Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

Premier keen to tap full potential of apong

PUSA: Sarawak aims to enhance the value of palm-based industries through scientific research. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has towards this end directed that significant attention be given to research aimed at extracting premium-quality ‘garam apong’ (nipah palm salt). He expressed a desire to explore new

Miri to host King’s birthday do

MIRI: A high tea reception will highlight the state-level celebration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s official birthday to be held at Pullman Hotel Miri on June 5. The celebration will feature the diverse cultural heritage of Sarawak through special performances showcasing various traditional dances and musical rhythms, in addition to

New national parks added to SFC portal

KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has added six new national parks to their visitor self-registration portal, allowing for easier planning and accessibility for nature enthusiasts. Visitors can now register their visits to Kubah National Park, Matang Wildlife Centre, Gunung Gading National Park, Similajau National Park, Lambir National Park, and

UKAS holds Gawai event at Marudi longhouse

MARUDI: The Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) continued its ‘Ngabang Gawai’ programme at the Rumah Gawong Sungai Selejau Asal Marudi yesterday (May 28). The programme was held in conjunction with the upcoming Gawai Dayak celebration, which is a symbol of gratitude for the blessings and achievements attained by the Dayak

Move to create a tech savvy smart society

DALAT: Digitising the Grassroots Community Programme (Program Mendigitalisasi Komuniti Akar Umbi) is in line with the state’s agenda to create a smart society supported by digital technology, knowledge, and innovation. The programme, organised by the Sarawak State Library (Pustaka) and the Angkatan Zaman Mansang (AZAM) Sarawak in collaboration with the

Mira takes kek lapis to premium level

MIRA Cake House, a renowned brand specialising in Sarawak layered cakes or kek lapis Sarawak, has established multiple branches since its inception, including in Kuala Lumpur. The company reached yet another milestone with the grand opening of its first premium outlet, Mira Cake House Premium Outlet, situated at Metrocity in

Promoting Lawas, Limbang to divisions vital to boost regional growth

LAWAS: It is vital to take Lawas and Limbang into consideration for division status as a crucial step towards regional development. As such, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan expressed his gratitude to the Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who agreed to initiate a study

Sarawak to keep upholding stability, unity under GPS

LAWAS: Sarawak will continue to uphold unity and stability under Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) leadership, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. With a successful tenure of 60 years, he said that unity among diverse communities living together as one family sets Sarawak apart from other regions. “We have

Tebedu’s Desa Fair and MyRakyat Sale drive development, says deputy minister

TEBEDU: The Desa Fair Tebedu Programme and MyRakyat Sale are driving socio-economic development in the area, said Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Martin Ben. He said during the three-day programme, local residents have the opportunity to promote and market their agricultural products and more. “This programme

Move to preserve Sekapan-Malay language

KUCHING: The workshop on the validation of the Sekapan-Malay Language Vocabulary Manuscript has yielded promising outcomes for the preservation of the Sekapan language. Held from May 23 to 26, the workshop was a joint initiative of the Sekapan Ethnic Association, Belaga, and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP). One of the