Saturday, 19 July 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

New Bill to establish central port authority

KUCHING: There is a pressing need for new legislation to create a central port authority in Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that such a move would allow the state government to manage all ports within the state, including taking control of the previously federally-run

Premier thanks leaders’ wives for understanding

KUCHING: Wives of state leaders came in for some well deserved praise from the head of the government here on Monday. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg put on record his appreciation for them, in particular, for understanding why their husbands have to be away much of

Multi-prong approach necessary to help autistic

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri has called for a multi-faceted approach to tackle challenges encountered by individuals with autism and their families in Sarawak. In making the call the federal Women, Family, and Community Development Minister drew attention to the growing number of autism cases in Sarawak and emphasised the

Bid to empower women against domestic violence

KUCHING: The ‘Semarak Skuad Waja’ programme aims to broaden the understanding and awareness of the squad in assisting communities of diverse ethnicity and backgrounds in Sarawak, particularly women. Federal Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said this initiative is launched in line with the ministry’s agenda

Economic and marital strain domestic violence triggers

KUCHING: Economic strain and third-party involvement are the foremost factors behind domestic violence cases in the country. Federal Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri asserted that an inability to meet the financial needs of the family can create tensions, prompting some individuals to lash out in

Awareness month to be launched on Feb 25

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Dental Health Division of the Sarawak State Health Department (JKNS) is set to organise the National Oral Cancer Awareness Month Launch Event at The Summer Shopping Mall here. Scheduled to be officiated by Health director-general Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan, the event will take place on Feb

Back to School Programme benefits 148 SK Telaga Air students

KUCHING: The Back to School Programme organised by the Santubong Parliamentary office on Friday (Feb 16) has benefitted a total of 148 students from SK Telaga Air. Federal Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri pointed out that the initiative aims to alleviate the burden on parents

Eyeing collabs on green energy technology

KUCHING: The European Union (EU) is keen on forming a bilateral partnership with the Sarawak government, particularly focusing on transitioning to green energy in the state. EU Ambassador to Malaysia Michalis Rokas, who also led the EU delegation, highlighted Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s interest in collaborating

MP threatened with harm by gangsters over angpow  

JULAU: Julau MP Datuk Larry Sng lodged a police report after gangsters allegedly planned to attack him. Sng, who had been distributing angpows as part of Chinese New Year celebrations, found himself embroiled in a tense confrontation with the gangsters, culminating in threats of violence and a reported plan to

Abang Johari urges continuous efforts to foster unity and development

BINTULU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called for continuous efforts to foster unity and development.  He praised the inclusive nature of Sarawak, noting its diversity of religious backgrounds.  As such, Abang Johari commended Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming’s initiative to request the construction