Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Governor and wife charm public during visit to GHPO

KUALA LUMPUR: The approachable and down-to-earth nature of Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, was on full display during their visit to the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets (GHPO) today. The couple, who were out shopping at one

MCMC committed to ensuring seamless internet access during Sukma

KUCHING: The Malaysian government, through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), is committed to ensuring seamless internet access during the 2024 Malaysia Games (Sukma), which will take place from Aug 17 to 24. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said it is crucial to ensure all broadcasting, information dissemination, and live

Salary increment for civil servants not automatic but based on performance

KUCHING: The salary increment for civil servants through the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA), which will take effect on Dec 1, 2024, is not automatic and will be based on performance. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that civil servants, particularly those in the implementation group who perform excellently, will certainly

Malaysia’s social media licensing initiative draws attention from other countries

KUCHING: The Malaysian government’s initiative to implement social media licensing has garnered significant attention from various countries, particularly the United Kingdom’s Office of Communications (Ofcom). Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that shortly after the social media regulatory framework was announced to come into effect next year, Malaysia was approached by

Focus on downstream industries to attract foreign investors, says Fahmi

KUCHING: Malaysia must enhance value creation and concentrate on downstream industries by adjusting its trajectory, direction and specific policies to attract foreign investors. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil emphasised that the nation’s economy can no longer depend on traditional industries, though he noted that economic performance is currently on the right

Association show hospital some love

MIRI: The Miri Chicken Hash House Harriers donated RM14,180 worth of items to enhance patient comfort at Miri Hospital. The group of 61 members contributed pillows with durable PVC covers, air conditioners, chairs, and tables. Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew commended

RWMF winning slogan writer drives away with Mitsubishi Triton 4×4 VGT AT

KUCHING: The Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2024 Skill Contest celebrated two fortunate festival-goers with remarkable prizes for their creative slogans about the festival. First-time attendee of Sarawak’s premier annual event, Edwin Francis, won the Mitsubishi Triton 4×4 VGT AT Premium for his winning slogan: “I like the Rainforest World

Creating Muslim govt officers as frontliners in devt efforts

KUCHING: The 1446H Hijrah Discourse Programme themed ‘Al Falah Driving Sarawak My Homeland’ served as a platform to support the Sarawak government’s initiative for Muslim government officers. Sarawak Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) director Mual Suaud said this support is provided through lessons that can be drawn from the Hijrah of

Quantum of incentives for Sarawak SUKMA winning athletes to be announced later

KUCHING: The Sarawak Cabinet will have to have a thorough discussion before announcing the the amount of incentives for host athletes who win gold medals at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah was optimistic that the amount decided will

Over 100 new species found; Premier praises scientists

KUCHING: Sarawak has identified more than a hundred new species of plants and animals, including 24 species of amphibians and reptiles, over the past two decades. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg praised the efforts of local and international scientists in discovering these new species. “Scientists from