KUCHING: As the world observes World Autism Day on April 2, the number of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continues to rise, and Malaysia is no exception. A study found that the prevalence of ASD among school-age children rose from 6.34 per 1,000 in 2018 to 9.29 per
KUCHING: PETROSNiaga Sdn Bhd, the retail liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arm of Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (PETROS), is implementing several measures to maintain the LPG supply in the northern part of the state. PETROS in a statement said that following the recent flood affecting many parts of Sarawak, of which a
KUCHING: Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) has assured that its operations in Bintulu and Miri remain unaffected despite severe flooding on Wednesday (Jan 29). This was confirmed in a brief statement issued by the national oil and gas company. “Petronas wishes to inform that its operations in Miri and Bintulu remain
United Nations: Firms investing heavily to explore the seabed for valuable minerals have criticised long delays in crafting deep-sea mining rules, urging an international oceans watchdog in a letter this week to pass regulations this year. Under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, the International Seabed Authority (ISA),
SARATOK: A quick-thinking doctor from Melaka turned hero early Thursday morning when he extinguished a fire in the children’s ward of Saratok Hospital before it could escalate. Dr Muhammad Zulhusni Muhammad Damanhuri, 32, acted swiftly after spotting flames from an exhaust fan in the ward’s toilet. Using a dry powder
LUBOK ANTU: The Village Development and Security Committees (JKKKs) receiving funds under the MADANI Community Prosperity Programme (SejaTi) must ensure that their economic projects are sustainable. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof urged JKKKs within the same district to select diverse projects. “Do not apply for the same type
DEBAK: Residents in flood-prone areas here have been urged to proactively prepare for potential floods by moving valuables to safer ground. Betong District Civil Defence Officer Captain Siti Huzaimah Ibrahim said the residents must stay vigilant about rising water levels and weather forecasts.“Floods are a recurring issue in Debak, particularly
KUALA LUMPUR: The significant increase in investments, especially in the cutting-edge technology sector, should be utilised by local companies so that the people will continue to be given the appropriate opportunities. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said CG Global Profastex Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, located in the Prai Industrial Zone, Penang is
SIMANGGANG: Although she previously failed to win the Benak Tourism Queen title in the past competition, the beautiful young lady from Simunjan remains hopeful. In fact, Intan Syafiqah Yunus continues her mission this year by rejoining the same competition in the 2024 edition, themed Royal Art of Borneo, organised in
KUCHING: Azam Sarawak, in collaboration with Finas Borneo, is hosting a three-day Host Training Workshop 2.0. The workshop which began on Tuesday aims to train individuals in professional hosting skills, focusing on event management and creating impactful experiences for audiences. Azam Sarawak Chief Executive Officer, Ali Suhaili, said that hosting