Thursday, 19 March 2026

Author: Nurin Patra

Imperial Hotel Bintulu opens as new benchmark for business and tourism

BINTULU: The newly launched Imperial Hotel Bintulu is set to enhance this town’s role as a business and tourism hub, offering world-class hospitality for conferences, corporate travel, and international visitors. Shin Yang Group of Companies Group executive vice chairman and Group managing director Datuk James Ling Lu Kiong said that

Premier unveils Samalaju satellite township

BINTULU: Bintulu’s growth continues with plans to develop a small satellite township in Samalaju to support its expanding industrial and residential landscape. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the proposed satellite township is crucial in accommodating the growing demand for housing, infrastructure, and services in the

UNIFOR’s role in making Sarawak as a model of unity in Malaysia

KUCHING: The Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has cultivated a strong and stable ecosystem of interfaith harmony that positions Sarawak as a model of unity across Malaysia. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari said UNIFOR, the only one of its kind in the country, is a clear reflection of

Heritage craft workshops revive simo, bead-making traditions

KUCHING: A two-day series of heritage craft workshops organised by the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) Commercial and Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) attracted strong participation as locals reconnected with traditional skills of embroidery and bead-making. The free Simo Embroidery Workshop ( Bengkel Jahitan Simo ) on July 19

RM3.5 million raised to expand ‘Teratak Kasih Tok Nan’ HIV outreach

KUCHING: Sarawak’s commitment to improving HIV care has received a major boost, with RM3.5 million raised to support the expansion of the ‘Teratak Kasih Tok Nan’ (TKTN) programme across the state. The total includes a RM2.25 million allocation from the Sarawak Government, which will go towards staffing and operational costs

Patriotism echoes in Sarawak Independence Poetry contest

KUCHING: Poetry took centre stage as a powerful expression of patriotism, cultural identity, and national pride during the 2025 Sarawak-level 39th Independence Poetry Recitation Competition. DBP Sarawak Branch director Dr Azizul Ismail, who officiated the closing ceremony, said the event plays a vital role in shaping creative and innovative individuals

Shell adds GTL SaraCare to product application range

KUCHING: Shell MDS Malaysia launched its Shell GTL SaraCare, a groundbreaking addition to its product application range, during the 2025 International Energy Week (IEW) at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) here, Tuesday (July 15). The launch took place at the Shell Booth around 11.30am, officiated by Deputy Minister for

Strong support grows for Good Samaritan Act

KUCHING: The public have voiced strong support for the proposed Good Samaritan Act, which aims to provide legal protection to individuals who voluntarily offer assistance during emergencies. As reported in Bernama on July 13, the call for the Act was made by Alliance for a Safe Community chairman Tan Sri

ASEAN Youth Volunteers catalyst for future regional transformation

KUCHING: A total of 36 youth delegates will be involved in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Youth Volunteer Programme 2025, highlighting the power of regional youth in driving meaningful transformation. The programme will bring together 22 youth representatives from 11 ASEAN member countries, namely Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia,

SDNU Siol Kandis Hall, futsal court set for upgrades

KUCHING: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) Siol Kandis branch hall and the Siol Kandis futsal court will be upgraded to enhance community use for cultural and sports activities. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof his service centre would coordinate with the SDNU Siol Kandis branch to initiate discussions