SERIAN: Bringing a ray of Ramadan cheer, Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem has extended financial assistance to the family of a deceased mualaf. Following his attendance at a breaking of fast programme at the Serian Division mosque last night (Mar 22), Riot visited the three children who now
BY NURA V LORNA & SAMUEL KARUNIA KORNO KUCHING: Individuals ‘bare themselves naked’ the moment they fill out the Central Database Hub (PADU), said Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. While expressing his opposition to the new system, he said the intrusive nature
LAWAS: The Sarawak government is in discussions with Brunei Darussalam to extend the operating hours at the Sarawak-Brunei border entry points. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that extending the operating hours until midnight could alleviate congestion issues at the border between the two regions. Currently, the
SERIAN: A total of four projects totalling RM900,000 will be implemented in several areas here. These projects, overseen by the Serian Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) are integral components of the 29 initiatives underway in the Bukit Semuja area. Assemblyman John Ilus oversaw the project handover session under the
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Muara Tuang community leaders and village chiefs launched a food drive, distributing 500 packs of bubur lambuk to the local community at Masjid Darul Ikhlas Kampung Sindang here. The day began with a collaborative effort in the morning to prepare and distribute the local dish. The distribution event
SARIKEI: The spirit of giving flourished as 241 individuals received generous donations totalling RM12,050. The donations, provided by the Kuala Rajang Islamic Welfare Trust Board (LAKIKR) and the Kuala Rajang branch Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) service centre, brought relief and joy to the recipients. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration
SRI AMAN: The District Office recently spearheaded a series of initiatives aimed at raising awareness about substance abuse prevention and extending aid for Ramadan within the community. Under the One Stop Committee (OSC) Addressing Substance Abuse (MIDS), these programmes sought to address pressing issues while fostering a spirit of community
KUCHING: Sarawak is working with Indonesia in the development of the Nusantara region, focusing on East Kalimantan and North Kalimantan. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said through Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB), the state government holds a 25 per cent stake in the hydroelectric power generation project in
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will increase its allocation for the ‘Sumbangsih Raya’ programme next year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said his wife had proposed that next year, in addition to snacks, instant noodles be added to the contributions given to enforcement personnel. He said those on duty
KUCHING: Malaysians are set to embrace a seamless shopping experience across Southeast Asia, including Japan, as the country unveiled plans to harmonise its QR code payment systems with those of Southeast Asian nations. Nikkei Asia, in a news report, said that by fiscal 2025, individuals can expect to make use
