Rising concerns as floating logs pose threat to Pandan village folk

LUNDU: The residents of the coastal village of Pandan and Pugu hope that pertinent government bodies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and local stakeholders would intervene to tackle the surge of floating logs in the vicinity. Village chief Azhar Dillah underscored the difficulty of relying solely on the resources of the village residents and called for support […]

Igniting a culture of fire safety

In this week’s article, we must address a critical aspect that concerns all of us deeply – fire safety. Despite the numerous reminders, it is evident that many Sarawakians still lack the necessary concern and understanding regarding the nature and characteristics of fire, along with the best practices to handle it. “Fire is not an […]

Razi addresses concerns over non-communicable diseases

SARIBAS: The current health situation, particularly concerning non-communicable diseases (NCDs), is a cause for concern due to the significant financial burden it places on the government in treating patients. Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood, and Community Development, Mohammad Razi Sitam, pointed out that the rise in these diseases, primarily caused by unhealthy lifestyle habits among […]

Speak up, govt listening to Dayak concerns

KUCHING: The Dayak community has been assured that the state government is listening to their concerns particularly issues that affect them. But Food Industries, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the community must speak up and provide suggestions as well as solutions to the government. “If you see something […]

Time To Talk About Infertility

Infertility is on the rise. As the numbers continue to raise concerns, Dr Haris Njoo, a fertility specialist, talks to New Sarawak Tribune about what infertility is and how to go around it. Declining fertility rates in Malaysia Procreation is the very essence of life. Without which, human life and civilisation would cease to exist. […]

Channel concerns appropriately

SIBU: President of the Sarawak Teachers Union (STU), Adam Prakash Abdullah reminded teachers to always use the proper channels when voicing their concerns about the reopening of school sessions. Speaking at the Sibu Division STU 18th annual general meeting, he said that filing a complaint through the proper channels can help avoid misinterpretation. He urged […]

Importers raise concern on congestion at Senari Port terminal

KUCHING: Local shippers have raised concerns on the congestion at the Senari Port Terminal leading to delays in containers being sent out to the respective importers. Sarawak Shipping Association chairman David Chung noted that hauliers have to wait in a queue for long hours to pick up containers before transporting the goods to the importers. […]