Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Gift of Smile offers beacon of hope for children

KUCHING: A transformative programme, ‘Gift of Smile’, aimed to bring hope and joy to the children of Sarawak born with a cleft lip and palate was unveiled here Monday. Looking at the challenges faced by these children, KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital, Sarawak General Hospital (SGH), and Ronald McDonald House Charities

Sarawak and X-FAB power local semiconductors

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is making significant progress in its collaboration with X-FAB Global Services to produce semiconductor and microchip materials locally. Board of Directors of X-FAB Europe member Roland Duchatelet expressed gratitude for the state government’s support since the company’s establishment in Sarawak in 2006. The government’s assistance has

Rentap calls for good platform to promote local food

KUCHING: Sarawak Gastronomy (SAGO) Incubator participants should be given priority to participate in future food festivals. Deputy Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said entrepreneurs should be given a good platform to showcase their skills and talents in the food and beverage (F&B) industry. He assured

Roots and culture ingredients for culinary success

KUCHING: Holding onto one’s roots and culture is the key to becoming an amazing chef. Chef Febs Asyagaf from Indonesia said as a chef, these two factors are what makes their dishes unique from others. Born of a Sumatran father and Javanese mother with a slight touch of Arabic and

Book launched to mark Sarawak’s 60th Independence anniversary

KUCHING: The Sarawak 60th Independence Anniversary Celebration continues with mesmerising performances during the state banquet. The ceremony, which was held at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) here last night (July 23), was graced by the presence of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his wife Datuk Amar

Sarawak marks 60th anniversary of independence

In the lush heartland of Borneo, where nature’s enchantment intertwines with cultural diversity, a remarkable milestone approaches as Sarawak, the land of captivating beauty and rich heritage, is celebrating its 60th anniversary of independence. As the auspicious occasion dawns upon this land, a sense of profound sentimentality sweeps through every

Get a clear policy on CERT

KUCHING: Sarawakian MPs are urged to engage with Putrajaya to establish a clear policy for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the crucial role of CERT, which received training from the Malaysia Civil Defence Department (MCDD) Sarawak and Sarawak Security and Enforcement

15 ambulances to aid rural areas

KUCHING: The Malaysia Civil Defense Department (MCDD) Sarawak has acquired 15 four-wheel drive ambulances to improve emergency services in the state’s rural areas. As of now, eight ambulances have already reached MCDD Sarawak, with seven more expected to arrive soon. These vehicles will be vital for managing disasters, particularly in

Courtesy calls on Abang Johari

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received two courtesy visits at Baitulmakmur Building I here today. The first visit was from a Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad delegation led by its chief executive officer Ruslan Abdul Ghani and accompanied by former chairman Datuk Abdul Mutalib Alias. During

Calls for Sarawak to publish 2,800 books annually

KUCHING: Sarawak needs to publish at least 2,800 more books annually to match the standards of other developed countries. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries, and Performing Arts (MTCP) Datuk Sebastian Ting said currently, the state has only produced less than 500 books. “We are far behind the target of