Tuesday, 5 August 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Confidence, artistic prowess – Dewi Remaja 2023 winner shares recipe for success

KUCHING: Nurelyana Baharin, crowned Dewi Remaja 2023, emphasises the significance of confidence plus a background in the arts for success in beauty pageants. Choosing to delay her entry into the pageant until completing a bachelor’s degree in theatre performance, Nurel attributes her success to a lifelong immersion in the arts.

Digital tech the way to go, SMEs told

KUCHING: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must embrace the development of digital technology in their businesses. Advisor to the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment (MINTRED) Datuk Seri Naroden Majais stressed the crucial role SMEs play in the country and the state’s economies, urging them to be proactive and

SPM student keeps it real as exam begins

KUCHING: The Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination, the one Form 5 students dread most, is a big deal as it brings them to the crossroads where important decisions will have to be made afterwards. Depending on the exam outcome, many will go on to pursue higher education while others, for

MP addresses slope failure concerns

PADAWAN: Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin has assured the people that he is committed to promptly resolving the issue of slope failure along the Semedang-Bau Road and has called for discussions on the matter. He expressed empathy for the residents’ plight, providing insights and updates on the situation. In

Extended heavy rainfall in Sarawak till Jan 12

KUCHING: Sarawak is bracing for continued heavy rainfall until Jan 12. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) has issued forecasts indicating persistent downpours in specific regions, including Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei and Mukah starting Thursday, Jan 11. Additionally, Pahang (Pekan and Rompin) and Johor (Kluang, Mersing, Kulai, Kota

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