Tuesday, 7 April 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

SUPP Kuching polls: Kapitan calls for fair process

KUCHING: Padungan community leader Kapitan Lucas Yong has called for a transparent and fair process, free from external interference or manipulation as Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Kuching branch prepares for its elections on Nov 10. In a recent interview, he lashed out at certain individuals trying to disrupt unity

One-third representation: Associations make their stance

KUCHING: Several associations in Sarawak have called for an increase in parliamentary seats for Sabah and Sarawak to reflect their status as founding territories of Malaysia. The associations argue that Sabah and Sarawak should collectively hold at least one-third of the total parliamentary seats, ensuring the protection of the Malaysia

Completed Ikmas phase two project handed over

KUCHING: The second phase of the Sarawak Islamic Skills Institute (Ikmas) construction project has been fully completed, with a capacity to accommodate 550 students. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the RM34.289 million project was completed with the issuance of the Certificate of Practical Completion (CPC) on Aug

Tourism will benefit from cashless system, says Fadillah

KABONG: The launch of the Cashless Society Initiative by Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) will drive the potential of the district as a tourism town in Sarawak. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said a cashless system needs to be introduced and practised to enable and facilitate both local and

She asked, and she got a perfect score of 4.0 GPA

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Guided by the wisdom of a Malay proverb that translates to ‘if you’re too shy to ask, you will get lost,’ Nur Fatmadewi Dollah Chek’s journey of balancing work and studies led her to earn the prestigious 2024 Academic Award at the 3rd convocation ceremony of Professional and

UNIMAS, firm sign MoU on potential industrial applications of silicon manganese slags

KOTA SAMARAHAN: OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd (OM Sarawak) and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) have inked a memorandum of agreement (MoA) to explore the environmental suitability and potential industrial applications of silicon manganese (SiMn) slags. The collaboration emphasises both parties’ commitment to advance sustainable practices in the construction sector and

96 UNIMAS grads receive scrolls

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Ninety-six graduates received their scrolls during Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s (UNIMAS) third convocation ceremony of the Professional and Executive Programme (PEP), in line with its commitment to meet current industry needs and support professionals in enhancing their skills and knowledge. UNIMAS Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Ahmad Hata Rasit said UNIMAS

If music be the food of resilience, let’s play on …

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Coming from a family with a musical background, Putri Arysha Jemat Mohd Hafiz Jemat is making her mark by achieving an impressive 4.0 GPA upon graduating with an Executive Bachelor’s Degree in Music through the Professional and Executive Programmes (PEP) under Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Business School (UBS).

Scoot gets thumbs-up for comfort and ease of experience

TRAVELLING, especially for international trips, requires thorough planning. From choosing the right airline to understanding travel protocols, every detail contributes to the overall experience. Personally, I have always chosen airlines based in Malaysia. There is a sense of familiarity with them, and since I grew up in Peninsular, it is

Advocating for equitable seats distribution

KUCHING: As discussions regarding the redelineation of parliamentary constituencies gather momentum, numerous voices from Sarawak have started emphasizing the importance of achieving fair representation for the Borneo states. The notion of Sarawak and Sabah collectively securing one-third of parliamentary seats is in line with the historical commitments enshrined in the