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Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Jombola eyes global recognition

BINTULU: The sport of jombola, a homegrown Malaysian game, is poised to gain traction at both national and international stages. The Murum assemblyman and Sarawak Jombola Association president, Chukpai Kennedy Ugon, introduced jombola as a unique Malaysian invention. “Jombola is a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone in the

Teacher fosters unity through community work

BINTULU: An early exposure to community activities fostered an interest in Joyce Morris Kapong to contribute to the rural people of Lundu, Bario and Limbang. According to the language teacher, her involvement started when she accompanied her parents in their travels to the inland communities. “When I accompanied them I

BYE Mini Concert in Bintulu this Saturday

BINTULU: The public are invited to attend the BYE Mini Concert scheduled for this Saturday (Sept 16) at the Boulevard Shopping Mall here. This event is a collaborative effort between Junior Chambers International (JCI) Bintulu, the Sarawak Youth and Sports Department (JBS) Bintulu Division, Boulevard Shopping Mall Bintulu, and is

Bintulu Hospital secures RM300k upgrade fund

BINTULU: The Health Ministry has approved RM300,000 to improve Bintulu Hospital’s healthcare facilities. Its Minister Dr. Zaliha Mustafa said the move ensures top-notch healthcare for local residents. She highlighted the hospital’s potential need for further upgrades, but such plans need federal clearance. Dr Zaliha said, “Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong

Book on Punan myths and legends presented to King and Queen

A book titled “Punan Myths and Legends” by Calvin Jemarang was presented as a souvenir to Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah during the Kembara Kenali Borneo tour at Kampung Penan Muslim Batu 10 here. Calvin explained that

Royal visit, an unforgettable event for Bintulu folk

BINTULU: Residents here are excited about the visit of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah which is seen to be an unforgettable experience in addition to strengthening racial harmony and unity. The Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah will be

Police nab foreigner with 5.2g Syabu

BINTULU: A suspected drug dealer was caught with 5.2 grams of what is believed to be Syabu at Nyigu’s residential area here on today. Bintulu police chief, Superintendent Bartholomew Umpit, said that the 51-year-old foreign man was arrested by officers from Narcotics Crime Investigation Division at the Bintulu District Police

Unifor allocates RM200k for Good Samaritan Chapel construction

BINTULU: The Sarawak government, via the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor), presented a cheque for RM200,000 to aid in the construction of the church in Sungai Mas here. The handover took place on today (Sept 8), with Unifor director Datuk Jack Aman Luat presenting the funding to Pastor Winston, the

UPM Bintulu students do their campus proud

BINTULU: Six Diploma in Agricultural Engineering Technology students from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Bintulu Campus brought pride to their institution by clinching both gold and silver medals at the Southeast Asian Agricultural and Food Engineering Student Chapter Annual Regional Convention (ARC2023) recently. The event took place at the Faculty of

Ensuring better understanding of Socso benefits that are available

BINTULU: The National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) Bintulu branch is set to collaborate with the Social Security Organisation (Socso) to enhance the distribution and understanding of various social welfare benefits available to the community. MTPN Bintulu chairman Chiong Ying Ying highlighted this initiative, emphasising that many individuals are unaware of