Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Premier inaugurates first 5-star mosque in Kuching

KUCHING: The first-ever 5-star mosque in Kuching, Masjid Darul Naim, Kampung Lintang, was inaugurated by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today. He, along with guests, arrived at the mosque around 12.15pm to perform Friday prayers. After the prayers, he signed the plaque on the digital screen,

Petronas programme celebrates Sarawak’s cultural diversity

MIRI: The Petronas Ngiling Tikai programme is aimed at bringing stakeholders together to celebrate Sarawak’s cultural diversity. Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd Sarawak asset general manager Zubaidi Abang Zamhari pointed out that the programme this year was special. “Aside from us being able to celebrate this programme physically, this year we

Selangau, Kakus and Tamin voters reminded to not repeat past election errors

TATAU: Voters in the constituencies of Selangau, Kakus and Tamin have been reminded to not repeat past mistakes when the 15th General Election (GE15) comes around to avoid being deceived by the Opposition’s false promises. Minister in the Premier of Sarawak’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai stressed that the polls

Cherish customs and tradition, rep tells Iban youth

MARUDI: The Iban community, especially the youth, need to defend the customs and culture passed down to them by their ancestors. Marudi assemblyman Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said this is to ensure their heritage is not lost to time or influenced by foreign cultures. “Nowadays, the youth are easily influenced

Five-year work permit for professionals soon

KUCHING: Sarawak will be introducing the extension of work permit for professionals to five years instead of renewing it annually. According to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, the state needs more expertise such as the upper echelon, scientists, and many more to move forward in terms

More policies needed to encourage public to use electric vehicles

KUCHING: More policies need to be established to encourage the use of electric vehicles, says Dr Hazland Abang Hipni. The Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister stated that the government, especially the federal government, should look at the implementation of policies that could cultivate the public’s interest in using electric

MP says will look into Kampung Sungai Raya flood woes

SIMUNJAN: The government through the related agencies will address the flood issues faced by Kampung Sungai Raya folk, especially during the rainy season, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. The Batang Sadong MP added that her representative would meet the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) to get advice on the

Lubok Punggor bund reconstruction completed

GEDONG: A project to repair the bund at Kampung Lubok Punggor, which costs RM1.6mil, has completed. Batang Sadong MP Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri inspected the site on Monday (June 20) and said: “The broken bund had affected paddy cultivation in this area. “It is hoped that production of padi biris,

Private GPs can get medications from govt hospitals

KUCHING: The medication shortage predicament faced by private clinics will not place the health of Sarawakians in jeopardy. The assurance came from Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian who said private clinics running low on medications could “borrow supplies” from government facilities. “I am very grateful that Health

State records 325 new cases

KUCHING: Sarawak recorded 325 new COVID-19 cases during Epid (epidemiological) Week 24, which showed a slight increase from Epid Week 23 with 267 cases. According to the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee’s (SDMC) weekly report released yesterday, Kuching remained the state’s most affected district during Epid Weeks 24 and 23, with