Monday, 30 March 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

Kuching Cat Museum features Singapura Cat in monthly exhibition

KUCHING: The Singapura cat, also known as Kucinta, is the highlight of this month’s artifact exhibition at the city’s Cat Museum. Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) in a Facebook post said the monthly exhibition is part of the museum’s ongoing initiative to showcase unique feline-related artifacts from around the world.

TYT: Elevate Kaul Festival as key cultural event

KUCHING: The iconic Mukah Kaul Festival is an important cultural heritage of the Melanau community, serving as a key symbol of Sarawak’s identity and fostering unity and harmony among its diverse population. Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar expressed hope that the festival would continue

Entrepreneurship centre in Lawas fully operational by June 1

LAWAS: Anjung Usahawan Lawas is set to be fully operational by June 1, providing a new hub for business activities and supporting local economic growth. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the RM3.8 million project will serve as a key commercial center in the constituency. He said

Embracing emerging technologies

LEADERSHIP is a collective effort and must adapt to the evolving needs of a diverse workforce, especially in light of emerging technologies. Chief executive officer (CEO) of the Leadership Institute of the Sarawak Civil Service, Datuk Dr Azhar Ahmad, stressed the importance of embracing change and ensuring that leadership practices

PETROS formally reaching out to PETRONAS on more detailed oil and gas collaboration

KUCHING: Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (PETROS) has formally reached out to Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS) to discuss the details of a potential collaboration in Sarawak’s oil and gas industry. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said PETROS recently sent a letter to PETRONAS outlining the need to address key administrative

Malaysians reminded to foster mutual respect, avoid incitement

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has called on all strata of society, including politicians, individuals and associations, to foster unity and avoid actions that could incite racial or religious discord. Commenting on the recent controversy involving three Era FM radio hosts who were suspended following a video

Agreement on Muar’s funding allocation to be finalised

KUCHING: The Federal Government is in the final stage of finalising an agreement with Muar Member of Parliament (MP), Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, on his constituency’s funding allocation, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said that while Syed Saddiq had formally submitted a letter and met

Sarawak expands Sumbangsih Raya aid to Gawai and Chinese New Year celebrations

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will extend the annual Sumbangsih Raya aid, traditionally given to enforcement personnel working during Hari Raya, to also benefit those on duty during Gawai and Chinese New Year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this initiative aims to bring festive joy to

Obligation awareness leads to significant rise in zakat payments

SIMANGGANG: The awareness about the obligation to pay zakat among the Muslim community of Sarawak has led to a significant rise in zakat fitrah payments that have reached 96 per cent. Baitulmal Sarawak’s General Manager, Datuk Abang Mohamad Shibi Abang Mohamad Nailie, said that this is attributed to the ease

Expanded European air connectivity to benefit Sarawak

KUCHING: Sarawak is set to benefit from expanded European air connectivity. Discussions between the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MoTAC) and major international partners are focusing on enhancing travel access to the region. During recent meetings with Nowa Itaka (a Polish travel agency) and the Lufthansa Group (a German