Wednesday, 31 December 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Largest Penan gathering in Tinjar

TINJAR: The Penan community in Tinjar marked a historic moment with the largest gathering in the area during the PETIPUN Kecil Penan Pre-Christmas Launch Ceremony. Over 200 residents from six longhouses converged at Dewan Rumah Wen Magelit, Bukit Baled, to strengthen bonds and celebrate their shared heritage. The programme involved

Sarawak explores aviation collaboration with Boeing

TOKYO: The Sarawak government is exploring new collaboration opportunities with the prominent aviation company Boeing Japan, not only in the aviation sector but also in the research and development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that this initiative aligns with the

Imperial Hotel Kuching offers festive feasts for Christmas and New Year

KUCHING: Looking for the perfect spot to celebrate Christmas and New Year? Imperial Hotel Kuching will delight guests with irresistible festive feasts and a buffet dining experience featuring heart-warming specialties. The festivities kick off with a Christmas Eve buffet dinner at the Imperial Garden Restaurant on Dec 24, from 6.30

Dr Rundi proposes building fruit collection centre in Tebedu

SERIAN: A fruit collection centre has been suggested in the Tebedu to facilitate the marketing of local fruits statewide. Minister of Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the fruit collection centre will serve as a hub for gathering durians as well as other

RM11 million for road paving in Opar

BAU: A total of RM11 million has been allocated under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA) fund to implement the House-to-House Road Paving Project in the Opar constituency. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang said RM1.3 million will be used to carry out the project in eight villages within the Bau

Abang Jo boosts Sarawak-Japan cooperation at Tokyo meetings

TOKYO: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his delegation attended five high-level meetings in Tokyo on Monday (Dec 16) as part of his official working visit to enhance economic cooperation and drive investments in key sectors. The discussions focused on opportunities in oil and gas, carbon

Imperial Hotel spreads Christmas cheer to SK Plaie students

KUCHING: Thirty students from SK Plaie, Samarahan, were given a memorable experience on Monday (Dec 16) when Imperial Hotel hosted them for a special dinner and gifted them “back-to-school” packages ahead of the new school term. The students enjoyed a sumptuous Christmas buffet at the Imperial Garden Restaurant before being

Youth urged to embrace opportunities in AI and IoT

KUCHING: The younger generation is encouraged to seek forums where it can harness the same passion and enthusiam to work constructively for overall betterment. Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) president Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom called upon everyone to leave their individual differences behind and work to gether to seize

Now we have ‘holiday scammers’

KUCHING: Are you planning your next vacation? Then beware. Fraudsters on the prowl, impersonating the Inter-Continental Travel Centre Sdn Bhd as “TRAVELO HOLIDAY” to trick unsuspecting victims. The travel agency said scammers are using the company’s official address alongside multiple fake phone numbers to lend credibility to their schemes, noting

Sarawak animations shine at World We Weave Festival

KUCHING: Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) showcased several captivating animations celebrating Sarawak’s cultural heritage and creative talents at the World We Weave Festival, held from Dec 13 to 15 at the State Library (Pustaka), here. Collaborating with local creative partners and production houses, SDEC presented three remarkable animations: Borih: The