Author: Alexandra Lorna

Diabetes Run 6.5 (v.2) attracts 180

BINTULU: A total of 180 runners participated in the Diabetes Run 6.5 (v.2) programmes on Sunday at Tanjung Batu Beach here. According to Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) news report, the programme aimed to raise awareness among the public about diabetes and adopt a healthy lifestyle. “The programme was organised

RM900k from UNIFOR to St Barnabas Church

MIRI: The Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) had allocated a total of RM900,000 allocation to St. Barnabas Church, here. Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) news reported today said that the allocation is to finance the cost of the new church building project which still lacks the cost of a total

Abang Johari pays a visit to Anwar

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg paid a visit to newly-minted Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the latter’s residence in Kajang today (Nov 26). “God willing, the relationship between the federal government and Sarawak will definitely be closer and strengthened in the plan to

MP believes DSAI can steer Malaysia forward

KUCHING: Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii believes that a government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim can steer the country towards better political stability. He said he was excited for the new dawn in Malaysia and looked forward to the Anwar’s leadership. “As Sarawakians, what we want

A DPM from Sarawak must have power, says Henry

KUCHING: The Sarawak government welcomes the prospect of an MP from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) holding the Deputy Prime Minister post. According to Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said if Sarawak was given this, it must have power in the administrative system.

Anwar inclines to democratic style of leadership

KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be a leader with a democratic style of leadership. Political observer Dr Ahi Sarok said Anwar is well known as a charismatic leader for his fiery speeches. “And he has the experiences of both in the government and opposition. In my view,

DUN sitting sees debates by 17 reps

The fourth day of the third session of the first term of the 19th State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting yesterday ran smoothly with a continuous debate by 17 state assemblymen. The sitting started at 9.08am with elected representatives from across the state converging at the DUN complex. It then began

Govt urged to filter internet contents

The state government through relevant Ministries and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is urged to filter internet contents with false and provocative statements. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that lately the social media and internet technology had been misused by irresponsible parties. “Our government is so open that

Eight kidney patients in Sibu receive special aid

A total of eight recipients of Special Aid for Kidney Patients (BPBP) from the Sibu division have been approved for this year, said Deputy Minister of Community Welfare, Mohammad Razi Sitam. He said that the extension of assistance for Sibu patients are amounting to about RM199,460. “Patients who have been

Lack of local teachers a concern, says Tellian rep

THE lack of local teachers working in the state is a concern, says Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine. He said based on Mukah District Education Office information, the new teacher enrollment data from 2021 showed that 85 per cent was from Peninsular Malaysia and only 15 per cent from Sarawak. “And