Tuesday, 9 December 2025

Author: Nurin Patra

Centenarian father of SABC president passes on

KUCHING: Centenarian Chan Sui Guan, the father of Sarawak Australia Business Chamber (SABC) president Rodger Chan, died on Tuesday (Jan 28). He was 104. In a Facebook post on Saturday, Rodger said his father passed away on the eve of Chinese New Year, a time typically filled with joy and

Sarawak launches safe haven for girls in need

KUCHING: Sarawak first-ever ‘Dawn Hope’ facility is more than just a transit shelter, said Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. She said that it is a sanctuary for young girls to heal, learn, and rebuild their lives. “Here, they will receive essential support including protection, healthcare,

Relief efforts to ease hardship of flood victims

KUCHING: As floodwaters continue to rise in the state, Maxim E-hailing has stepped forward to support flood victims in Bintulu by donating crucial supplies. According to the State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat, Bintulu had the highest number of evacuees with 4,021 (1,090 families) affected and moved to safe locations. In

Collective effort essential to address teenage pregnancies

KUCHING: Addressing teenage pregnancies requires collective effort from all sectors of society to build a nurturing and protective environment. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that parents, educators and communities must take the lead in guiding children towards informed, responsible choices. “Our teenagers today are

Single water entity by mid-year

KUCHING: Sarawak’s single water entity is expected to be operational in the second quarter of this year. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said that the preparations are currently focused on refining the operational model, human resources structure, salary schemes and other related aspects. “The integration was approved

PERANTIS programme targets 5,000 women participants

KUCHING: Women empowerment will be stepped up further as Women’s Leadership Apprenticeship Initiative (PERANTIS) programme is expanded to reach out to a target of 5,000 women nationwide. Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that the programme was introduced following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s

Rain fails to deter enthusiasm at flag-raising ceremony

KUCHING: A steady drizzle did little to dampen the enthusiasm of those who turned up for this year’s first Ibu Pertiwi flag-raising ceremony here. It was officiated by Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. With umbrellas in hand, an estimated 150 government officers,

Precast concrete plant game changer in KUTS construction

KUCHING: Urban Empire Builders Sdn Bhd’s (UEB) new precast concrete plant will be a game changer in constructing the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) and the state’s future elevated bridges and roads. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang said with advanced technology, high-quality production,

Attractive packages await visitors at SUITEX 2025

KUCHING: The Sarawak Umrah and Islamic Tourism Expo Festival 2025 (SUITEX 2025) next month will offer a variety of deals, including Umrah packages worth approximately RM100,000, to lucky visitors. Sarawak Umrah and Hajj Association (SUHA) chairman Ruzaiman Ghazalee said the attractive offers include free umrah packages, umrah vouchers and Zamzam

SUITEX good platform for Umrah and Hajj packages

KUCHING: The Sarawak Umrah and Islamic Tourism Expo Festival 2025 (SUITEX 2025) provides an opportunity for Sarawakians to easily and transparently access information on Umrah and Hajj packages, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts said events like SUITEX 2025 are