Author: Alexandra Lorna

MP donates medical equipment to hospital

SIMUNJAN: Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee donated medical equipment to Simunjan Hospital recently. According to Rodiyah, the donation of medical equipment was an indication of the concern shown for the comfort of the patients and hospital. “The equipment include four air-conditioning units, three nebulizer machines, one set of camera scopes

AirAsia cancels flights to and from several destinations

KUCHING: Following the eruption of Mount Ruang in the Indonesian Sulawesi Islands, AirAsia is cancelling flights to and from several destinations consistent with  Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) Safety Information 09/2024  published at 11.50am on Thursday (April 18). According to AirAsia, the eruption has resulted in extensive volcanic ash

Leaders must stay connected with people

SARIKEI: The cooperation between leaders and the people will facilitate the implementation of development plans in every area. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said that leaders should be familiar and connected with the people regardless of whether they are representatives or leaders

DUBS motivates youth to venture into business

MARUDI: The Sarawak Bumiputera Entrepreneurs Chamber (DUBS) Marudi branch encourages youth to actively engage in business to improve their socio-economic status. Its president, Datuk Abang Helmi Ikhwan suggested that agricultural activities such as oil palm, rubber, pepper, and others could be enhanced as economic activities besides doing business. “To carry

Merger of four water agencies by year end

KUCHING: The state government is contemplating to form a single entity for water resource through the merger of the current four water management agencies in Sarawak. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the merger of these four entities is expected to be implemented by

Abang Johari and wife extend Raya visit to Ibrahim Baki’s open house

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang continued their Hari Raya Aidilfitri visit by attending Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki’s open house at Hikmah Exchange Event Centre today (Apr 11). The open house, which commenced at

Premier forecasts increased revenue for Sarawak this year

KUCHING: Sarawak revenue collection is expected to surpass last year’s figures, aiming for an estimated RM14 billion this year compared to RM13 billion in the previous year. Having said this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg noted the progress made in Sarawak since he assumed office as

Meeting to expedite carbon-related legislation soon, says DPM

KUCHING: A coordination meeting will be held soon among various federal ministries and agencies to expedite the introduction of carbon-related legislation in Malaysia. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof the meeting is expected to be held after the Hari Raya celebration. “This matter has been discussed at the National

Tech-savvy teachers crucial in effective teaching, says Huang

SARIKEI: It is important for teachers to be proficient in technology to effectively engage and teach students in the classroom, says Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii . He explained that teachers need to be skilled guides in using educational technology to deliver lessons in an engaging and relevant

ISKCON promotes vegetarianism with monthly food distribution

KUCHING: The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is making a positive impact in the community through its monthly initiative of distributing 500 free vegetarian meals to the public. Batu Kitang assemblyman Lo Khere Chiang said through advocacy for vegetarianism, the society continues to embody the principles of compassion, generosity,