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
KUCHING: In the world of entrepreneurship, some carve unconventional paths to success. Among them is Umar @ Amin Abang, a visionary businessman who has turned his love for horses into a thriving business. He said that apart from his love for horses, his passion for horseback riding and horse racing
KUCHING: The Sarawak Malay National Association (PMKS) will soon have its own building once its design is approved by the State Planning Unit (SPA). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the building will be equipped with various facilities such as an office space and a huge
KUCHING: Two mosques here, namely the Darul Ittihad Mosque at Simpang Tiga and Darul Barakah Mosque at Taman Satria Jaya BDC, will soon be redeveloped into a larger mosque to cater to the Muslim community in the two areas. The bigger mosque will also deliver prayers in English. Without disclosing
KUCHING: Zone 1 Kuching was crowned overall champion in the Hari Potensi Kemas Peringkat Negeri Sarawak Tahun 2023. The team brought home the Sarawak Kemas Director’s Cup 2023 for their win. The team managed to win nine out of the 10 talent competition categories throughout the tournament. It started with
