Monday, 29 December 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Astana hosts breaking-of-fast with Demak Laut community

KUCHING: Astana Negeri Sarawak recently hosted a breaking-of-fast event with community leaders and residents from the Demak Laut constituency in a heartfelt celebration of Ramadan. Among the distinguished guests were Demak Laut assemblyman Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni, accompanied by his wife Datin Dayang Halimah Abang Paul. Guests were warmly

Hope Place Kuching provides aid to Kampung Tabuan Lot fire victims

KUCHING: Following the recent fire incident at Kampung Tabuan Lot, which left 38 individuals facing significant losses, Hope Place Kuching swiftly responded by providing temporary food aid. In a press release, the charity organisation stated that the assistance included biscuits, dry noodles, canned food, baby milk powder and drinking water.

Ministry identifies 21 locations for community development projects

CYBERJAYA: The Ministry of National Unity has identified 21 locations across 14 states for the development of physical and social spaces. National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang stated that the proposed projects include the construction of open halls, children’s playgrounds, gazebos, green corners, sports activity centres, centralised community activity

Orang Ulu to lead state-level Gawai Dayak celebration

KUCHING: The Orang Ulu community has been given the honour of hosting this year’s state-level Gawai Dayak celebration. The appointment, based on a rotational system, was made during a meeting chaired by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas here today (Mar 10). Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour,

SLTA aims to elevate Sarawak’s presence in global tennis

KUCHING: The Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) aims to promote tennis in Sarawak and put the state on the world map through prestigious international tournaments. SLTA president Datuk Patrick Liew said the association is ready to take on challenges, including hosting the 2025 Asia/Oceania Pre-Qualifying Davis Cup Junior tournament during

Youth, unity and talent on display as Davis Cup Junior Pre-Qualifiers kick off

KUCHING: The 2025 Asia/Oceania Pre-Qualifying Davis Cup Junior officially kicked off today (Mar 10), bringing together rising tennis talents from 23 countries in a spirited battle for two coveted spots in the qualifying rounds, set to be held in Kazakhstan this May. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk

MM2H promoted to China nationals only? Not true, says Abdul Karim

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah firmly has refuted claims that the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme is exclusively promoted to Chinese applicants. The Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister said while China is among the top applicant for MM2H, the programme is also open for applicants

Over 800 Sarawakian medical personnel seek to return, says Dr Sim

KUCHING: More than 800 medical personnel, comprising nurses and paramedics, have expressed their wishes to return to Sarawak and serve in the region. This was revealed by Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, who stated that under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), one of the items that the

Dr. Sim calls for review of 45-hour work week policy for medical staff

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MOH) has been urged to review the policy regarding the 45-hour work week for medical personnel, including nurses and doctors. Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr. Sim Kui Hian, said the long working hours may not be sustainable in the long run. “Yes, as medical personnel,

MoH allocates 14,000 flu vaccine doses for Sarawak’s elderly

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MoH) has allocated 14,000 doses of influenza vaccine for Sarawak, targeting the elderly population across seven locations in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian revealed that 5,600 doses have been distributed in the first phase, with 4,400 already administered to senior