Tuesday, 9 December 2025

Author: Nurin Patra

Satok rep distributes Christmas cookies

KUCHING: The Christmas spirit was in the air in Satok today (Dec 24) as coffee shop patrons along Jalan Nanas were presented with decorated cookies by local assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki. A total of 200 cookie packs were distributed during the programme which was organised by Sarawak United People’s Party

Keeping city folk safe

KUCHING: The Safe City Programme by the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) ensures the safety of the community in the city. Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki added that the initiative aimed to solve unhealthy social issues, including drug abuse, at hot spots in the city. “This effort ensures that the

Looking forward to a happy and merry Christmas

KUCHING: The excitement of celebrating the upcoming Christmas and end of year long holiday is evident among the community, with many eagerly returning to their hometowns. With just a few days left until the celebrations, Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal is bustling with activities,sounds of announcements, laughters and the sight of

Festive food baskets for Salvation Army

KUCHING: The Sarawak Consumer Action Council (MTPN) has donated 60 food baskets to The Salvation Army Community Complex in Kota Samarahan on Saturday. As part of their Christmas celebrations and a heartfelt gesture of care for the community in need, the donation was led by the MTPN Sarawak president Wynson

Patients feel the spirit of giving

KUCHING: Christmas came early for children in the cancer wards and other patients at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) today (Dec 21). The SABERKAS Batu Lintang branch organised a Christmas gift-giving event, bringing joy and hope to the patients. Batu Lintang assemblyman See Chee How, who presented the gifts, said over

Christmas cookies bring joy

As the festive season approaches, Christmas decorated cookies come alive, bringing joy and sweetness to homes and celebrations across the country. From intricately designed gingerbread men to shimmering snowflake sugar cookies, bakers, both professional and home-based, are crafting edible masterpieces that capture the festive spirit. One such baker is Happy

LED screens to enhance Countdown 2025 experience

KUCHING: Multiple large LED screens will be scattered across the Kuching Waterfront to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for visitors attending the Countdown 2025, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts said that the LED screens have been strategically placed from

A star-studded New Year’s Eve celebration

KUCHING: The highly anticipated Sarawak New Year’s Eve celebration will feature top local talent as the state rings in 2025. Themed “Countdown 2025: Let’s Celebrate Together,” the event will take place at the Kuching Waterfront on Dec 31. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman

Five million visitors by year-end possible

KUCHING: Sarawak could potentially reach five million visitors by the end of December, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts noted that Sarawak has already exceeded its 2024 visitor target of four million. “But then we never know if there is

Boney M to kick off tour in Kuching

KUCHING: Legendary international band Boney M is set to commence its highly anticipated 50th Anniversary Tour at the Great Hall, Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) here on Jan 4. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry  and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed his excitement, noting that Boney M