Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

MPP achieves record growth in RTP implementation for 2023

PADAWAN: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has reported a surge in Rural Transformation Projects (RTPs) for 2023. MPP chairman Tan Kai said the council had successfully implemented a total of 103 RTP projects totaling RM16.315 million throughout the year. He added the significant increase surpasses the accomplishments of 2022, which

RM10,000 contribution to Kampung Batu Bedang women’s bureau and security committee

SERIAN: Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom has contributed RM10,000 each to the Women’s Bureau and Village Security and Development Committee of Kampung Batu Bedang. The Food Industry, Commodities, and Regional Development Minister extended his generosity when gracing the Thanksgiving and Christmas festivities held at the village multipurpose hall last

Grand celebration marks St Luke’s Church 160th anniversary

SIMANGGANG: A momentous celebration unfolded at the Sri Aman Civic Hall, commemorating the 160th anniversary of St Luke’s Church on Thursday (Dec 28). The event, graced by the Bishop of Kuching and Brunei Darussalam, Rt Rev Datuk Danald Jute, and his spouse, welcomed esteemed contributors who added significance to the

Political observer commends Indonesia’s rise on global stage

KUCHING: Political observer Datuk Peter Minos has praised Indonesia’s steady and confident ascent on the global stage, predicting a future of developed status by 2050 or even earlier. Reflecting on his visit to Jakarta three years ago, he acknowledged the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic but highlighted the nation’s

DPM Fadillah outlines Sarawak’s strategic vision for 2024

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof envisions a strategic commitment to sustainable development, resolving Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) issues, and fostering unity for the development and prosperity of Sarawak and the nation in the upcoming year of 2024. Aligned with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun

Two longhouses receive MRP cheques

MUKAH: Tanjong Manis MP Ir Yusuf Abdul Wahab, who also serves as the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) chairman, recently visited several longhouses here to distribute cheques for minor rural projects (MRP). At Rumah (Rh) Wun Ering in Bakerkong, he presented a RM20,000 MRP cheque for the collective repair of

Sarawak plans comprehensive student assessment system to meet global standards

KUCHING: In a bid to assess students’ performance against global benchmarks, Sarawak is set to introduce a student assessment system for Year 6 and Form 3 in 2025 to evaluate students not just within the state or Malaysia but also in alignment with international standards. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation,

No discrimination; we don’t view Chinese school students as stepchildren: Dr Annuar

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is the only state government prioritising policies for students of Independent Chinese Secondary Schools (ICSS). Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee asserted that ICSS students can contribute to the state’s development. Despite debates and challenges in implementation, the Sarawak government

Fadillah’s appointment expected to expedite Sarawak’s pursuit of education autonomy

KUCHING: The recent appointment of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) senior vice president Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof as the minister overseeing Sabah and Sarawak affairs is expected to speed up the application process for Sarawak’s pursuit of education autonomy under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Deputy Education, Innovation, and Talent