KUCHING: Teachers have been urged to teach the importance of democratic governance to their charges so as to educate them on democracy. Acting Head of State Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar said the Malaysian democratic system inherited from the British, and based on the Westminster democratic system
The appointment of an implementing contractor for four rural development road projects worth RM2mil has been confirmed, raising hopes for timely completion and benefits for the local populace. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri expressed optimism that these projects, funded by the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), would proceed as
GENEVA: The World Health Organisation and US health authorities said on Friday they are closely monitoring a new variant of COVID-19, although the potential impact of BA.2.86 is currently unknown. The WHO classified the new variant as one under surveillance “due to the large number (more than 30) of spike
SEPANG: It was routine for Heikal Aras Abdul Azim, pilot of the ill-fated plane that crashed on the Guthrie Highway near Bandar Elmina, Shah Alam yesterday, to seek the blessing of his mother, Noorhizan Mohd Salleh, before flying. “It was like a routine for him, every time he wanted to fly he would
SIMUNJAN: Parents play a role as school partners in improving effectiveness and ensuring quality learning for children. Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee said, through the ‘Program Ibu Bapa Hebat, Anak Cemerlang SPM 2023’ parents and children who are facing the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM)
KUCHING: Indonesians in Sarawak came together for the flag-raising ceremony in conjunction with the 78th Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia. Consul-General of Republic of Indonesia Raden Sigit Witjaksono was glad to see Indonesians gathered for the ceremony which was witnessed by dignitaries from Sarawak and Brunei Darussalam at
KUCHING: The collaboration between Starbucks Malaysia and Sarawak Society for the Deaf (SSD) has opened doors to promote equality by providing opportunities to the deaf community and offering chances to those who are differently abled. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the
KUCHING: In a groundbreaking achievement within the world of performing arts, Sarawak Cultural Village (SCV) has etched its name in history by pioneering the live streaming of musical dramas. SCV sales, marketing and events director Zaini Zainuddin unveiled this remarkable initiative, which commenced with the acclaimed production ‘Putri Santubong’ in
KUALA LUMPUR: The service of the Canine (K9) Unit which will be used by the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) for assignments in riot areas will be activated early next year. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department director Datuk Seri Hazani Ghazali said the FRU has been given approval
ALOR SETAR: The appointment of the Kedah State executive council (exco) line-up will be settled this week, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor. He said the names of the candidates will be decided by leaders of the component parties in Perikatan Nasional (PN) who will meet this
