Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Author: Sharifah Nong Jasima

Cat contest fosters love for animals

KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) International Cat Competition 2024, aims to encourage local and international cat owners to continue breeding, raising, and caring for cats of various breeds, fostering a deeper love and appreciation for animals. The competition was held at the MyDin Petra Jaya, Medan Vista here

Over 3,000 participants join Bomba run

KUCHING: Approximately 3,100 participants joined the Sarawak Bomba Run 2.0 2024 on Sunday. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) organised the event in collaboration with the Sarawak Fire Department Sports and Welfare Association (PESKEBS). The Sarawak Bomba Run 2.0 2024 was officially flagged off by Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman

Sarawak tenpin bowling athletes achieve remarkable success

KUCHING: At the Para Malaysia Games (Sukma) XXI, held at Megalanes Batu Kawa, Sarawak’s tenpin bowling athletes achieved a remarkable success, securing two gold, one silver and four bronze medals. Sarawak celebrated its first gold medal in the female singles TPB4 category as Nur Syazwani Marais delivered an impressive performance

Sarawak boccia athletes bowl way to more medals

KUCHING: Sarawak athletes have made a strong showing in the boccia event, securing three medals in the female singles category as the competition advances to the semi-finals. In the female singles BC1 category (for athletes with cerebral palsy), Angeline Melissa Lawas claimed gold while Nuraisyah Madzelan secured silver. Meanwhile, Sheirviana

Sarawak draws closer to boccia medal target

KUCHING: Sarawak bagged two gold, three silver and two bronze medals in the boccia event at the Para Malaysia Games (Sukma) XXI. The medal ceremony was held at the Sarawak Basketball Association court here, today (Sept 26). Angeline Melissa Lawas and Dale Adelric Teri made Sarawak proud by claiming gold

Historian gives fresh perspectives on Sarawak history

KUCHING: Sarawak historian Datuk Dr Sanib Said delivered a thought-provoking lecture at the State Library on Tuesday, highlighting the need to decolonise Sarawak’s historiography. A public lecture entitled “A Fresh Look At The 1841 Brunei-Brooke Agreement:  Unveiling New Interpretations On Its 183rd Anniversary” aimed to expand the comprehension of the

Host teams win eight out of 39 matches

KUCHING: Sarawak’s male and female individual representatives delivered outstanding performances in their opening group matches at the Boccia Para Malaysia Games (Para SUKMA) XXI 2024. The host teams achieved an impressive eight wins out of 39 matches played yesterday (Sept 23) at the Sarawak Basketball Association court, showcasing strong performances

Unity sees PBB Batu Kawa overcome challenges

KUCHING: The Batu Kawa branch of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Sarawak (PBB) has overcome challenges that once nearly hindered its progress. In stating this Senator Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim said unity has made them stronger and more resilient than ever. “The attendance of all representatives and observers from our branches showcases

DBKU takes measures to address traffic congestion

KUCHING: Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) is resorting to partial road closures and deploying more traffic wardens to mitigate a growing traffic congestion problem in its jurisdiction. “It is driven by an influx of residents due to the rise of quality housing, leading to a significant population,” said Mayor Hilmy

Aerobic Day draws huge crowd

KUCHING: More than 2,800 people joined the Sarawak Aerobic Day 2024, a fitness event organised by JVY Event Management Company and Live Event Borneo. The event, officiated by Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) Mayor Hilmy Othman, took place at the Sarawak State Library today (Sept 22). According to event organiser