Author: Tania Lam

Serian Class 3 health clinic completion in 2022

KUCHING:The construction of the Class 3 health clinic in Serian is expected to be completed by June 9, 2022, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba. He said that the project was implemented in phases and had commenced on June 10 this year with an estimated construction period of

Many happy returns of the day, Abang Johari!

KUCHING: Today marked Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg’s 70th birthday. On this special occasion, state leaders shared heartfelt birthday wishes — all with hopes for Abang Johari to continue leading Sarawak to even greater heights in the years to come. TOURISM, ARTS AND CULTURE MINISTER DATUK ABDUL

Govt improving broadband services in Baram

KUCHING: The Ministry of Communications and Multimedia (MCMC) is prioritising the provision of rural broadband services to areas such as longhouses and villages including those in Baram. “This is our effort to bridge the digital gap between urban and rural areas,” said Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul

Market traders urged to comply with SOPs

KUCHING: All traders must strictly observe the standard operating procedures (SOPs) such as wearing of face masks and physical distancing at Riyal Market  in Kota Samarahan to contain the spread of Covid-19. “On top of that, they must have their temperatures taken and provide personal details twice a day —

Schools outside red zones may close

KUCHING: Schools outside Covid-19 red zones may also be closed if there is a need, said Senior Minister (Education) Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin. He pointed out that Kedah is not a red zone yet but several schools had been closed to curb the spread of the virus. “This is

Don’t put down other people’s efforts, Soon Koh told

KUCHING: If Bawang Assan assemblyman Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh cannot solve setbacks to the people’s livelihood, he should not cut off his nose to spite his face by putting down the efforts of other people who sincerely wish to bring solutions, said Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing.

Minister graces korban meat distribution event

SAMARAHAN: Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah attended the Asajaya Korban Meat Distribution Programme yesterday. According to the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the event took place at Kampung Tambirat, Kampung Sambir and Kampung Serpan. At the programme, Abdul Karim, who is also Asajaya assemblyman, expressed

‘Faceless’ city

KUCHING: Not a bare face was seen among people strolling in the city today as Kuching celebrated the 32nd anniversary of its elevation to a city. It was apparent that everyone took the government’s rule on seriously in regards to the mandatory use of face masks in public or crowded

Whatever it takes to beat Covid-19

RESTRICTION OF BUSINESS HOURS KUCHING: The restriction of business hours from 6am to 10pm has come into effect starting from yesterday. The restriction will be enforced until August 14 and is applicable to the businesses that operate in Kuching, Samarahan, and Serian. The Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) said that

Solve flood problems in Bawang Assan: MP

KUCHING: The Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) and Sarawak Rivers Board (SRB) need to develop lasting solutions for the flooding problems around the Bawang Assan area, said Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. He said they should take immediate steps to study and monitor the nearby Rajang and Igan