KUCHING: The rollout of the RON95 subsidy at RM1.99 per litre for the ‘Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah‘ (STR) recipients under the BUDI95 programme has been welcomed as a timely measure to ease the financial strain of B40 households. Beneficiaries shared that the initiative has not only reduced their fuel expenses but
KUCHING: The “City of Cats” truly lived up to its name on Saturday as the Kuching International Cat Festival (KICF) 2025 kicked off with a spectacular Cat Parade. The parade, stretching from the Chinese Museum to the Waterfront stage, was officially launched by Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing
KUCHING: The Kuching International Cat Festival (KICF) 2025 has the potential to become a regular feature in the city’s calendar, said Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Officiating the Cat Parade at Kuching Waterfront on Saturday night, he commended Kuching North City Hall
KUCHING: A 25-year-old Sarawak entrepreneur is turning heads at the Borneo Games Kuching 2025 Sales Carnival with his innovative D’Vaaw Perfume brand, crafted using gula apong (nipah palm sugar) and local fruits. Founder Demanic Chupong said that his products are 100 per cent alcohol-free and have already attracted strong demand,
KUCHING: The Kuching International Cat Festival (KICF) 2025 kicked off in grand fashion at Kuching Waterfront today, showcasing the city’s identity as the ‘City of Cats’ while drawing cat enthusiasts and tourists from around the globe. Officiated by Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) Mayor, Datuk Hilmy Othman, the three-day festival (September
BAU: The newly completed Siniawan Waterfront will be officially declared opened by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg this Saturday, announced Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh. The launch is the highlight of a four-in-one celebration that also includes the 2025 Siniawan Country Music Festival (SCMF), the 185th anniversary
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) councillor Eric Tay Tze Kok has welcomed Sabah’s move to officially recognise the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC), calling it a milestone that strengthens Malaysia’s commitment to educational diversity. He stressed that education should never be used as a political tool but must uphold its “sacred
KUCHING: With just over 1,500 days left towards the year 2030, Sarawak is racing against time to achieve its Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 goals. Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu, therefore urged all stakeholders to work collectively to drive the state’s agenda
KUCHING: The Borneo Raft Safari 2025 received strong backing from the Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) and Sibu Rural District Council (MDLBS). In a press statement, MPP said that the closing registration would be on October 5 as more than 150 teams have registered thus far. The overwhelming response highlighted the event’s popularity
KOTA KINABALU, Sabah: MASwings celebrated Malaysia Day with passengers at Kota Kinabalu and Miri airports, reaffirming its role as the ‘Pulse of Borneo’ while celebrating unity in diversity. The airline, which connects Sabah, Sarawak and the Federal Territory of Labuan, created a festive atmosphere as staff greeted arriving travellers and