Author: News Desk

Remembering the sacrifices

Every year on March 25, Bario hosts a special event to remember the members of the “Z Special Unit”. This is to serve as a reminder of the bravery and sacrifice made by the paratroopers and locals who worked together to battle the Japanese army on behalf of our country.

Kuih bongkol brings good income during Ramadan

BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: Kuih bongkol sellers are earning quite a good income this Ramadan. In fact, fans of this traditional cake constantly seek it out, especially during Ramadan. Although this cake is offered on regular days, according to Norhayati Shapie, who makes kuih bongkol, the majority of producers

Sibu tops list of affordable tourist spots

KUCHING: Sibu has been listed as the most affordable tourist destination in Malaysia, according to Agoda. The digital travel platform revealed that Sibu is where travelers can enjoy competitive room rates this month, with an average room rate of RM136. “With many across Asia and Australia looking forward to long

Dare to change with Artificial ‘Inspiration’

BY EUNICE LAW MEI YUAN The design industry has undergone dramatic changes over the past few decades, and the emergence of rapid AI tools is set to revolutionize the way we approach design in the future. With the rise of novel technologies, designers have been compelled to adapt and embrace

Public urged to donate blood

KUCHING: Malaysian Red Crescent SMK Bandar Kuching No 1 is urging the public to donate blood to prevent blood supply shortage at the Sarawak General Hospital. According to a press release issued yesterday, a blood donation event would be held today (Apr 8) at SMK Bandar Kuching No 1 from

DAP S’wak accused of empty rhetoric

KUCHING: Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Stakan branch chairman Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok is confused by the condescending attitude and disdain the Democratic Action Party (DAP) is displaying towards Sarawak. According to Sim, while he is not surprised that the Malayan DAP members who disregard protocol, lack decency of etiquette

Apt to mark 60th year of independence

KUCHING: Sarawak is the most politically stable region in Malaysia and also the most steady in economic development in the nation, said political observer Datuk Peter Minos. Sixty years in, he said had resulted in some good things in Sarawak where the people are united and leaders are politically fair

Crucial to maintain integrity in leadership

BY LILIANA SHERYN KUCHING: Community leaders have been urged to maintain a high level of integrity in leadership. Deputy Minister of Transport (Aviation and Roads) Datuk Dr Jerip Susil said leaders must have strong moral principles, adhere to their words, always do what is right, and follow ethical standards. “We

SEDC brings joy to orphans

BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: A total of 71 orphans from the Toh Puan Hajah Norkiah Orphanage, Kuching and Datuk Ajibah Abol Orphanage, Sri Aman received donations from the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC). This was one of SEDC’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) programmes, engaging the less fortunate, including the

Rural areas need proper waste management system: Uggah

BETONG: Sarawak needs modern technology to manage waste in rural areas properly, instead of relying on landfills. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah said this could affect the environment of the rural towns, villages and longhouses, in the long run. “It is high time we looked at more relevant technology