Sunday, 15 March 2026

Author: Nurin Patra

Urgent need to act on traffic congestion as urbanisation intensifies

KUCHING: Traffic congestion in Sarawak disrupts daily commutes and impacts air quality, productivity and overall quality of life, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. He added that with the state rapid urbanisation and population growth, Sarawak face both opportunities and challenges, particularly in urban traffic management. “Worse still,

Dec 2-7 Sape Camp promises enriching week of musicalworkshops

KUCHING: The upcoming Sape Camp 2024 programme promises an enriching week of musicalworkshops, capped with a graduation ceremony and an Evening Unity Concert showcasing performances by the camp’s graduates. Following its successful debut in May 2023, Sape Camp 2024, organised by Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS), is set to return for

Advance study on colloquial languages as linguistic heritage

KUCHING: Studies on colloquial languages and dialects should be expanded across all states, involving diverse ethnicities and communities throughout Malaysia. National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said that the use of the latest technologies and multidisciplinary approaches, such as Geographic Information System (GIS), can be employed by language researchers

Deepavali event showcases Sarawak’s greatest strength: Mayor

KUCHING: Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng has given his vote of approval to the Majlis Ramah Tamah Deepavali for bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate the traditions and values of Sarawak’s Indian community. He said the event showcased Sarawak’s greatest strength, unity in diversity, allowing appreciation

Enhancing cooperation, unity through community dialogue programme

DARO: The Community Solidarity Dialogue Programme (CSDP) plays a role in fostering unity and solidarity to ensure economic, social, and political stability in Sarawak, said Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad. He commended that the programme, organised annually by the Sarawak Social Development Council (MPS) in each district, was instrumental in bridging

Lack of sight no deterrent to counselling graduate

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Visually impaired Yak Fang Ling defied her limitations to finally earn a Bachelor in Counselling with Honours from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) here Tuesday. Throughout her university journey, the 25-tear-old had faced significant challenges, starting with limited access to reading materials. “First of all, the biggest challenge was

Hearing-impaired student graduates from Unimas, pursues dream of teaching

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Despites facing hearing challenges, Nur Balqis Mohd Nasir successfully graduated with a Bachelor’s in Human Resource Development with Honours from the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas). Originally from Selama, Perak, the 23-year-old has been relying on hearing aids in both ears since being diagnosed with hearing impairment in Form

A day of triumph for 1,073 graduates

KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 1,073 graduates celebrated their achievements at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) today (Nov 5). In the morning session, a total of 552 graduates from the Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development and the Faculty of Built Environment received their Bachelor’s Degrees. In the afternoon, 521

At the forefront of Sarawak’s digital and green agenda

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) is poised to play a pivotal role in Sarawak’s digital transformation and green energy initiatives, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the state government had taken strategic steps to develop the digital economy. “We see the potential of the digital

Genetic testing offers insights on children, says doctor

KUCHING: Genetic testing offers valuable insights, empowering parents to take on a more proactive approach that may help prevent major health issues before they arise in children. “As parents, we want nothing more than to ensure our children grow up healthy, happy, and thriving , even as we sift through