Author: News Desk

Siti Nurhaliza clears air on viral backstage clip

DATUK Seri Siti Nurhaliza recently found herself at the centre of online chatter after a clip of her seemingly upset at her concert crew went viral.  The footage showed Siti backstage at her Sebuah Epitome: Saya Siti Nurhaliza concert, appearing somewhat distressed before her performance, which led some to speculate

Kim Soo Hyun makes OST comeback

KIM Soo Hyun is making a musical comeback by singing an OST for his current tvN drama “Queen of Tears”, as reported by News1 on Thursday. While Kim Soo Hyun has been part of many hit dramas over the years, it has been a solid ten years since he last

Navigating the Linguistic Labyrinth

“To bring relevance to people, you have to be able to speak their language effectively.” Sunday Adelaja, founder and senior pastor of the Embassy of the Blessed Kingdom of God for All Nations “XIAO Jie” is a seemingly innocuous phrase that holds the power to unlock doors to service and

14,000 fish fry to boost Sebako Tagang system

SEMATAN: A total of 14,000 lampam jawa fish fry were released into the river of Kampung Sebako here, recently. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang who inaugurated the Tagang system for the village said the system has the primary objective of conserving and rehabilitating river ecosystems and its surrounding areas. “The system,

Matu road project nears completion despite challenges

MATU: Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman), Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya says the new road project behind Kampung Bawang here is nearing completion, aimed at enhancing residents’ accessibility. He mentioned that the project is being executed concurrently with the one behind Kampung Tian. However, both projects

13 local entertainers to perform at Aeroville Mall’s Gawai Bazaar

BY SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: Thirteen local artistes are set to perform at the upcoming Gawai Bazaar 2024 at Aeroville Mall here. The inaugural event is set to take place from May 1 to 12 with various activities lined up. Among the performers are Rickie Andrewson, Shilla J, Jackson Nyalung,

Rural areas assured of development, says Ding

BINTANGOR: Meradong assemblyman Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing said the state government pays close attention to the needs of rural areas. He said with the approval of every project under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP), Minor Rural Project (MRP), Sarawak House Repair for the Poor Project (PPRMS) and special grants reflects

Boxers told: Proof your worth in the SUKMA squad, or ship out

KUCHING: Boxers who have been selected to represent Sarawak for the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) should uphold discipline at all times. Sarawak Amateur Boxing Association (SABA) president Datuk Rahman Lariwoo said the association would not compromise with any athletes facing issues, and will not hesitate to exclude them from the

PERKIM Sarawak to hold AGM from April 19 to 21

KUCHING: PERKIM Sarawak will hold its 36th Annual General Meeting (AGM) here from April 19 to 21. The event usually takes place in Kuching but is occasionally rotated to other locations such as Sibu, Miri, Bintulu, Mukah and Lawas. “The theme for this year’s AGM is ‘Sustainable Development Goals from

How tax tactics are shaping Malaysia’s future

BY LAM KWAI SOON Igniting Innovation In a bold move on September 1, 2023 – Malaysia turned a new page with the rollout of the New Industrial Master Plan 2030. It’s not just any plan; it’s a blueprint for transformation, aiming to propel Malaysia into a position of regional leadership