Thursday, 24 July 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Tips for SPM students from Sarawak Education director

KUCHING: Sarawak Education director Datuk Dr Azhar Ahmad visited SMK Bandar Baru Semariang today to inspire students sitting for the Sijil Peperiksaan Malaysia (SPM) examinations. He took the opportunity to provide exam tips to the SPM candidates, encouraging the students to do their best results, He said success in education

Heart-wrenching as ambulance delay ends in tragic outcome

KUCHING: An ambulance transporting patient Morgan Alban encountered delays on Jalan Sri Aman-Kuching recently, resulting in the death of a patient. Morgan’s wife Annie Andrew expressed deep sorrow as the failure of an SUV to give way led to her husband’s tragic death. A grieving Annie said in her Facebook

Sibuti rep proposes installation of 45-metre flagpole in Miri

MIRI: Sibuti assemblyman Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni has put forward a proposal for the installation of a 45-metre flagpole in Miri. Conveying his gratitude to Petronas for its contribution toward erecting Southeast Asia’s tallest flagpole near the State Legislative Assembly in Kuching, he expressed hope for a similar initiative in

Mixed reactions to festive offer

KUCHING: In anticipation of the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations, AirAsia has announced a special offer targeting Sarawakians returning home for the festive season. Passengers flying to Sarawak will enjoy a fixed price of RM298 during this period, covering flights from Kuala Lumpur to Miri, Sibu, Kuching, and Bintulu, as

Improvements on the card for coastal erosion project

MIRI: The design of the Coastal Erosion Control Project in Kampung Batu 1 here will be improved to address the issue of wood debris surfacing along the coastline. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin highlighted that this problem has hindered fishing boats from smoothly navigating the waters, particularly in

Donations ease hardship for fire victims

KUCHING: In response to the recent fire in Kampung Bintawa Hilir, which destroyed nine homes today (Jan 5), the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) and the Kuching Love Book Association (38 Yayasan Amal Cinta) have come forward to assist the victims. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng, alongside the association’s representative

Interim clinic near Long Lama RGC mulled

MIRI: The Ministry of Health (MoH) is actively identifying a suitable site for the construction of an interim clinic to replace the health operation at Long Lama Community Hall. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni stated that areas near the Rural Growth Centre (RGC) in Long Lama have been pinpointed. He

Construction underway for regional hospitals, says Lukanisman

MIRI: Initiating steps towards setting up regional hospitals in key regions of Sarawak, construction is in progress for a new building dedicated to healthcare in the area. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni highlighted the long-term commitment involved in planning clinics or hospitals, underscoring the Health Ministry’s (MoH) pursuit

Miri clinic faces staffing challenges

MIRI: The Miri City Health Clinic, which started operation on Jan 2, continues to face a staff shortage of between 40 and 50 per cent, revealed Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni. Lukanisman said the clinic is currently functioning with just 50 – 60 per cent staff capacity, indicating

New Year Resolution charity run draws over 1,800 participants

KUCHING: Residents in Kuching South City kicked off the first day of the new year with a New Year Resolution Charity Run held at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) premises. The event, which commenced at 6am, was flagged off by Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng. He commended the participation