Friday, 30 January 2026

Author: Rasheeqa Bahida

A one-stop centre for technology and gold trading

KOTA SAMARAHAN: What began as a modest gadget business built on honesty and consistency has grown into a trusted one-stop centre for both technology and gold trading, with Chegu Aiman Gold and Gadget officially opening its Kota Samarahan branch. For founder and director Aiman Abdul Hamid, better known as Chegu

Sarawak to fund three women annually for leadership development studies

KUCHING: Three Sarawakian women will be given the opportunity each year to pursue a Master of Arts in Leadership Development at the ASEAN Women Leadership University College (AWLUC) in Penang under a state-supported scholarship programme. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said the

Sarawak Women Leadership Chair officially renamed Datuk Amar Juma’ani Chair

KUCHING: The Sarawak Women Leadership Chair (SWLC), which was approved by the Sarawak Cabinet on August 21 last year, has been officially renamed the Datuk Amar Juma’ani Chair following approval by Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development,

Travellers embrace seamless switch to AirBorneo flights

KUCHING: Just days after AirBorneo officially transitioned its flight code from MH to MY on January 14, passengers at Kuching International Airport are adjusting smoothly to the change, with many describing their travel experience as familiar, clearly guided and even emotionally meaningful. A walk through the check-in counters and departure

Malls see last-minute shopping for school items

KOTA SAMARAHAN: With the new school term set to begin, shopping malls here were bustling with families making last-minute back-to-school purchases as parents and children prepared themselves mentally and financially for a return to the classroom. At Farley Kota Samarahan, parents were seen picking up remaining school necessities such as

Positive kickoff for Visit Malaysia 2026

KUCHING: As Malaysia prepares to welcome the world for Visit Malaysia 2026, travel agencies in Sarawak and Sabah are taking proactive steps to attract both domestic and international tourists. Early indicators suggest a cautiously optimistic start, with agencies reporting growing interest in Borneo’s unique cultural and natural offerings. JC Chua,

Dr Sim stresses importance of social values, culture

KUCHING: As Sarawak moves towards greater prosperity, development must be guided not only by infrastructure and economic growth but also by strong social values, cultural preservation and public well-being. Deputy Premier Amar Dr Sim Hui Kian said that true progress would be measured by how well Sarawak maintained its heritage,

AirAsia fare caps benefit M40 families

KUCHING: AirAsia’s recent announcement of fixed-fare one-way tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Sarawak at RM328 and to Sabah at RM398 has sparked discussion among Sarawakians, with many welcoming the move as a positive step towards making festive travel more affordable, while others caution that the fares can still pose challenges

UNIMAS FACA continues strengthening community ties through SULAM project

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Faculty of Applied and Creative Arts (FACA), Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), continues to strengthen its long-standing collaboration with the Kampung Peros community through the implementation of the Service Learning Malaysia (SULAM) Kampung Peros 2.0 project. SULAM FACA UNIMAS coordinator, Candida Jau Emang, said the project is a

Traders face tough time during rainy season

AS persistent rainfall continues to shape daily routines, the usually bustling Bandar Riyal Wet Market in Kota Samarahan has taken on a quieter pace. Fewer shoppers walk through its narrow aisles, umbrellas in hand, as wet weather discourages movement. Yet behind the subdued atmosphere, vendors remain steadfast, adapting to seasonal