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Gotong-royong sees 200 containers of porridge distributed  

MARUDI: A total of 200 containers of savoury porridge were prepared during a gotong-royong programme at Surau Nur Ihsan, Kampung Pemindahan here, yesterday. The programme, that began as early as 8 am, started with preparation and cooking activities, thanks to the cooperation of the Kampung Pemindahan Village Development and Safety

Premier’s wife distributes porridge for Ramadan

KUALA LUMPUR: Five hundred packets of ‘bubur pedas’ (savoury porridge) were distributed to students of higher education institutions as well as the public here. Distribution of the savoury porridge was held during the Malaysian Government Servants Welfare and Sports Council (MAKSAK) Sarawak’s Bopedas and Donation programme in conjunction with Ramadan

Immediate relief for fire victims

KUCHING: The Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) sprang into action to assist the victims of a devastating fire in Kampung Haji Baki today (Mar 22). The blaze, which happened at 5.30 am, laid waste to eight homes, leaving families in dire straits. The TBS, in collaboration with Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk

Sarawak reports surge in tourist arrivals, revenue in early 2024

BY NURA VALENTIANA LORNA & SAMUEL KARUNIA KORNO KUCHING: Sarawak saw a significant increase in tourist arrivals during January and February, with 750,768 visitors in 2024 compared to 697,822 in 2019. This surge also led to a notable boost in tourism receipts, totalling RM1.93bil for the first two months of

MEESty Sarawak and High Commissioner of Singapore productive partnership

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability (MEESty) Sarawak delegation paid a courtesy visit to the High Commissioner of the Republic of Singapore, H.E. Vanu Gopala Menon who is based in Kuala Lumpur. Led by MEESty’s permanent secretary, Abg Ahmad Abg Morni, the meeting was marked by fruitful

Rainforest World Music Festival 2024 promises evolutionary experience

BY NURA V LORNA & SAMUEL KARUNIA KORNO KUCHING: The 27th Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF), themed ‘Evolution,’ is set to return from June 28 to 30, blending cultural motifs with electrifying EDM beats for an unforgettable experience. Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim

Federal govt must be sensitive on airfare costs

KUCHING: The federal government through the Ministry of Transport needs to exert a firm stance to prevent airline companies from arbitrarily raising ticket prices. According to Senator Michael Mujah Lihan, the government needs to be sensitive to the issue of flight ticket costs, especially in supporting domestic tourism efforts to

Ramadan outreach touches hearts

KUCHING: The RECODA Recreation Club (KSRR) has organised a compassionate outreach, the ‘Kasih Rahmat Ramadan’ initiative, aimed at enriching the local community with acts of kindness during the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement today (Mar 22), KSRR extended their support by distributing savoury porridge (bubur lambuk) to the

Cleanliness, quality products attracts more visitors

BETONG: Traders operating their stalls at Ramadan bazaar are urged to prioritise cleanliness and to conduct their business with integrity. Betong MP, Dr. Richard Rapu said that traders must put their priority in maintaining cleanliness in every aspect and selling quality products to the consumers. He said this while speaking

110 books donated via Dango Bookshare initiative

MIRI: A total of 110 donated books through the ‘Dango Bookshare’ initiative were handed over to the Darul Ehsan Mosque in Piasau, here, to support children’s reading materials on March 15. Pustaka Miri, in a press release, said the initiative was a collaboration between Pustaka and Librarians Association Malaysia Sarawak