Corn flour innovation produces craft products with big potential
KUALA LUMPUR: While a majority of us use corn flour to thicken our gravies and sauces, an innovative and creative couple from Sungai Petani, Kedah, came up with something different by using corn flour dough as the basic ingredient to produce handmade craft products. Aida Yuhaini Yusoff, 43, and her husband, Hasnizar Abdul Halim, 44, […]
Sarawak govt urged to foster tech start-ups, address Satok traffic jam
THE Sarawak government is urged to share access to new technology and innovation with start-ups to produce more technology-based enterprises. Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki said the partnership can be implemented through related agencies such as the Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) and others. “I suggest that access to new technology can be shared with […]
Sagah urges more innovation competitions to foster student creativity
SIBU: There is a need for more innovation competitions as a means to cultivate creativity among students. According to Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, this aligns with the government’s objective of nurturing a culture of innovation, especially among the younger generation. “I believe that through innovation competitions like […]
Malaysia sets gold standard in practices of halal integrity through science, innovation
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia as a global leader in the halal industry has set a gold standard of practices towards upholding halal integrity and values through science and innovation. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said, for that, Malaysia aims to collectively expand the halal market’s reach and ensure […]
Swinburne’s GradX exhibition stuns visitors
KUCHING: Swinburne University’s GradX, a final year design student Graduation Exhibition showcasing the creativity and innovation of students attracted large crowd of attendees. The event, which started yesterday (June 16), saw approximately 200 students, lecturers, and members of the public participating. It will continue until today (June 17). Stephanie Wong, the leader in visuals and […]
Innovation Day unearths young innovators
KUCHING: SJK Chung Hua No. 5 Kuching recently organised an Innovation Day to allow students to showcase their talents and creative ideas through projects and exhibits. The Innovation Day on Feb 10 witnessed exhibits which paved the way for students to extend their learning skills related to interaction, collaboration and communication. Moreover, the occasion also […]
Malaysia has much to offer in halal economy, other areas in Muslim world
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia, as a leading nation in the Muslim world, still has much to offer in best practices, trade and innovation, said caretaker Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed. The country is a role model for the halal economy and has positioned itself as a prime mover of the […]
Initiative to boost research, innovation
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sarawak campus yesterday launched its Erasmus+ and Learning Centre to boost research and innovation. Its Vice Chancellor Professor Datuk Dr. Roziah Mohd Janor said that the initiative has been one that the university has been looking forward to bring it into the global stage. “I am very proud because […]
Culture of innovation means better services
KUCHING: Civil servants under the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MYSED) are advised to remain creative and to constantly seek out fresh ideas for providing better services. Its minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah Karim, in giving the advice, said the MYSED’s Innovative and Creative Circle (ICC) Mini Convention is the driving […]
No substitute to innovation in business growth
KUCHING: The need for innovation is essential for businesses to stay competitive and relevant, said Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) board of trustee member, Dennis Ngau. He said companies that utilise innovative approaches and techniques can create incredible new products and services, understand new market opportunities and trends, and solve existing problems with better […]
