KUCHING: The state government’s plans to prohibit vaping in Sarawak will safeguard the community from long-term harm. Deputy Minister for Youth, Sport and. Entrepreneur Development II (Entrepreneur Development), Dr Ripin Lamat, said the growing popularity of vape products, specifically liquid-based ones, poses a serious threat to the well-being of Sarawak’s
KUCHING: The Malaysian Translators Association (PPM) has called for a stronger national commitment towards elevating the field of translation, especially in nurturing a generation of translators who are both linguistically proficient and culturally sensitive. PPM President, Dr Hasuria Che Omar, described the four-day gathering as a significant milestone in the
KUCHING: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) has been announced as the next host of the International Conference on Translation (PPA-21), which will take place in Bangi, Selangor, in 2027. The announcement was made during the closing ceremony of the 20th International Conference on Translation (PPA-20) at the Riverside Majestic today, with
KUCHING: The SeDidik Centre of Excellence (SCoE) Talent Hub aims to develop children’s creativity and communication skills, with programmes designed to build confidence, literacy, and holistic growth from an early age. Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the hub would play a vital
KUCHING: A total of 80 SeDidik kindergartens across Sarawak have rolled out digital learning through the Kids Bits and Bytes programme, giving young children early exposure to basic coding skills. Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said the pilot project, introduced last year
KUCHING: The Malaysian Translators Association (PPM) has called for a unified push to elevate Malaysia’s translation industry, positioning the profession not only as an academic pursuit but also as a key driver in cultural preservation, ethical practice, and global recognition. According to PPM president Dr Hasuria Che Omar, the 20th
KUCHING: Sarawak’s unique cultural diversity provides fertile ground for the state to be recognised as a leading reference point in the field of translation, not only in academia but also as a vital effort to preserve Malaysia’s linguistic identity and heritage. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) vice-chancellor Professor Dr Ahmad Hata
KUCHING: Translation must be recognised as a crucial instrument of cultural diplomacy and national development. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said It plays a vital role in shaping cross-cultural experiences, including the upcoming operations of Sarawak’s own airline, AirBorneo. “With AirBorneo soon connecting Sarawak to Singapore,
KUCHING: Translation serves as a mechanism to ensure Sarawak’s heritage languages continue to thrive and are not marginalised in the fast pace of modernisation. “It is also through precise and culturally sensitive translation that Sarawak can proudly share its unique heritage with the world,” said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri
BINTULU: The Bintulu Astronomy Centre has been urged to forge strategic collaborations with local institutions and relevant agencies to strengthen astronomy-related research, education and tourism in Sarawak. Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, said such partnerships could involve Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sarawak,
