Sunday, 15 March 2026

Author: Nurin Patra

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

Premier highlights strategies for Sarawak’s 2030 prosperity mission

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has outlined Sarawak’s plans and strategies to propel the state toward achieving prosperity by 2030. He shared his insights during a recent interview on TVS, titled ‘2025 Sarawak Post-Budget Special Interview’, which aired on Wednesday (Dec 11). The session was

Ministry champions TVET as catalyst for transformation

KUCHING: The Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) is working relentlessly to ensure that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is at the forefront to facilitate the transformation  of  Sarawak. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk  Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn  said MEITD aims to equip

Sustain planet for our survival, says Premier

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called for continuous efforts to sustain the planet. In making the call, he said this is to ensure the survival of mankind. “First, we are faced with the challenge of climate change… From the conference in Kyoto, followed by

A platform that empowers BAKAT products

KUCHING: The Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) will provide training opportunities for members of the Malaysian Armed Forces Family Welfare Body (BAKAT), particularly in handicrafts and food product development. Kamarul Zaman Rasdi, Senior Manager of CENTEXS Commercial Human Resources and Administration Unit, said this initiative will include assistance with