Author: Jacintha Jolene

‘Kilat Boy’ getting ready for ABF title defence in December

KUCHING: Sarawakian boxer Daeloniel Mcdelon Bong, affectionately known as ‘Kilat Boy’, is showing no signs of slowing down. He is preparing for his first title defence, scheduled to take place in Bangkok next month. The Sri Aman pugilist made history by becoming the first Sarawakian to win the Asian Boxing

Sarawak to get second PCS fuel station

KAPIT: A portable container system (PCS) fuel station is set to be constructed here, specifically at Simpang 4, Kampung Sawang. According to the Minister of Entrepreneurship Development and Cooperatives Datuk Ewon Benedick, the project, undertaken by the Sungai Kapit Cooperative Berhad (KSKB), will be the second PCS fuel station in

Understanding early adulthood

THE title of the book “Quarterlife: The Search for Self in Early Adulthood” seems very fitting for me, as I am in my 20s and still trying to figure out the best approach to navigate this phase of life. So, what are “Quarterlifers”? Author Satya Doyle Byock refers to them

Fatimah wants umbrella body for special needs varsity students

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has suggested the formation of a body to represent the voices of special needs students in order to bridge the gap between them and the university. The Minister of Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development said the concerns of special needs students are

Sarawak behind Johor; GDP doubling not impossible

KUCHING: Sarawak, currently in second position in terms of economic development in the country, is now focusing on harnessing the potential to double its gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said based on the latest statistics, Sarawak is currently behind Johor,

Sarawak to build student accommodation in KL

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is currently searching for a suitable site to construct a building to accommodate Sarawakian students studying in Kuala Lumpur.  Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the location would also have easy access to public transportation to facilitate students’ travel to their respective

Varsity urged to conduct research on biodiversity

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg wants Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) to conduct research on biodiversity. He made the call during the inauguration of the Sheikh Othman Sarawak Endowment Chair at the university’s campus in Bangi, today (Oct 25). He explained that last September was recorded

Holistic approach vital to stem child abuse

KUCHING: A holistic approach is necessary to address abuse or violence against children comprehensively. Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said in advocating and creating awareness on the issue, there must be inter-agency cooperation.  “In terms of intervention such as reporting by the victim of

Upcoming Sarawak Regatta gets Petros sponsorship

KUCHING: Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) has sponsored a sum of RM500,000 for the organisation of the Sarawak Regatta which will held early November.  This contribution was made as part of the company’s Government-Linked Company (GLC) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in conjunction with the upcoming Sarawak Regatta scheduled to take place

Abdul Karim welcomes gathering in solidarity with Palestine

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has welcomed the people of Sarawak who wish to gather in solidarity with the people of Palestine.  As such, the Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts is willing to issue permits for the gathering to take place at Celebration Square in