Author: Annabell Naja Tommy

JSM Night Market boosts local economy in Balingian

BALINGIAN: The launch of the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Night Market (JSM) here is proving to be a significant economic boost for residents.Abdul Yakub Arbi highlighted that over 10 stalls have commenced operations at the Balingian Night Market since Aug 4.“The night market committee has requested support from the Sarawak

Never too young to be an entrepreneur

KOTA SAMARAHAN: She’s only 23 years old but Dayang Nur Shafiqa is already a serious businesswoman. She sells confections and cakes that she personally makes. The Kuchingite was a Culinary Arts student at UiTM Penang in the field of Hotel and Tourism Management from 2018 to 2021. “Now I am

Mayor’s Walk to be held August 20

KUCHING: Kuching South City Council has announced that the popular Kuching Festival activity, Mayor’s Walk, will be held on Aug 20. Mayor Walk 2023 will take place at Jalan Canna Lily Boulevard, Majlis Bandaraya Kuching Selatan, with the flag off slated for 7am. Mayor Walk, a highlight of the annual

Rhythms of Borneo workshop offers artistic tribal experience

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The “Rhythms of Borneo” workshop promises an interesting experience related to music, handicrafts and traditional food of Sarawak’s indigenous tribes. It is also organised by the At Adau group and takes place this weekend and Aug 12 to 13 and is open to all communities. At Adau creative

Film garners avid response from Sarawak audience

KUCHING: The “Meet & Greet” session with the actors and producers of “Sumpahan Jerunei” at Plaza Merdeka yesterday received a positive response from the attending audience. This film, which has been shown in cinemas in Malaysia since July 27, explores the horror and historical aspects of the Melanau people in

Govt increases support for rubber smallholders to address challenges

PUTRAJAYA: The government is committed to providing assistance and support to rubber smallholders. The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities, along with related agencies, has enhanced the proposed increase in the Activation Price Level of the Rubber Production Incentive and other aid for smallholders. Additionally, they have addressed the challenges faced

Opening promos at electrical chain store’s 14th outlet

KUCHING: Siong How Exclusive at La Promenade Mall is offering opening promos worth tens of thousands of Ringgit from Aug 1. Deals include up to 50 per cent off selected items, free installations, discounted bundle add-ons, new model launches, and more. Some highlights include Haier 85-inch TVs for RM6,333, half-priced

Empowering Stakan youth with digital technology

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Providing the Stakan youth with an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) programme empowers their computing knowledge and helps prevent misuse of digital technology in their daily lives. Stakan assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Ibrahim opined that organising a workshop and computer maintenance for 30 Stakan youths can be helpful in

Leaders and initiatives move the state forward

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s economy is on the rise, thanks to its progressive and dynamic leaders. One such leader is Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who is following in the footsteps of former leaders to take the state to greater heights. “Abang Johari draws inspiration from the

Sarawak stands tall, 60 years and counting

KUCHING: Sarawak, hailed as an emblematic state, stands tall among its counterparts, as a testament of harmonious co-existence by its multicultural population. As we commemorate the 60th anniversary of Sarawak Day, we bear witness to the beautiful tapestry of unity woven by our diverse community, whose collective efforts have paved