BETONG: The State government will establish new villages in several rural districts in Betong. In announcing this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the new villages would have their own house models. “We will establish it at Lingga, Maludam, Beladin and also Pusa. If the
BETONG: The federal government must have strategic ideas when implementing education policy. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said when it comes to constructing schools, there must be a standard to follow. Explaining, he said SK Maludam built by the Sarawak government at RM34
KUCHING: The Agrofest 2024 will be larger with more programmes, activities, and vendors participating than this year. Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD) Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, said that given the success of Agrofest this year, his ministry has advocated for the next Agrofest to be
KUCHING: The Kembara Cinta Rasul, featuring the renowned Indonesian Islamic preacher Ustaz Abdul Somad Batubara, was not just a platform for spreading religious teachings but also a hub for diverse programmes benefiting the Muslim community. During the night of Maulid Akbar, a total of 37 food stalls were opened at
KUCHING: More than 16,000 Muslims of all ages attended the Kembara Cinta Rasul Petra Jaya, featuring Indonesian Islamic preacher Ustaz Abdul Somad Batubara, at Jamek Mosque here, last night (Sept 30). The mosque grounds started buzzing with activity as early as 4pm, as devout Muslims came to offer their prayers
SAMARAHAN: The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to provide a substantial RM300 million special grant to the states of Sarawak and Sabah. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the allocated amount is currently awaiting gazettement before it is distributed to the two Borneo states. “The RM300 million
SAMARAHAN: Commodity tourism activities (agritourism) involving educational tours under the management of Koperasi Kluster Koko Sarawak were launched today (Sept 30) in conjunction with Hari Berandau and Koperasi Kluster Koko. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the activities are carried out in collaboration with the Samarahan Resident Office,
KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KWKM) will enhance the role of community leaders in helping to combat domestic violence, especially involving women in this country. Its minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, said that the matter was emphasised under the ‘MyDirectory’ Programme and was now in the
KUCHING: A total of 3,640 cases of domestic violence were recorded nationwide from January to August this year. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that although the number had a slight decrease from the year before, the number of cases remains high. She stated that,
KUCHING: An innovative lecturer from Sarawak has introduced an instant version of the beloved indigenous dish, linut, redefining convenience food while preserving cultural heritage. Siti Mardinah Abdul Hamid said making linut from scratch involves labour-intensive preparation, with pounded rice as the core ingredient. Looking at the complicated procedures to prepare