Author: Ma Chee Seng

Family of hero Syafiq thanks Premier, others for help

KUCHING: The family’s of the heroic Mohamad Syafiq Ali Hanaffiah has expressed profound gratitude to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for the assistance that will greatly ease their financial challenges. Syafiq on Thursday (Jan 11) shared his feelings about the generous donation, stating he is grateful

Premier donates RM50,000 to unsung hero’s family facing hardship

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg personally donated RM50,000 to the family of Mohamad Syafiq Ali Hanaffiah, a courageous individual who risked his life to save victims of a fire incident last year. Representing Abang Johari today (Jan 11), Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman, the chief political secretary

Tondong-Sebuku route upgrade to mitigate flooding risks

BAU: Datuk Henry Harry Jinep revealed that the Public Works Department (JKR) plans to propose improvements to the Tondong-Jalan Sebuku route leading to the Bau Police Station to address its susceptibility to flooding. During the soft opening of the Tondong-Sebuku Bridge and Tondong Multipurpose Hall on Wednesday (Jan 10), the

Chinese geomancy paints rosy picture ahead for state

KUCHING: Sarawak can look forward to more blessings this year, according to Feng Shui master Datuk Paduka Master Koh. He predicted that the state is poised to experience continued stability in politics, improved living conditions for its citizens and witness enhanced employment opportunities. Koh said Sarawak’s political landscape is expected

Govt urged to reconsider SST on traditional meds

KUCHING: The Federal Government has been urged to reconsider its decision to impose an 8% Sales and Service Tax (SST) on physiotherapy and Traditional and Complementary Medicine (TCM) treatments, set to take effect in March 2024. Bandar Kuching MP Dr. Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen emphasises that healthcare should be viewed

SPM candidates urged to prioritise health amid rising Covid-19 cases

KUCHING: The Sarawak United People’ Party (SUPP) Pending Branch has issued a reminder to all candidates of the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) to prioritise their personal health amid the spike in Covid-19 cases. According to a press release issued on Wednesday (Jan 3), it is paramount for students to focus

Maxim expands its reach to meet growing demand

KUCHING: In response to the growing demand for convenient transportation solutions, Maxim, the prolific online transportation service provider, has unveiled its services in six new towns in the state. This strategic expansion into Bau, Betong, Kanowit, Lundu, Sri Aman, and Tatau reflects Maxim’s commitment to advancing digitalisation and ensuring Malaysians

Tourist guides petition for scrapping compulsory course for licence renewal

KUCHING: Licensed tourist guides want the mandatory Continuing Tourism Related Education (CTRE) courses required for licence renewal scrapped, citing significant challenges faced within the industry. A registered tourist guide, Lim An Kok, penned a letter to Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, stressing the difficulties faced by the tourist

SEB’s pioneering science-based emissions reduction target receives global validation

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB), Malaysia’s leading renewable energy developer, has garnered international recognition as the global Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) officially validates its ambitious near-term emissions reduction target. The SBTi approval, granted on Nov 8, 2023, solidifies Sarawak Energy’s position as the first major corporation in Malaysia to

Minister’s visit brings ray of hope for unsung hero and burn victim

Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah’s recent visit to the home of Mohamad Syafiq Ali Hanaffiah has sparked a renewed sense of hope within the burn victim. On Dec 29, 2023, Fatimah embarked on a mission to understand the intricate needs of Syafiq, a