Friday, 20 March 2026

Author: Sharifah Nong Jasima

Empowered women drive nation forward

KUCHING: Women must rise as agents of change by spreading knowledge and inspiring their communities, ultimately contributing to national development, said Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Datuk Mustapha Sakmud. Mustapha emphasised that women today are no longer confined to traditional roles but are key drivers in shaping families, communities, and

Sarawak intensifies battle against rising synthetic drug threat

KUCHING: Sarawak is boosting its efforts to curb drug abuse amid rising concerns over the escalating use of synthetic drugs, with calls to improve rehabilitation, enforcement, and forensic support throughout the state. Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said Sarawak currently ranks 11th

Alarming misuse of drug-laced vapes among students

KUCHING: The growing misuse of vapes among school students in Sarawak has sparked serious concern, prompting urgent calls for federal legislation to curb the trend. The Chairman of Malaysian Drug Prevention Association (PEMADAM) Sarawak, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, revealed that over 20,000 students nationwide have been detected using

RECODA champions inclusive industrial development

BINTULU: The Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA) recently hosted a high-level Samalaju Industrial Park (SIP) Investors’ Engagement Meeting at Samalaju Resort here. It brought together key industry stakeholders and government agencies for a focused dialogue on enhancing investor support and tackling operational challenges. The half-day session, led by RECODA Chief

‘A Waterfront Spectacular’ dazzles Kuching crowd

KUCHING: The Kuching Waterfront was transformed into a dazzling symphony of light, sound and artistry as ‘A Waterfront Spectacular’, presented by The Band Lab, drew thousands of mesmerised spectators to Zone A for an unforgettable night of music and celebration. The event was graced by the presence of key state

TYT strengthens ties with Brunei

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Sarawak Governor, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, were granted a royal audience this afternoon by His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, and Her Majesty Raja

MADANI Youth Forum builds future talent

KUCHING: Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, praised the long running Forum Remaja MADANI as a meaningful initiative to empower students and strengthen the education ecosystem in the state. Sagah expressed his appreciation to Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) Sarawak Branch for successfully

TYT praises forum as youth development platform

KUCHING: Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, attended the “Forum Remaja MADANI Piala Pusingan Tuan Yang Terutama Yang Di-Pertua Sarawak 2025”, held at Balai Budaya, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) Sarawak today. The prestigious annual forum saw the participation of five finalist teams, with Sekolah

Sri Aman’s SMK St Luke triumphs in Forum Remaja Madani Sarawak finals

KUCHING: SMK St Luke from Sri Aman emerged as the overall champion of the Forum Remaja Madani Piala Pusingan Tuan Yang Terutama Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sarawak 2025, a state-level competition, defeating strong contenders from across Sarawak. The annual competition, which aims to cultivate confidence and eloquence among secondary school students

TYT backs investment for research and development at SBC

KUCHING: Sarawak’s Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi visited the Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC) to observe ongoing research efforts on native plants and traditional knowledge with commercial and medicinal potential. The SBC leadership, led by CEO Datuk