Abang Johari to showcase Sarawak’s hydrogen economy success at ASEAN Energy Forum in Bali
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is scheduled to present Sarawak’s achievements in the hydrogen economy at the ASEAN Energy Forum in Bali on Oct 31. He revealed that he will be speaking at the forum alongside Indonesian President Joko Widodo. “I was invited to give my views this coming Monday […]
Premier: Acquisition of Maswings to boost international participation in state festivals and events
KUCHING: Sarawak is eagerly anticipating its acquisition of Maswings, aiming to attract more visitors, including international participants, for Sarawak Regatta, dragon boat events and other significant occasions in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said there is already an overwhelming response from participants in the International Dragon Boat Regatta event […]
Expert from China may assist Sarawak in hybrid paddy cultivation, says Premier
KUCHING: Hybrid paddy seed experts from Wuhan, China, may extend assistance to Sarawak for its paddy cultivation project following the success of a pilot project in Lubok Punggor, Gedong. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the pilot project covering a one-hectare site yielded an impressive eight tonnes of harvest from the […]
Abang Johari draws parallels between Sarawak’s energy transition and Winston Churchill’s transformational leadership
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has drawn parallels between Sarawak’s energy transition and Winston Churchill’s transformative decisions during World War II, highlighting the need for Sarawak to adapt to renewable energy sources. Drawing from history, he referenced Churchill’s pivotal shift from coal to oil to power Britain’s naval fleet. He […]
Amazing Race: The Garden 2023 draws 72 teams of civil servants in Kuching
KUCHING: Seventy-two teams comprising 300 female civil servants from federal and state departments embarked on the Amazing Race: The Garden 2023 at State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Building here this morning (Oct 28). The event, organised by the Malaysian Government Servants Welfare and Sports Council (MAKSAK) Women Sarawak, was flagged off by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan […]
Deputy Minister urges early mammogram screenings for breast cancer prevention
KUCHING: Women across the state are encouraged to undergo mammogram screenings to enable early detection and prevention of breast cancer. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier Department (Law, MA63 and State-Federal Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said breast cancer ranks among the most prevalent cancers affecting women, according to national statistics. “That is […]
Ethnic community association urges caution over involving school children in international affairs
KUCHING: The Sarawak Kajang Ethnic Community Association (PKEKS) has expressed concern that school children in Belaga should not be embroiled in international political affairs and conflicts between nations, communities or groups of people. PKEKS special advisor Jay Jonoi Surai questioned the purpose of ‘Solidarity Week For Palestine’ programme in all schools nationwide, deeming such initiatives […]
Acid Rain’s ‘Manuk Bauh’ wins top prize at 9th Bidayuh Song Chart Awards
KUCHING: Acid Rain, with their song ‘Manuk Bauh’, clinched the top spot at the 9th Edition of the Bidayuh Song Chart Awards, securing a cash prize of RM5,000 along with a trophy. Following closely in second place was Mezzavoce with their rendition of ‘Bukang’. They were awarded a cash prize of RM3,000 and a trophy, […]
Pray for peace and harmony, not hate and violence
KUCHING: Catholic Bishops Conference of Malaysia (CBCM) president Archbishop Simon Poh has called for solidarity in praying for peace in Palestine. This call comes after videos surfaced showing school teachers carrying toy guns and encouraging students to step on a flag labelled as the enemy’s, a display which Poh finds deeply troubling. He expressed concern […]
Car engulfed in flames after recent accident
KUCHING: A car that had recently been in an accident ignited in flames at Kampung Kolong 2 in the early hours of today (Oct 28). Reports from the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) indicate that they were alerted to the incident at 2.44am, leading to the dispatch of a team from the Petra Jaya fire […]
