AT an age when many begin to slow down, Wong Su Chung has pushed human endurance to one of its furthest limits. The 61-year-old Sarawakian became the first Malaysian to complete a rare dual expedition in Antarctica, combining a climb to the summit of Mount Vinson Massif and a ski
KUCHING: The heavy daily demand for blood at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) highlights the critical importance of regular blood donation, as hospitals rely on a constant supply to save lives in emergencies. The SGH Blood Bank said that as many as 70 bags of blood are used every day, with
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia ushered in the New Year with a strong show of hospitality as the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign officially commenced on the first day of 2026, marked by a welcoming programme for international visitors at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 (KLIA T1). Tourism, Arts and Culture
KUCHING: The remains of Datuk Dr Madeline Berma are scheduled to arrive in Kuching from Kuala Lumpur tomorrow (Jan 1). According to details shared via WhatsApp by family members, the late Madeline is expected to arrive at Kuching Cargo at 9.40 am before being taken to her residence at No.
KUCHING: Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri has expressed her deep sadness over the passing of Datuk Dr Madeline Berma, describing the late academician as a thinker, adviser and compassionate figure who was deeply committed to the well-being of the community. Nancy said she received the
BINTULU: Flood mitigation works at Sungai Plan are set to be expedited, with a one-month deadline given to relevant agencies to present and implement a coordinated plan following recent flooding that affected several areas along the river. The directive was issued by Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing after
KUCHING: The passing of Datuk Dr Madeline Berma has drawn tributes from national leaders, with Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof describing her as a highly respected scholar whose contributions helped shape national policy thinking. In a press statement today (Dec 30), Fadillah said Madeline’s passing marked a profound loss to
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) recorded a year of strong growth and expanded industry engagement in 2025, marked by a 30 per cent increase in annual revenue and an intensified focus on training, partnerships and institutional relevance. MPI president Datuk Yong Soo Heong said the year proved to
KUCHING: Datuk Dr Madeline Berma, a respected economist, academic and public intellectual has passed away today (Dec 30). News of her demise spread rapidly across social media platforms, prompting an outpouring of condolences and tributes from the academic community, policymakers and members of the public. Messages of sympathy were widely
MELBOURNE: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian has described the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne as a world-class institution and a strong source of inspiration for Sarawak’s own cancer care ambitions. He said his recent visit to the cancer centre provided valuable insights that could guide Sarawak’s