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Nancy cautions women not to be victims of online scams

KUCHING: Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, warns women to be alert to the rising challenges brought about by technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and online fraud scams. Referring to the increasing frequency of fraudulent online scams, Nancy said that many women entrepreneurs are now exposed to

DBKU partners UNIMAS to develop zero carbon master plan

KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has partnered with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) to develop a master plan aimed at achieving zero carbon emissions. “This master plan will serve as a roadmap to reduce our carbon footprint. “It is part of DBKU’s commitment to making Kuching North a city that

Fadillah: No need to go to court over MA63 if top leadership can resolve it

KUCHING: Matters related to the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) should not be brought to court if they can be resolved through discussions at the highest levels of leadership, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said amicable negotiations remain the preferred approach, stressing that the courts should only

Elderly woman injured after house collapses

LAWAS: An elderly woman sustained bruises to her leg after her wooden house collapsed in Kampung Banting early this morning (Apr 13). The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said firefighters from the Lawas station were dispatched to the scene following a distress call at 3.10 am. Upon arrival, they discovered

PDP leaders reaffirm commitment to Sarawak’s development at Hari Raya open house

KUCHING: The presence Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Supreme Council members during state leaders’ Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house reflects their strong commitment to supporting policies that uphold local identity while encouraging innovation in the tourism, arts, and cultural industries. PDP president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the gathering symbolised

67 Sixth Form students get set for university life

KUCHING: A total of 67 Form Six students from SMK Datuk Patinggi Haji Abdul Gapor here have completed their pre-university studies. They were celebrated in a graduation ceremony officiated by the school principal, William Tedong. According to Tedong, the university admission rate for SMK DPHA Gapor’s Sixth Form graduates is

Paku Religious Procession: Ancient Tradition Lives On

Every year, the Chinese community in Paku Bazaar and its neighbouring villages extend their New Year celebrations with the Thian Chuan Day religious procession. Rooted in Hakka tradition, this vibrant event honours ancient legends, preserves cultural heritage, and attracts visitors from near and far. Preserving cultural and religious heritage as

Putrajaya looking into helping Sarawak with flood damage

KUCHING: The federal government is currently assessing how it can step in to assist Sarawak in restoring damaged infrastructure caused by the recent floods in the state. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said many roads and slopes have been severely affected, which will require substantial allocations for repairs.

Art fair in Marrakesh brings African art to global stage

IN Morocco’s tourist hub of Marrakesh, a contemporary art fair has energised the local creative scene, drawing on the famed city’s aesthetic legacy to propel emerging African artists into the global spotlight. The annual 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair has drawn collectors, curators and art enthusiasts from across the world,

Tasty treats await customers at Legend Burger

IF one takes a stroll in Metrocity one cannot miss the sight of some patrons lining up in front of a stall at the front section of the mighty Grand Dragon Supermarket. They are waiting to be served with the well-known tasty Legend Burger operated by Pak Jemuri, 65 who