Author: Sarah Hafizah Chandra

Jeniri appointed member of DBP board of directors

KUCHING: Senior fellow of the Malaysian Council of Professors (MPN) Datuk Dr Jeniri Amir has been appointed as a member of the board of directors of Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP). He is appointed for a term of three years, effective from January 1, 2024 until December 31, 2027. Chairman

Spells and fantasies of being a royal

“I have always dreamed of being a princess” – anonymous ISN’T it every girl’s dream to marry a prince and become a princess?  Personally, I have always known that this dream of mine is very far-fetched, but it has not stopped me from daydreaming about marrying a prince. Last week,

AirAsia to launch more daily Jakarta-Kuching flights

KUCHING: AirAsia will increase its flight frequency between Jakarta and Kuching daily, from the present three times per week, beginning Feb 8. Presently, AirAsia is operating flights for the route every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The seats are available for booking now for immediate travel from as low as 689.000

A bold leader with a heart for the people

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been described as a passionate and visionary leader who is not afraid to take risks.  Datuk Seri Abang Abdul Karim Tun Openg said one of the important elements that contributed to his younger brother’s success is his willingness to

Businesses committed to uphold Premier’s vision

KUCHING: The business community in Sarawak is committed to support the vision, initiatives, and policies of the state government. Sarawak Business Federation (SBF) president Datuk Seri Abang Abdul Karim Tun Abang Openg said businesses are taking the cues from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership. He said

The wonders of the Wheel of Life

“If you always do what you have always done, you will always be where you have always been”, American non-denominational Christian preacher, T.D. Jakes IN the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, it is easy to lose sight of our overall well-being and the balance required for a fulfilling

Perdana Petroleum looking to reach greater heights

Since its establishment in 2004, Perdana Petroleum Berhad continues to be a leading provider of offshore marine services for the upstream oil and gas industry. The company is one of the few Sarawak publicly listed companies that is a seasoned player in the marine services sector specialising in offshore support vessels

Perdana Petroleum aims to increase Sarawakian workforce

KUCHING: Perdana Petroleum Berhad is planning to increase the representation of Sarawakians in its workforce. Managing Director, Jamalluddin Obeng said the company is aiming to further boost the current 45 percent of Sarawakian employees, including offshore crew members. “With the establishment of our new branch office in Miri where we