Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

SMK Balai Ringin library revitalised with donation of 2,000 books

SERIAN: The library of SMK Balai Ringin was given a new lease of life with a donation of 2,000 book by Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak). Alongside the organising committee of the 15th Joint Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) and the Kadazandusun Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) Gawai-Kaamatan

Careful planning needed to adapt social media ban laws for Malaysia, says lawyer

KUCHING: The federal government’s recent interest in adopting aspects of Australian and French social media ban laws for children under 16 years old reflects a proactive approach to digital safety for children. However, lawyer Arthur Liang Dawat said implementing such laws in the country requires careful consideration of local challenges,

Ring Lady Nyukan Yan laid to rest

KOTA PADAWAN: The late 82-year-old Nyukan Yan, also known as Muk Torres, one of Sarawak’s iconic “Ring Ladies” from Kampung Semban, was laid to rest at the Bengoh Resettlement Scheme (BRS) cemetery on Thursday. The burial ceremony was a solemn yet profound event. She was buried at 9.45 am, surrounded

Lubok Antu duo shine at Asian Classic Powerlifting Championship in Uzbekistan

UZBEKISTAN: At the Asian Classic Powerlifting Championship 2024, held in Uzbekistan from Dec 1 to 10, two young Sarawakian athletes showcased their exceptional talent and resilience, representing the state and Malaysia on an international stage with pride and determination. The two 18-year-olds, Emenuel Nyawang Walter Wat and Vicky Brain Minggang,

Uplifting lives in Ulu Baram

Charity Without Borders MIRI: Ibraco Berhad proudly participated in the 11th edition of Charity Without Borders, an impactful event held from December 12 to 15 in the remote village of Long Tikan, Ulu Baram, Sarawak. Organised by Kelab Cabaran Pacuan 4 Roda Bintulu and Hope Place Kuching, this heartwarming initiative

Strong leadership essential to prevent division

BELAGA: The selection of a leader within any political party is pivotal to ensuring unity and preventing division. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Senior Vice President Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom stressed that an organisation cannot sustain two leaders without risking fragmentation. “If we look at areas that are

Premier engages in key talks with Japanese industry giants

TOKYO: The official working visit of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg here entered its second day today (Dec 17) with a series of high-level meetings with prominent industry players. At 3 pm local time, Abang Johari and his delegation held a meeting with HighChem Co Ltd

Governor hosts Islamic NGO leaders

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi received a courtesy visit from the Sarawak Turath Organisation (Turath) Committee at the Astana Negeri today (Dec 17). Led by chairman Khalid Khan Abdullah Khan, the visit introduced Turath, a

TVS wins BrandLaureate award in visionary tech

KUALA LUMPUR: TVS has proven its growing acceptance in the local media industry after being awarded The BrandLaureate Best Brands Award 2024 in the Visionary Tech (Digital Media) category on Monday. The award was presented by guest of honour Tengku Datuk Dr Hishammuddin Zaizi Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj and

Call for fair tender awards of school security contracts

KUCHING: Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen has called for government school security service contracts in Sarawak to be awarded primarily to local companies. Sarawak-based security firms secured tenders for only 20 out of 243 zones statewide. He said in monetary terms, this equates to just RM63