Thursday, 19 March 2026

Author: Rasheeqa Bahida

New velodrome to complete Sarawak’s world-class facilities

KUCHING: The construction of a new velodrome, which is nearing realisation, is expected to complete Sarawak’s ecosystem of world-class sports facilities. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the proposed 60-acre velodrome site identified is located adjacent to the existing Sarawak Sports Complex.

Seven Sarawak runners target state record at Taipei Marathon

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Seven elite Sarawakian marathoners are aiming to break the state marathon record at the Taipei Marathon 2025 on December 21, with strong support from Hock Seng Lee (HSL) Land Sdn Bhd. The team aims to complete the 42.195-kilometre (km) race in under 2 hours and 40 minutes, surpassing

Cyberjaya College celebrates its 11th convocation

KUCHING: Cyberjaya College Kuching is set to expand its academic offerings with two franchised Bachelor’s Degree programmes, reinforcing its commitment to producing highly skilled graduates across a range of fields. Chief Executive of Cyberjaya College Kuching, Doreen Tan, said that the college currently offers a franchised Bachelor of Occupational Safety

355 Cyberjaya College graduates receive scrolls

KUCHING: A total of 355 graduates from Cyberjaya College Kuching marked the culmination of their higher education journey during the institution’s 11th Convocation Ceremony held at Dewan Kompleks Islam Sarawak here today. Of the total, 180 graduates were from the Diploma in Healthcare, followed by 24 from the Diploma in

Lions Nursing Home holds annual food fair

KUCHING: The Lions Nursing Home successfully held its annual food fair 2025 today at its premises along Jalan Stutong, off BDC here, drawing strong community support for its continued mission to care for the elderly. Kota Sentosa state assemblyman, Wilfred Yap Sau Sin, representing Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim

Helios exhibition launch uplifts Sarawak’s global tourism appeal

KUCHING: Sarawak’s reputation as a leading cultural and tourism destination has been further strengthened with the launch of the international-scale Helios exhibition by UK artist, Luke Jerram, at the Borneo Cultures Museum. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the exhibition reflects

Helios exhibition illuminates science, art at Borneo Cultures Museum

KUCHING: The newly launched Helios exhibition at the Borneo Cultures Museum is expected to inspire deeper public interest in science, creativity and environmental awareness. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the immersive installation, which showcases a giant illuminated sculpture of the

MADANI Adopted School initiative implemented at SMK Kota Samarahan

KOTA SAMARAHAN: More than 3,000 students and teachers of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Kota Samarahan are set to benefit from the seven high-impact education intervention projects under the MADANI Adopted School (SAM) initiative implemented by Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). UNIMAS Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr Ahmad Hata, expressed appreciation to the MADANI

Transport Ministry celebrates excellence, innovation and professionalism

KUCHING: The Sarawak Ministry of Transport (MOTS) celebrated the dedication, professionalism and innovation of its workforce at its annual Appreciation and Recognition Dinner 2025 held at a local hotel on Thursday night. The event honoured recipients of the Excellent Service Award (APC), recognising six public servants who have demonstrated outstanding

Young officers drive state’s smart, green transport revolution

KUCHING: Young officers at the Sarawak Ministry of Transport (MOTS) are at the forefront of the state’s push to become Malaysia’s leader in green and smart public transport, using artificial intelligence (AI) and modern mobility solutions to transform urban transport. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin highlighted the pivotal