Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

SFC closes Wind Cave temporarily

KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has announced the temporary closure of the Wind Cave Nature Reserve due to flooding. The closure is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice to allow for cleaning operations and ensure visitor safety amid the rainy season. “Hence, it will be

Programme to promote religious unity and cultural identity

KUCHING: The SAMAceramah Pejuang Melayu Sarawak 2024: Syarahan Rosly Dhoby and Rukun 13 programme promotes religious unity and cultural identity in Sarawak. It is organised by Amanah Khairat Yayasan Budaya Melayu Sarawak (AKYBMS). AKYBMS general manager Datuk Sanib Said stated that the programme here aimed to serve as a platform

Promoting Bak Kut Teh as tourist attraction lauded

KUCHING: The Sarawak Patriots Association (SPA) welcomes the initiative taken by Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing to promote Bak Kut Teh as a tourist attraction. SPA noted that it is heartening to see that many of the people from China, who plan to visit

Abdul Karim addresses exclusion of Pandelela, Nur Dhabitah from RTG programme

KUCHING: Minister for Youth, Sport and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah confirmed that the decision to remove national divers Datuk Pandelela Rinong and Nur Dhabitah Sabri from the Road To Gold (RTG) Programme falls within the jurisdiction of the federal Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS). He

Lucrative junior golf tournament draws over 80 young talents

KUCHING: A total of 84 young golfers are set to vie for the championship in the first-ever Sarawak Bumiputera Amateur Golf Association (PGABS) 2024 Inter-State Junior Golf Tournament. Sanctioned by the Malaysian Golf Association, the four-day tournament will take place at the Sarawak Golf Club (KGS), Petra Jaya here, from

Industries told to responsibly navigate SST hike

KUCHING: Industries are urged to exercise responsibility and avoid exploiting the recent sales and service tax (SST) hike. Starting March 1, the SST rate for most services, including overseas-based digital services, will increase to eight per cent from the current six per cent. Currently, only food and beverage, telecommunications, and

Video clip described as cheap publicity

KUCHING: The statement by former United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) member Zool Amali Hussin, also known as ‘Bozz Jebat’, who recently insulted Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in a six-minute video clip, has been described as mere cheap publicity. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing

Sarawak at crucial juncture of nation building, says Dr Sim

KUCHING: Sarawak has entered a pivotal period of nation building to regain its rights and autonomy, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said Sarawak has set ambitious goals under its Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, and the window is closing for the state to realise

Catch up in good weather, Uggah tells contractors

MARUDI: Contractors undertaking infrastructural projects like bridges state-wide have been advised to take full advantage of the prevailing good weather. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah said they should put in extra efforts to catch-up on any delays to the projects. He pointed out that the government had now approved

Hotels prompted to seek Halal certification

KUCHING: Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) has encouraged hotels to seek Halal certification, boosting Muslim patrons’ confidence in dining at their establishments. Its president Datuk Misnu Taha said as eateries and hotels roll out their Ramadan buffet promotions, the importance of Halal certification becomes apparent, although not mandatory, for easing diners’