Monday, 15 December 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Explore new areas, SKM tells cooperative movement

KUCHING: The opening of the Co-opbank Pertama’s (CBP) second Kuching branch aligns with CBP’s strategic plan to further expand its business in Sarawak. Cooperative Commission of Malaysia (SKM) deputy chief executive officer (CEO) Amran Abd Kadir said they have received an application from the Bau Koperasi Penanam Sawit Mampan (KPSM)

Kucei’s Kitchen 7th Mile extends olive branch following social media controversy

KUCHING: Kucei’s Kitchen 7th Mile has issued an official statement extending an apology in response to a recent social media controversy involving a family member’s reaction to constructive criticism. The controversy arose when Facebook user Jong Shiau Chin shared feedback about their famous Rojak Kucei at Batu Lintang. The viral

Kilat Boy is HIKMAH Sarawak Youth Icon

KUCHING: National professional boxer Daeloniel McDelon Bong, also known as Kilat Boy, has been appointed as the Harakah Islamiah (HIKMAH) Sarawak Youth Icon 2024. He formalised his role by signing the appointment deed alongside HIKMAH chief executive officer, Alwi Morshidi, during a courtesy visit from the Sahabat Belia HIKMAH (SBH)

Over 99,000 Sarawakians register in PADU system

KUCHING: A total of 99,145 Sarawakians have registered in the Central Database Hub (PADU) system. PADU reported that the number of successfully registered individuals has reached 996,926 as of January 11, 2024, at 11.59 pm. As such, PADU encouraged Malaysians to register and update their information on the PADU system

Pilot project for business licence applications, renewals

KUCHING: A pilot project aimed at facilitating business licence applications and renewals will be implemented in various areas in Sarawak. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian explained that this initiative followed challenges in obtaining business licences. “Currently, processes and procedures for obtaining business licences in Sarawak are not uniform between

Pahang Regent’s royal date with Sarawak

KUCHING: Pahang Regent Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah will make a four-day visit to Sarawak from Jan 15 to 19. In a recent Instagram story, he conveyed his excitement, saying: “Dear Sarawakians, I am on the way.” During his visit, he will discuss on

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