Ngau, find cooking as a simple way to relax and recharge. He enjoys cooking simple Orang Olu dishes like rebus fish and pucuk midin, and spends quiet moments reading self-improvement books

Move to set up medical, nursing faculties in state-owned universities

THE Sarawak government, through the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development is exploring the establishment of medical and nursing faculties in its state-owned universities as part of long-term efforts to address the shortage of doctors and nurses in the state. Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said a feasibility

Balingian rep calls for timely remedies to constituency issues

BALINGIAN assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi has called for urgent and coordinated government intervention to resolve a series of pressing issues affecting his constituency. He said the concerns, ranging from fishermen’s livelihood and infrastructure to education, telecommunications and public safety must be addressed “fairly, timely and amicably” for the well-being of