Author: Nura V Lorna

Town abuzz with last minute shoppers

SERIAN: As Christmas draws near, the town of Serian experiences a festive buzz with the arrival of the Christian celebration. In times past, this predominantly Bidayuh area witnessed local residents flocking to the town for last-minute holiday shopping, causing the roads to become congested. Recalling my high school days, I

Mission schools receive UNIFOR grants

KUCHING: The St. Teresa’s Kuching Primary School and the St. Joseph’s Kuching Secondary School received grants from the Sarawak government via the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR). The financial assistance is part of the ‘Sarawak Missionary School Fund Assistance for 2023—Phase 2’ and was presented by Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim

Sarawak’s ongoing need for teachers prompts call for holistic solutions

KUCHING: Approximately 1,500 teachers across various disciplines are needed to fill vacant teaching positions in Sarawak. Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said a holistic approach is required to address the ongoing shortage. He said that the placement of 1,108 new teachers in

Covid-19: Fatimah gives assurance on early childhood institutions

KUCHING: Every effort will be made to monitor the implementation of procedures in all early childhood institutions in Sarawak in light of the growing number of Covid-19 cases. Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah who gave the assurance said this will be done in collaboration

MySejahtera app powerful tool in Covid-19 fight

KUCHING: A medical expert has highlighted the significant benefits of the MySejahtera app, emphasising its role in enhancing user access to healthcare information and streamlining the reporting process during the Covid-19 pandemic. Associate Professor Dr Helmy Hazmi of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s (Unimas) Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences lauded the

Proactive steps to curb the virus

KUCHING: In response to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases since December 10, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has introduced five key strategies deemed proactive in curbing the pandemic’s spread. Dr. Siti Rashidah Abu Bakar, a medical officer at the Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) Blood Bank, endorsed these measures. “While

Multifaceted approach vital to tackle Covid-19

KUCHING: Community empowerment is crucial to the ongoing battle against a resurgent Covid-19 virus. Associate Professor Dr Helmy Hazmi of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s (Unimas) Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences said it was important to take a multifaceted approach to tackling the problem. In response to the recent Covid-19 status update

Ora Good Cat paves way for sustainable driving

KUCHING: Ora Good Cat is heralding the future of sustainable driving in Malaysia, combining affordability, longevity, and eco-friendly innovation in electric vehicles. The latest fully-electric offering from Great Wall Motor (GWM) in the Malaysian market, Ora Good Cat, underscores the brand’s commitment to cutting-edge electric vehicle technology. Hosted by GWM’s

Business capital assistance initiative pays dividends

MUKAH: A Women, Family, and Community Development Ministry (KPWKM) initiative to assist women into the world of business has produced outstanding results. As much as 90 per cent of participants of the ‘Wanita Bangkit@KPWKM MyKasih Kapital’ have been earning a sustained income by operating businesses from home. Minister Datuk Seri

Uplift rural communities via united approach

KUCHING: Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos has urged a united approach to fulfil the obligation of supporting and uplifting rural communities. Minos commended Kota Samarahan MP Datuk Rubiah Wang who serves as Rural and Regional Development (KKWD) Deputy Minister for her impassioned plea to rally support