Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Sports carnival serves as platform to unearth talents

KUCHING: The SABERKAS Samariang branch-level Sports Carnival (KASUS) 2023 is a platform to unearth talents among the youth. In stating this, Samariang assemblywoman Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said that with several activities organised, it is not impossible to scout talents that can be promoted to a higher level

Redelineation timely to fill up 35 pct quota

KUCHING: Sarawak needs a few more dozen seats to fill up the 35 per cent quota in the Parliament. Commenting on the study conducted by the Election Commission (EC) on the redelineation in Sarawak, Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman

2023 sees new benchmarks in visionary projects

Sarawak has experienced a transformative and trailblazing year marked by unprecedented strides in development and the initiation of visionary projects. With its accomplishments in 2023, Sarawak emerged as a beacon of progress, setting new benchmarks in infrastructure, economic growth, and sustainable initiatives. From the completion of major undertakings that redefine

Abdullah: Science and tech mastery crucial for Sarawak’s youth

KUCHING: There is a need for a technologically adept younger generation to capitalise on opportunities within today’s open economy. In stating this, Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and Sarawak Public Communication Unit) Datuk Abdullah Saidol said such a generation can be developed through the collaborative efforts

Ministry targets PoP completion by October 2025

KUCHING: About 10 per cent out of 681 Point of Presence (PoP) Phase 2 projects have been completed as of November this year in Sarawak. In announcing this, Deputy Minister of Communication Teo Nie Ching said the remaining 90 per cent of PoPs in the state are expected to be

356 5G towers so far; ministry seeks help

KUCHING: The Communications Ministry has successfully developed 356 5G telecommunication towers in Sarawak. Announcing this, its Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching said the construction of the 5G towers could accelerate if there is cooperation and assistance from various agencies.. “There are still towers that are unfinished… we believe with the

Mass circumcision draws 82, including non-Muslims

ASAJAYA: The practice of circumcision has always been a tradition for Muslims but there is nothing to stop others from getting themselves circumcised for hygiene and health purposes. At the Sunathon 2.0 programme which took place at the An-Najah Mosque in Asajaya here Sunday there were 82 boys from both

Dual carriageway project to begin next year

ASAJAYA: The dual carriageway project from the Batang Samarahan Bridge to the Batang Sadong Bridge will begin next year. Asajaya assemblyman Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said its implementation comes under the Second Trunk Road (STR) project and has been awarded to Hock Seng Lee Berhad (HSL). “There are

Sunathon 2.0 2023 sees 82 boys participating in circumcision programme

ASAJAYA: The recently concluded Sunathon 2.0 2023 programme marked another successful chapter as 82 boys underwent circumcision at the An-Najah Mosque. The said programme was organised by the Asajaya Health Clinic in collaboration with Sarawak General Hospital, Sarawak Heart Centre, Asajaya District Office and the mosque committee. Asajaya assemblyman Datuk

Christmas cookies spread cheer in Satok constituency

KUCHING: The festive spirit graced Satok constituency in advance as its residents were treated to Christmas cookies courtesy of their assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki. Organised by Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Satok Branch at Thompson Corner and Sing Wah Yuen Cafe, 200 packets of Christmas cookies and greeting cards were