Households better off with fire extinguisher, smoke detector
KUCHING: The State Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba Sarawak) will continue advocacy and awareness efforts on the importance of each household having a fire extinguisher and smoke detector. Bomba Sarawak director Datuk Khirudin Drahman said only 5.3 per cent of households in Sarawak are equipped with fire extinguishers and only 1.9 per cent have smoke […]
DBKU initiative starting point to losing weight: Mayor
KUCHING: The Jom Sihat programme organised by Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) is a starting point for participants looking to reduce weight or address weight-related issues, said DBKU mayor Hilmy Othman. “It’s essential to note that this programme doesn’t solely focus on physical activities but emphasises knowledge about adopting a healthy lifestyle and effective weight […]
Children at centre feted to Christmas treats
KUCHING: Sarawak Metro recently brought Christmas cheer and joy to the Salvation Army Kuching Children’s Care Centre in Kota Samarahan. The Sarawak Metro team spent the morning distributing festive treats for the children and also had the chance to sing Christmas carols with them. Among those present were Sarawak Metro director of Corporate Communication, SEED […]
Big-hearted Sarawakians head back for Christmas
KUCHING: Even though she embraced Islam more than four years ago, 28-year-old Anna Frincus continues the tradition of celebrating Christmas and Gawai with her family in Sri Aman every year. The mother of one admits to always being excited and happy to celebrate these festivities with her non-Muslim family. “Every year, my husband and I […]
State has ticked every box, says Karim
KUCHING: It has been a great 2023 for Sarawak, declared Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Be it the political, economic or social aspect, the state has ticked every box, he said in summing up the year. For starters he took pride that the tourist arrival target for the […]
View world from a bigger perspective: Karim
KUCHING: Tolerance, harmony and peace are key to ensuring the continued well-being of multi-racial Sarawak. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it is therefore important that people do not only think of themselves, their religion and their race. “This is because any small issue, regarding race and […]
DAP allocates RM85,000 to SK Satria Jaya
KUCHING: The Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak has allocated RM85,000 to SK Satria Jaya in a noteworthy move to enhance the school’s learning environment. The funds will be utilised for the purchase of new tables and chairs, catering to the needs of half of the student population. Michael Kong, special assistant to DAP Sarawak chairman […]
Tropical peat conservation in line with PCDS 2030
KUCHING: The Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) will continue to support the Sarawak Tropical Peat Research Institute (TROPI) to carry out research and conserve tropical peat in the state. According to the minister, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said, TROPI’s efforts are in line with Sarawak’s Post COVID-19 Development Strategy Plan […]
Prioritise safety during water activities these school holidays: Bomba
KUCHING: Parents have been urged to give priority to their children’s safety when the latter are engaged in water activities during the school holidays. State Fire and Rescue Department (Sarawak Bomba) director Datuk Khirudin Drahman said precautions are crucial to prevent untoward incidents during recreational activities at the beach or swimming pool. “Parents are excited […]
Be vigilance against rising Covid-19 cases: Abdul Karim
KUCHING: The recent surge in Covid-19 cases has prompted a call for heightened awareness, particularly among high-risk groups such as the elderly and individuals with respiratory conditions. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stressed the importance of continued vigilance despite the perceived decrease in the severity of Covid-19 […]
