Monday, 29 December 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

43 more individuals granted native Sarawakian status in Bau

BAU: A total of 43 individuals, aged between eight and 86, have been officially recognized as native Sarawakians, further adding to the list of those granted native status in the constituency. Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said that to date, 85 certificates recognising native status have been

UTS to launch biography honouring Wan Junaidi’s appointment as chancellor

KUCHING: The appointment of Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Ja’afar as the second chancellor of Universiti Teknologi Sarawak (UTS) will be commemorated with the publication of a special biography detailing his life journey and significant contributions. The biography is set to be launched during the

Sarawakians urged to strengthen national unity ahead of Malaysia Day

SARIKEI: Malaysians are being urged to embrace their role as agents of national unity and to spread the spirit of togetherness during these challenging times. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Sri Huang Tiong Sii stressed the critical need to preserve unity as Malaysia navigates its diverse

TYT welcomes Sarawak Orang Ulu Association delegation

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi welcomed a delegation from the Sarawak Orang Ulu National Association (OUNA) at Astana Negeri today (Sept 12). The delegation, led by its president Datuk Dr Abu Bakar Abdullah, also known

Unity-oriented events for Malaysia Day celebration Sept 14 – 16

KUCHING: The Thanksgiving Ceremony for Other Religions, an event scheduled for September 14 at the Dewan Suarah Sri Aman, will be part of the 2024 Malaysia Day celebration. Organised by the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) under the Sarawak Premier’s Department, the event aims to foster mutual understanding among the

Sarawak pushes for cancer hospital completion

PUTRAJAYA: Sarawak is pushing for the urgent completion of its cancer hospital, which will include paediatric oncology and haemato-oncology services, as part of its broader effort to improve healthcare access for the people. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian stressed the need for this specialised facility, noting that

New PPNS building to boost market access for farmers

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The newly constructed Pertubuhan Peladang Negeri Sarawak (PPNS) building is set to transform opportunities for local farmers, offering improved facilities to access lucrative markets. Minister for Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the new facilities will empower farmers by providing them

Sri Aman to host state-level Malaysia Day

SRI AMAN: The state-level Malaysia Day 2024 celebration will be held here with a series of significant events planned to mark the occasion. The event will take place from Sept 14-16, featuring a variety of cultural and religious activities that reflect the state’s rich diversity. Education, Innovation, and Talent Development

Sarawak urged to lead Malaysia’s revival

KUCHING: Former law minister Datuk Mohd Zaid Ibrahim has urged Sarawak to play a more assertive role in shaping Malaysia’s future, viewing the state’s leadership as the nation’s final hope to reverse its decline. Zaid bemoaned the ongoing brain drain from Malaysia, which he believes has hindered the country’s progress

Malaysia Airlines slashes 416 flights to Kuching amid major service reductions

KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines has announced significant operational changes that will impact both domestic and international routes for the remainder of 2024. These adjustments, which took effect on Sept 1, include a substantial reduction in the total number of flights, with domestic routes facing the most significant cuts. One of the