Thursday, 12 June 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

RM17 mln Ikhwanul Islam Taman Sukma Mosque officially opens

KUCHING: The new Ikhwanul Islam Taman Sukma Mosque, which has been relocated in front of the old mosque, was officially opened by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof last night (March 4). The new mosque, which can accommodate up to 3,000 people at a time, was built at a

Credibility of unity government depends on performance

KUCHING: The credibility of the unity government will be determined by how well it does in implementing initiatives within 100 days of taking office. With the objective of convincing the nation that the government is serious and works to implement the manifesto – fighting for efforts to assist the people

Cheongsam event brings cultural mix to the fore

BINTULU: Grace and poise took centre stage at the International Women’s Day celebration here with a cheongsam competition organised by the Bintulu Chinese Women’s Association. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang said the competition not only highlighted the culture of the Chinese community but also highlighted the beauty of unity and

Old but amusingly newly repainted buffalo statue

SERIAN: A photo of a water buffalo statue in the city recently amused the people in social media for having a peculiar appearance. Rumours said the statue was built before the year 2000, and since then, the effects of time have worn on it. The paint was chipping, the metal

Telco towers must be fully operational

LUBOK ANTU: Telecommunication towers that have been established in the constituency must be fully operational with communication network and internet services. Local Member of Parliament (MP) Roy Angau Gingkoi emphasised the need for the connection line to be operational and completed by the end of 2023. “It must be clear

Kindy teachers pursue studies in early childhood education

KUCHING: Collaboration between the Sarawak Mosque Welfare Trust Board (LAKMNS) and Open University Malaysia (OUM) provides an opportunity for kindergarten teachers under LAKMNS to pursue their studies in early childhood education. LAKMNS chief executive officer Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai said the cooperation between the two parties benefits teachers

OUM to expand ties with state agencies, bodies

KUCHING: The Open University Malaysia (OUM) Kuching Learning Centre is looking to expand its collaboration with various state government agencies and organisations in hopes of strengthening education. Its director Hamimah Kipli stressed the significance of bridging the educational gap between urban and rural dwellers through its open and distance learning

Ministry supports MoE to improve subpar schools

KUCHING: The Ministry of Works is committed to assisting the Education Ministry (MoE), said Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. The Works Minister applauded the budgetary provisions made under the development budget for projects to improve subpar school buildings in Malaysia, especially Sabah and Sarawak. He noted that his ministry, through

Anti-flood park in Batu Kawah mulled

KUCHING: A park near Pine Square in MJC, Batu Kawah here has been suggested to be converted into an anti-flood park with a sunken basin that could hold and redirect a significant amount of rainwater to prevent flooding in the area. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said

Palm oil operators urged to get MSPO certification

SERIAN: Palm oil operators, especially smallholders, are urged to register for the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Certification. Deputy Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Martin Ben said the government is committed to helping smallholders obtain the certification for sustainable palm oil production and increase productivity of fresh fruit