Wednesday, 11 June 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Move to prevent biosecurity risks, promote safe trade

KUCHING: A book is being widely promoted to foster greater awareness and encourage strict compliance with quarantine laws. The “Guidelines for the Importation of Plants, Plant Products, and Regulated Articles” seeks to ensure safety and compliance in Sarawak’s agricultural trade. “By adhering to these guidelines, we can prevent biosecurity risks,

Abang Jo on official visit to UAE

ABU DHABI: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to begin an official four-day working visit from Nov 4-7. A special aircraft carrying him and the Sarawak delegation arrived at Al Bateen Executive Airport at 1.50 pm local time,

Cancer patient leads convocation parade with unwavering spirit

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The burning determination and strong spirit of stage-four colon cancer patient Mohamad Shafiee Suhaili, 38, empower him as he leads the parade for Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s (Unimas) 28th Convocation Ceremony, ensuring the event runs flawlessly. As the parade leader, Shafiee expressed his excitement at leading the honorary parade

Levelling up Tanjong Datu

KUCHING: Basic infrastructure improvements in the Tanjong Datu area continue to be enhanced to stimulate local economic activities.Lundu District Officer Awang Yusup Awang Mostapha said these upgrades, including electricity, water supply, and roads, have been implemented over the past five years, aligning with the vision of Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul

Retiree defies age to earn second Masters’ degree

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Grandfather Ernest Chai Oi Khun, 76, made history as the oldest student to graduate at the 28th convocation of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) here Monday. Chai, formerly with the Fiorestry Department, said his desire to embrace new challenges inspired him to pursue a second masters’ degree in information

Unimas achieves milestone as finalist in three categories for THE Awards Asia 2024

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) has become the only Malaysian university shortlisted in three categories for the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2024. This milestone highlights the university’s global standing and dedication to sustainable development, says Professor Dr Ahmad Hata Rasit. The Unimas vice-chancellor shared that this

Unimas celebrated as inclusive institution, strategic partner for Sarawak devt

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) stands as an inclusive institution dedicated to the advancement of all fields of knowledge, says Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. He stressed that a holistic approach to education—encompassing technology, science, and the humanities—is essential for societal growth. “Education

SBC urged to forge more benefit-sharing partnerships

KUCHING: The Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC) has been urged to transform its connections into actionable and meaningful partnerships with international visitors such as ambassadors, researchers and government officials. Its chairman, Datuk Seri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel said this will subsequently drive economic growth for Sarawak through commercialisation of its research

Archbishop Poh encourages reflection, prayer and gratitude on All Souls Day

KUCHING: Christians are urged to remember and pray for their departed loved ones in conjunction with All Souls Day, observed annually on Nov 2. Reflecting on the occasion, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Kuching, Archbishop Simon Poh encouraged Christians to draw inspiration from the Saints and prepare for the end of

Minister donates to fire victim

MIRI: Minister of Transport Sarawak and Senadin assemblyman, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin showed compassion by visiting a fire victim at Kampung Damai Jaya whose house was burnt down on Thursday (Oct 31). According to Lee, the fire victim was a widow and has two children. “Upon hearing the news