Thursday, 2 April 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

Lecture highlights AI’s potential to reshape teaching and learning

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) hosted the inaugural lecture of Professor Dr Chen Chwen Jen, an esteemed expert in Learning Design and Technology, at DeTAR PUTRA yesterday (Dec 19). Her lecture, themed ‘Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Learning,’ delved into how AI is reshaping educational landscapes and transforming teaching and

Smart TVs for all classrooms: A first for SK Sacred Heart

KUCHING: Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sacred Heart here has become the first national primary school in Kuching to equip every classroom with smart televisions (TVs), setting a benchmark for digital education in the region. This ground-breaking initiative is part of a programme by Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, through his service

Scouters complete leadership course

KUCHING: A total of 34 scouters from Kuching, Bau, Padawan and Petra Jaya completed a three-day leadership course at the Scout headquarters, aimed at strengthening their leadership capabilities. Chief Scout Commissioner of Sarawak Capt Zainuddin Hamdan lauded the participants for their shared commitment to enhance leadership skills and contributing to

Sarawak one of M’sia’s top economic powerhouses

SARAWAK has marked a significant milestone in its economic development this year, reinforcing its position as a vital contributor to Malaysia’s overall economic landscape. The state’s growth trajectory has been largely driven by strategic initiatives focusing on infrastructure enhancement, investment attraction and sustainability. This article explores Sarawak’s economic performance in

Beting Maro to become food, agriculture hub

PUSA: Beting Maro assemblyman Razaili Gapor has outlined plans to transform his constituency into a hub for food, agriculture, livestock, and fisheries production. He said that RM4 million has been allocated for this initiative, which includes the construction of a processing plant for agriculture-based products. The initiative will focus on

UKPS presents operational uniform to TYT

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar was presented with the operational uniform of the Sarawak Security and Enforcement Unit (UKPS) during a courtesy call at Astana Negeri Sarawak today. The presentation also included several souvenirs symbolising the unit’s history and achievements.  UKPS Director Datuk

Rockin’ in the rainforest on Dec 28

KUCHING: Calling all rock enthusiasts! The idyllic Sarawak Cultural Village is set to transform into a mosh pit paradise from Dec 28-29 as the highly anticipated Rock in the Jungle (RITJ) festival takes centre stage. Organised by Authentic Ideas & Events with the backing of the Ministry of Tourism, Creative

Sape sculpture, Orang Ulu dance set world records

BELAGA: The 2024 Apau Koyan Cultural Festival has made history with two Elite World Record achievements. One involved the creation of the world’s largest sape sculpture, measuring 12.19 metres in length, and crafted from recycled metal. Adding to this achievement was a record-breaking performance of traditional Orang Ulu music and

PBB Mambong branch supports uncontested top leadership posts

KUCHING: The Mambong branch of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) has resolved to support the retaining of the party president and deputy president posts uncontested in its upcoming elections. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas commended the branch for its stance, describing it as a testament to the members’