Author: Nura V Lorna

Pullman reaches out in Ramadan spirit

KUCHING: Pullman Kuching spread the spirit of goodwill by giving out free bubur asyura to the faithful at Masjid Terapung Bandar Kuching on Friday. In a statement, its general manager Adrian Ng expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to share this special dish with the local Muslim community. “With the

Snowdan: Serian’s Ngiruman-Ngiradang should be included in calendar

TEBEDU: Datuk Snowdan Lawan has proposed that the Ngiruman-Ngiradang celebration be included in the calendar of events (COE) of the Serian Division Resident’s Office. The Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Deputy Ninister believes that the ceremony has the potential to attract many people. During the event, members of the

Serian MP calls for urgent action on retaining wall project

SERIAN: Retaining walls are urgently needed in Kampung Hulu and Kampung Hilir here to prevent riverbank erosion, said Serian Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk Seri Richard Riot. Riot said he had suggested a retaining wall along the two villages about two years ago and had previously written a letter requesting

We’re better at racial unity than other states: Riot

SERIAN: The concept of ‘majmuk’ or multi-ethnicity, is more prevalent in the state compared to other parts of the country, said Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem. The local representative noted that as a Member of Parliament (MP) for over 30 years, he has witnessed the different ways in which this

S’wak to enhance forest sustainable management efforts

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to improving its sustainable forest management efforts, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hassan. Awang Tengah who is the Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC, also known as PUSAKA) board of management chairman, said several initiatives will be undertaken, including ensuring all

Call for release of Kajang community guide

KUCHING: The Sarawak Kajang Ethnic Community Association (PKEKS) is urging the Sarawak Native Customs and Traditions Council (c) to release its ‘Buku Adet Kajang’, which has been delayed for three years. PKEKS special advisor Jay Jonoi Surai said that it is hightime for MAIS to officially release the book. He

Crypto miners spark warning from Sarawak Energy

MIRI: Sarawak Energy has issued a warning regarding the risks of electricity theft, particularly for cryptocurrency mining activities. This warning comes after an incident where an illegal power connection was used to supply electricity to 74 cryptocurrency mining servers, resulting in a fire that caused significant damage and losses for

Doctor advises caution on consuming pufferfish

KUCHING: Fish is a vital source of protein for many people around the world, and it is an essential part of a healthy diet. However, certain species of fish can be deadly if not prepared and consumed correctly.  A recent incident of pufferfish poisoning has raised concerns over the dangers

Young volunteers pledge support to state’s green economy initiatives

KUCHING: AZAM Young Souls (AYS), a network of Kuching young volunteers, has pledged to support the Sarawak government’s efforts towards a green economy. Bearing a new theme, the AYS will be more geared towards global citizenship and sustainable development goals. Its chairman Mohamad Ariff Irwani Azahari, in announcing the new

Fatimah donates RM51,000 to mosques and suraus

DALAT: Dalat Assemblywoman Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has generously donated RM51,000 to cover the utility bills of nine mosques and twelve suraus in her constituency during the holy month of Ramadan. The personal donation was specifically allocated to cover the cost of electricity and water bills. Each of the nine