Author: News Desk

Head of State attends Kaul Festival

OYA: A multitude of activities infused vibrancy into the 2024 Oya Kaul Festival, taking place from April 19 to 21 at the scenic Pantai Kuala Hilir Oya here. Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar accompanied by his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi officiated at

Budget hotels battle competition, rising costs

KUCHING: The Malaysia Budget & Business Hotel Association (MyBHA) has spoken out against unwarranted price increases in the budget hotel sector. In a statement, the association made it clear that price adjustments would only be made in response to persistent challenges affecting the industry, which influence both revenue and operational

Tourism facilities in pipeline at Kaul fest site

OYA: Various facilities will be constructed at the Oya Kaul Festival site to further enhance tourism value in the area. Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said one of the projects being implemented was the extension of the coastal erosion control project in Kampung

New economy assures bright future for Sarawakians

LEEDS: The development of a new economy in Sarawak guarantees a bright future for the future generation. As reported in TVS, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that the skills obtained by the younger generation are needed to ensure the success of the implementation. “What is

BCM reaches one million visitor milestone

BY NATASHA JEE and IDA NADHIRAH KUCHING: Borneo Cultures Museum (BCM), the biggest museum in Malaysia and second largest in Southeast Asia has reached its one millionth visitor milestone since its opening in 2022. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the museum

Arts centre project to begin on May 2

KUCHING: The historic Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building will undergo a transformation into the Sarawak Arts Centre, with the renovation project officially commencing on May 2. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts (MTCP) Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said that the project is expected for completion within

2,000 additional megawatts of power under gas roadmap

BY JAMES WONG, NURFARAHIN OKI and VIVYNNA ANN SHABU KUCHING: The Ministry of Utilities and Telecommunications (MUTS), through Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros), will construct Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Stations in Miri and Bintulu under the Sarawak Gas Roadmap. MUTS Minister Datuk Julaihi Narawi said Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB)

Allure of Borneo Highlands charms glampers

BY GILLVEN MIXCOLLIN PADAWAN: Glampers who attended the Raya Glamping on Apr 20 to 21. were mesmerised by the breathtaking backdrop of Borneo Highland. They were also welcomed by Borneo Highland Resident chairman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang who encouraged more people to come visit the Borneo Highlands for a weekend

Sarawak to send students for postgraduate studies overseas

LEEDS: Sarawak students may be sent to do postgraduate studies overseas upon the implementation of free tertiary education initiative in State-owned universities by 2026. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that these post graduate students would be among the learned minds to form the core of

Glamping weekend with a Raya twist

BY GILLVEN MIXCOLLIN PADAWAN: The Raya Glamping @ Borneo Highlands is bringing a twist to the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. Around 110 campers are taking part in this event happening this weekend (Apr 20 to 21). Glamping is similar to camping where individuals or groups of people gather to enjoy