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Premier hands over cash to 35 children

KUCHING: Thirty-five children of the Nur Murni Care Centre here received cash contributions from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan. Abang Johari and wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang presented the Hari Raya contributions to the

Over 2,000 people attend Juh Berambeh Sungkei

KUCHING: More than 2,000 city residents here attended the Juh Berambeh Sungkei@Kuching 2024 at the Padang Merdeka on Saturday. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MYSED), Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said this was the second time such a programme was held since last year and it had

Capitalise on free education, Harden tells young

SIMANGGANG: Young Sarawakians have been urged to seize the forthcoming opportunity of free education at higher learning institutions owned by the state government. “By 2026, when the state government enforces free education at Sarawak-owned universities, it will be crucial for youths to seize this opportunity,” said Deputy Minister of Education,

Youth join workshop on nature and peace

KUCHING: A collaborative effort between the International Peace Youth Group (IPYG), Sarawak Eco Warriors (SEW), and Plants for Plastic has led to a transformative workshop held at Samajaya Nature Reserve here on Saturday. Themed ‘Nature and Peace Youth Workshop,’ it brought together 30 individuals aged 18 to 35, fostering a

Public advised to be wary of weather changes

KUALA LUMPUR: The public is urged to remain vigilant regarding weather forecasts and alerts issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (Met Malaysia) due to the transitional phase of the monsoon from March to May. Civil Defence Force (APM) chief commissioner Datuk Aminurrahim Mohamed said people should be more cautious as

3R issues spike; minister calls for understanding

KUCHING: A total of 47 unity issues related to 3R (religion, royalty and race) were recorded by the e-Sepakat system in the first quarter of this year. These involved religious issues as well as statements mixed with hatred and racism. In a statement National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang

Support local brands to boost tourism industry   

BY VIVYNNA ANN CHABU KUCHING: Entertainment is a crucial sector that contributes significantly to boosting the tourism industry by attracting more tourists and enhancing their overall experience. Hence, Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng urged the locals to support any local businesses and brands, including the

Pharmacists ready to help state improve healthcare

KUCHING: The Sarawak Pharmaceutical Society (SPS)  is ready to collaborate closely with the Sarawak government to improve the still-developing healthcare system of Sarawak. In  a press statement, SPS said through public-private partnerships, community pharmacies can help by dispensing medications, such as cholesterol-lowering drugs, to the public who normally obtain their

Let Aidilfitri be a celebration of unity

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called on the people of different faiths or religions in the state to celebrate Ramadan and the coming Hari Raya in the spirit of togetherness. He said let the occasion be a celebration that showcases unity in diversity that promotes giving, sharing and

Free lemang at CATS FM on Apr 8

KUCHING: Motorists will be given free lemang at the CATS FM building on Monday (Apr 8). In conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration, the radio station will offer free lemang via a drive-thru at its building at Demak Road starting at 4 pm. Only cars and motorcycles will be