Tuesday, 12 August 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Bridge in Song collapses; Nanta takes prompt action

KAPIT: A bridge at the Tekalit-Musah Road in Song collapsed at 9.30 pm last night (Sept 21) leaving residents and authorities alarmed. In a swift reaction, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has taken immediate action. “I have gathered essential information from local officials and will personally visit the

Ample opportunities in arts and culture industry

KUCHING: Sarawak’s young generation should take advantage of opportunities presented by the arts and culture industry. Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman said the Sarawak government is giving significant attention to the arts and culture sector in the state, which is set to create opportunities and space for the younger generation.

Move to boost STEM education

KOTA SAMARAHAN: A special committee to boost STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education will be established this year. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang said plans are in motion to form a Special STEM committee to address a decline in the number of high school graduates entering

Serian to get a Malay temenggong soon

SERIAN: A recommendation has been made to appoint a Malay temenggong in the division. Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Datuk Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the appointment is currently in progress, though the exact timeline remains shrouded in uncertainty. While expressing his eagerness for swift action, Sagah asserted

WWF-Malaysia celebrates indigenous conservation efforts

KUCHING: World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-Malaysia recently hosted a forum and mini-exhibition in conjunction with the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. The event aimed to recognise and learn from the deep-rooted cultures of various indigenous groups in the region, all of whom have been champions of conservation.

US Embassy, AZAM strengthen strategic partnership

KUCHING: AZAM Sarawak is fortifying its strategic partnership with the United States Embassy in Kuala Lumpur to foster development awareness and active engagement among stakeholders in Sarawak. AZAM chairman Datuk William Patrick Nyigor expressed his gratitude to the US Embassy for its unwavering support in providing subject matter experts who

Sarawak housewife claims RM17.3 mln jackpot

KUCHING: A housewife from Sarawak has emerged as the biggest winner in the recent RM22.9 million Sports Toto 4D Jackpot 1, which was shared among lucky winners from Melaka, Selangor, Sarawak, and Sabah on Sept 9. STM Lottery Sdn Bhd in a statement said the 53-year-old Sarawak resident, who isn’t

Abused children now have an effective platform to turn to

KUCHING: The Department of Child Development is the best platform to promptly address child neglect and abuse issues. Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the department, which became operational on Sept 1, is capable of providing quality services to the people, especially children. These

A knack for storytelling sets Malcolm apart

MALCOLM Mejin is the creative mind behind the captivating “Diary of a Rich Kid” series. In 2017, he embarked on a writing journey purely for fun, crafting stories that he never initially intended to share with the world. Little did he know that a friend’s advice would lead him to

Muda plans Sarawak tour for party insight

KUCHING: The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) plans a Sarawak roadshow to find the best path for the party’s future. Its president Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman said they hope to complete this effort by the end of the year. During a Muda town hall session at Indah Cafe on Saturday,