Author: Sarah Hafizah Chandra

Manipulating technology to ease life

‘A year spent in artificial intelligence is enough to make one believe in God.’ —Alan Perlis, American computer scientist.   At first, I planned to fully write this, my first column, using an artificial intelligence (AI) writer. But somehow, AI wasn’t able to do that. People are praising the miracle

Roundabout traffic light projects ready by November

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Traffic light projects at five roundabouts along the Samarahan-Kuching Expressway will be ready by November this year. Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos who disclosed this said the local council had met with the Public Works Department (PWD) and contractors to get an update on

Sarawak Energy retraces digital journey at cloud summit

KUCHING: Upskilling employees with digital skills has improved workforce flexibility at Sarawak Energy, said its Chief Digital Officer Sim Ko Sin. She said this in turn encouraged the exploration of new ways of working by leveraging technologies and innovations, creating a positive experience in using digital tools. Thus making for

Sarawak’s stake in Mentarang HEP strategic move

MALINAU (North Kalimantan): Sarawak’s participation in the Mentarang hydroelectric plant (HEP) in North Kalimantan through Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) is an important step forward for the state’s renewable energy sector, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “SEB’s investment in the project is a strategic capital outlay

Sarawak Esports Expo 2023 to be held March 16 to 19

KUCHING: The Sarawak Esports Expo 2023 (Sarex23) is poised to take place from March 16 to 19 at Riverside Majestic Hotel in Kuching, promising an unparalleled experience for esports enthusiasts of all levels. Boasting cutting-edge technology, state-of-the-art gaming equipment, and expert organizers, Sarex23 is expected to be the largest esports

Sarawak Biodiversity Centre hosts ministry’s delegates

KUCHING: The Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC) has the privilege of hosting delegates from Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health. The delegates led by senior director of National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) Rosilawati Ahmad, were also accompanied by delegates from the State Health Department which were led by deputy director (Pharmacy)

S’wak to help build Indonesia’s biggest hydropower plant

MALINAU (NORTH KALIMANTAN): Sarawak is ready to share its experience in the field of renewable energy generation with neighbouring countries beginning with the construction of the largest hydroelectric power station in Indonesia at Mentarang River. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this would be for the

Bomba ready at moment’s notice

KUCHING: The State Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba Sarawak) and other relevant agencies are on high alert in view of the wet spell forecast. Bomba Sarawak director Datuk Khirudin Drahman said the department has been deploying personnel for patrols around high-risk areas. He said this is to provide concerned public

Fatimah in S’pore for insights on geriatric care

SINGAPORE: A delegation led by Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah is in Singapore to gain insights on the latest intervention, new initiatives and updated policies for the elderly and the disadvantaged. With Sarawak reaching the status of an ageing region where 16 per

New road to reduce congestion, increase settlements

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will build a new road from Jalan Sungai Maong-Segedup to Kampung Sejijak-Malihah to boast the local economy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tung Openg said this will be included in the mid-term review of the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK-12) “Under the mid-term review of