Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Author: Nurin Patra

Igan MP acknowledges women’s crucial role in building harmonious society

MATU: Women play a key role in building a harmonious society through their strong presence in family life. Igan MP Ahmad Johnie Zawawi expressed his appreciation for the commitment and active involvement of women in shaping a peaceful and prosperous community. Women play a vital role as the backbone of

Sarawak to host inaugural International Construction Week Borneo Edition

KUCHING: Sarawak set to take centre stage in Southeast Asia’s construction industry as it hosts the inaugural International Construction Week (ICW) Borneo Edition from May 13 to 14 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Organised by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia in collaboration with Qube Integrated Malaysia

Sarawak, Singapore explore water as revenue-generating resource

KUCHING: Potential collaboration between Sarawak and Singapore could help turn water into a key economic driver by generating revenue, clean energy and industrial growth. Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni that the proposed collaboration will involve the Ministry as well as the Ministry of

Nancy contributes RM30K to support autism community

KUCHING: Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, has pledged a RM30,000 contribution to the Kuching Autistic Association (KAA). She announced this during the eighth edition of the Meow Autism Run 2025 held at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) foyer today, where over 3,000 participants gathered

Sarawak leads in groundbreaking ‘first-in-human’ medical trials

KUCHING: Sarawak is now at the forefront of groundbreaking ‘first-in-human’ medical trials, says Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The Public Health, Housing and Local Government Minister also highlighted the state’s growing international presence in medical research, led by homegrown talent like oncologist, Dr Voon Pei Jye. “Like

State Secretary pays respects to late Premier’s Department officer

KUCHING: State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar has paid a visit to the family of the late Premier’s Department officer Navin Navaratnam who was involved in a fatal accident on Thursday (Apr 10). In a press release, it was stated that Abu Bakar visited the family at their residence

Kuching Civic Centre redevelopment planned after partial roof collapse

KUCHING: The Kuching Civic Centre is set for redevelopment following recent safety concerns after part of its roof collapsed into a nearby resident’s garden. The collapse has sparked alarm over the deteriorating condition of the Civic Centre, prompting the Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Ministry to prioritise its future. Their

Sport tourism boosts local economy and sports standard

KUCHING:  Sport tourism brings economic impact to the local community, and also improves the quality and standard of sports both locally and globally, says Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu. The Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Deputy Minister said that the influx of international sporting events are helping to drive local businesses, with

FELCRA gives back with zakat payment

KUCHING: Federal Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (FELCRA) Pelita Jemoreng Sdn Bhd fulfilled its corporate social responsibility by donating business zakat amounting to RM814,971.23 to Sarawak Baitulmal Fund (TBS) yesterday (April 8). The zakat donation was handed over by FELCRA Pelita Jemoreng Sdn Bhd chairman Datuk Sr Zaidi Mahdi to

Pawsitive Vibes: A café with a mission to rescue strays

KUCHING: Nestled among the charming shophouses of Carpenter Street, a café that fuels both bellies and feline welfare has quietly blossomed in the heart of the city. Pawsitive Vibes, founded by UK natives Greg Larcombe, 40, and Anthony Waller, 42, is not just a café but a growing mission dedicated