Lions Club spreads Xmas joy to cancer patients
MIRI: Handing over of Christmas gifts for the children in Miri Hospital was done by the organising chairlady, Lion Jennifer Phang, on behalf of Lions Club of Miri Central to Dr Francis Heng, the Deputy Director (Medical) of Miri Hospital. This Christmas project was witnessed by Club President Lion Mary Wee, Secretary Lion Lau Soo Moi, […]
Adelyn regains hearing loss via implant
BY NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY & MEDECCI LINEIL KUCHING: Christmas came early for a 27-year-old lady as her auditory brainstem implant was switched on today (Dec 23). Adelyn Allen Alang from Serian suffers from neurofibromatosis type 2 and has a severe sensorineural hearing loss in both ears. After waiting for two years, she had successfully undergone […]
Sarawakians head home for Christmas
KUCHING: As Christmas approaches this coming Sunday (Dec 25), Sarawakians are returning to their respective hometowns to celebrate the joyful occasion with their loved ones. Some of them have not been back to their hometowns in a very long time, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic and now they are more than excited and happy to […]
Hoping for a better 2023
KUCHING: Sarawakians have been urged to look forward to a good economy coupled with political stability in Malaysia. Sarawak Patriotic Association (SPA) chairman Datuk John Lau said that for the past year, it had been a roller coaster where political leaders were playing games to remain in power. “With the GE15 and the formation of […]
The Christmas that I know
Christmas is many things. It is the time of the celebration of the birth of Christ. It is a season when many preparations are being made. Gifts must be bought, cards sent, decorations put up, food assembled, trips made, and much work done. It is a vacation time, a time of feasting, a time of […]
Balloon fair invokes Christmas spirit
Christmas is just around the corner, which means that various events are getting into the festive spirit. Cartoonland is one of them. Cartoonland, a Christmas balloon fair, takes place in Aeroville Mall, Kuching from December 15 to 26, 2022. This Balloon Fair is a joint effort with De Jackie Inspirations in conjunction with the Christmas celebration. […]
Visit brings cheers to kids at hospital
MIRI: A visit from members of Lion Clubs International of District 308-A2 Region 4 in Zone 9 comprising of Lions Club of Miri Mandarin, Lions Club of Batu Niah, Lions Club of Lutong and Lambir brought cheers and smile to children at Miri Hospital, recently. The visit was arranged in conjunction with the upcoming Christmas […]
Bomba reminds public about 3Ls this Christmas
KUCHING: Sarawakians have been urged to take precautionary measures during the Christmas celebration and to be safe to avoid accidents from happening. Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) director Datuk Khirudin Drahman said Sarawakians must be vigilant against the 3Ls – Lupa, Leka dan Lalai or forgetfulness, carelessness and negligence. In light of the coming […]
King Charles III shares first Christmas card as head of Britain
LONDON: Britain’s royal family shared a look at the first Christmas card under newly crowned monarch King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla reported UPI. Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and New Year, the card reads, with a photo of the king and queen consort. The simple season’s greetings are the first since 1952 […]
Christmas parade makes spectacular return
SIBU: The Christmas parade made a spectacular return with thousands of people from various denominations and groups converging at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 1 on yesterday (Dec 10). Aided by fine weather, the annual event which is making a comeback after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, lit up the festive mood […]
