Thursday, 12 June 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Move to ensure global recognition for Sarawak’s innovation ecosystem  

THE Sarawak Innovation Index (SARii) modelled on the Global Innovation Index (GII) will be evidence-based and importantly audited by international entities such as the World Bank and United Nations. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said this to ensure global recognition and credibility of

Chess gaining more popularity, says Len Talif

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Tournaments such as the 6th University Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) International Open Chess Championship 2024 are important steps to bring chess to greater heights. Deputy Minister of Urban Development, Land Administration, and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the tournament serves as a way to gain recognition and provide

Bringing cultural pride to the spotlight

KUCHING: The Junior Ethnic Queen of Sarawak competition can nurture a love for the state’s heritage, customs, and culture, said Sarawak Arts Council (MSS) Director Dayang Mariani Abang Bolhassan. She said the competition provided a platform for participants to sharpen their artistic skills and creativity, while fostering an interest in

PBB and Sarawak in very safe hands, says Uggah

SPAOH: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu’s (PBB) and Sarawak are in very safe hands with Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in charge. The party’s Bukit Saban branch therefore intends to propose a resolution for Abang Johari to retain his presidency uncontested for the 2024-2027 session in the party

If not us who?, asks retiring education chief

WHEN Datuk Dr. Azhar Ahmad stepped into the role of State Education Department (JPN) Director in 2022, after serving in the Ministry of Education in Putrajaya, he embraced a formidable challenge — to uplift and transform the education landscape of Sarawak. Tasked with driving progress in Sarawak’s education system, Azhar

Kuching Choral Society concert to raise funds for needy

KUCHING: The Kuching Choral Society has announced its upcoming charity concert, Let There Be Christmas, set to bring the warmth and joy of the holiday season to Kuching. The concert aims to raise funds for essential care and services for those in need. “All proceeds will go to support local

Changing perceptions of agriculture to attract youth

KUCHING: The belief that people working in agriculture are still considered poor needs to change to encourage the younger generation to take an interest in the field. According to State Education Director Datuk Dr Azhar Ahmad, the agricultural sector now uses very advanced technology. In fact, he said that agriculture

Teachers free to use social media within guidelines

KUCHING: The use of social media by teachers in primary and secondary schools is highly encouraged as long as it does not violate the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education (MOE) or the State Education Department (JPN). Director Datuk Dr Azhar Ahmad said that while the MOE, through JPN,

Rep vows peaceful resolution

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has assured that the land dispute involving a 67-year-old man in Asajaya will be resolved amicably. “I have informed the Premier and spoken to the lawyers involved,” the Asajaya assemblyman said after officiating at the Sarawak Youth Start-Up event today (Nov 13). “God

Para Sukma XXI a platform for growth and learning

KUCHING: The success of the Para Malaysia Games (Para Sukma XXI) Sarawak 2024 has provided Sarawak with a vital platform to gain experience and enhance its ability to host large-scale sporting events. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah noted that the event serves as an