Tuesday, 12 August 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School in Sibu awaits Bomba green light

KUCHING: The Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School (YSISS) in Sibu is expected to open within this year, pending final approval from the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba). Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr. Annuar Rapaee said students who have been accepted into the school are currently

Half of RM1,200 BKK applicants verified, disbursement on track

KUCHING: The verification process for the Sarawak government’s RM1,200 Special Financial Assistance (Bantuan Kewangan Khas or BKK) is progressing steadily, with half of the 42,000 applications already vetted and approved. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr. Annuar Rapaee said the remaining applications are expected to be

Padawan council refutes allegations on road conditions

KUCHING: Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) Chairman Tan Kai has refuted recent allegations by Michael Kong, Special Assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, concerning the condition of road access and waste collection services at Lot 895, Jalan Kung Phin. In a press statement issued today, Tan clarified that infrastructure upgrades,

Sarawak launches first fire safety training for hospitals

KUCHING: Sarawak has taken a bold step towards becoming a regional leader in healthcare safety with the successful implementation of the state’s first-ever Professional Healthcare Facility Fire Safety Management Training, recently held at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH). The milestone programme brought together 135 participants from various healthcare disciplines across the

Digital Tour promotes data protection, literacy in rural Belaga

BELAGA: With personal information and data becoming one of the most valuable assets in today’s digital age, students and educators must understand their rights as users and learn how to protect their personal data. Deputy Minister of Digital, Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong, said this is crucial to prevent misuse of

Apoclaypse Auto Show returns on Jul 20 with more modified vehicles

KUCHING: The highly anticipated Apoclaypse Auto Show is set to make its return this Sunday (July 20) from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm at the basement carpark of CityOne Megamall. Now in its third edition, the annual event organised by the Apoclaypse Car Club of Kuching promises a day filled

Abdul Karim calls for continued corporate support for sports development

KUCHING: Sarawak is set to expand its sporting infrastructure, particularly in squash, and renewed calls for corporate support to sustain momentum in athlete development and international hosting. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the state government remains committed to supporting both local

New ‘dabai’ tree to be planted as symbol of heritage and unity in Song

KAPIT: A new ‘dabai’ tree will soon be planted in a more suitable and prominent location to honour its cultural significance to the Song community. Katibas Assemblyman, Lidam Assan, and Kapit District Council Chairman, Andy Lawrence, made the announcement following public concern over the recent removal of the dabai tree

Concerns on potential leadership vacuum in Malaysian judiciary

SIBU: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Central Youth Wing, led by its Youth chief, Kevin Lau Kor Jie, has highlighted the importance of preserving the independence, stability and integrity of the judiciary in line with the Federal Constitution. Calling on the federal government to urgently take action in addressing