Author: Gabriel Lihan

No better govt than GPS: Jinep

KUCHING: Support the ruling state coalition in the coming general election as Sarawakians will not get a better government as the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government, says Datuk Henry Harry Jinep. The Deputy Transport Minister II said only GPS would be able to fulfil its pledges and policies as well

Spruce up to get best out of national parks

KUCHING: National parks in Sarawak must bring their facilities up to speed for the benefit of the public. This will encourage the hosting of more activities like jamborees and camping in these places, said Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “Sarawak has the

Locals, foreigners among 800 in run

KUCHING: Some 800 participants comprising locals and foreigners partook in the Matang Warrior Trail Run which was held at Matang Scout Camp in Kubah National Park yesterday. Apart from those coming from Malaya, there were eager contestants coming all the way from France and Netherlands. Given the honour to flag

Making money doing what they love

The COVID-19 pandemic may have robbed many individuals of their career options, but some have chosen to rise above hardship and discover sources of earnings through their passions and hobbies. Thankfully, the world for entrepreneurs has gotten smaller due to the power of social media. Turning hobbies into jobs Throughout

Dropping of women’s diving irks minister

KUCHING: Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah does not agree that the women’s diving event has been dropped. “Ever since Pandalela Rinong has made international status, it has attracted a large number of interests in diving for both male and female divers.

Hoping for state’s better SUKMA outing

KUCHING: It is hoped that the Sarawak contingent will deliver more gold medals in the coming 20th Malaysian Games (SUKMA). In making the comment, Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said a total of 698 athletes will be representing Sarawak in the

Longhouse renovations towards ease, comfort

BELAGA: Murum assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon oversaw various renovation works in Long Dusan and Long Seripa situated in Sungai Jelalong in Tubau on Tuesday (July 26). According to Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS), the renovation works for the roof of the longhouses were conducted at the longhouses comprising Rumah Jau Dungau

Paddy farmers to reap benefits

KUCHING: The research lab for Biris paddy in Simunjan is expected to increase crop produce as well as market its product locally once it is completed in the next three months, said Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC) Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. Nancy, who is also Batang Sadong

Home Affairs Ministry approves visas for tourists

KUCHING: Visa applications for tourists to enter to Sarawak come under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Home Affairs. Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri clarified this to the media after officiating at the opening ceremony of the 23rd Meeting of the ASEAN Sub-Committee on

Snowdan receives courtesy call

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts  Datuk  Snowdan  Lawan received a courtesy call recently from National Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) chief executive officer (CEO) Nasir Ibrahim along with senior officers from FINAS. The courtesy call took place at Snowdan’s office located in Bangunan Baitulmakmur, Level 17