A great loss for the state, says Fatimah

KUCHING: The passing of Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri  Dr James Jemut Masing on Sunday (Oct 31) morning is a great loss for Sarawak. Welfare, Community Well-being, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said, “It is indeed with great sadness that  we heard Masing had passed away. It was really a […]

Masing’s demise difficult to accept

LUNDU: The passing of Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr James Jemut Masing, who is also Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) president, is really difficult to accept, said Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. “His passing is saddening. I knew him as we are both from Baleh in Kapit. “He will be dearly missed not […]

Abang Jo expresses sadness over Masing’s demise

LAWAS: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg has expressed his sadness over the demise of his deputy, Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr James Jemut Masing. “I feel very sad when Masing breathed his last this morning (Oct 31). I certainly feel a great loss not only as a friend but it is also […]

Prime Minister extends condolences to Masing’s family

KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has expressed his condolences to the entire family of the late Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing, who passed away here early this morning. Describing Masing as a people-oriented, far-sighted, and authoritative figure, Ismail said his services and sacrifices would, undoubtedly, be remembered forever. […]

Masing passes away

KUCHING: Sarawak today is in mourning following the passing of Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr James Jemut Masing this morning. His death was confirmed by his nephew, Nicholas Kudi, who is also the Political Secretary to the Chief Minister. Masing passed away at 7.05am at Normah Sarawak Medical Specialist Centre. Astro Awani […]

An altar boy’s tribute to Father Chua

I was an altar boy, which I loved and am very proud of. It was strict, but also really nice. —  Michael Keaton, American actor I was watching the Denmark Open at home in Kuala Lumpur when the news of Reverend Father Datuk Lawrence Chua’s passing came in on Sunday night. Chua’s death was not […]

SUPP saddened over passing of MA63 activist

KUCHING: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) is shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) activist, Zainnal Ajamain due to a heart attack on Sunday (Oct 10) morning. SUPP secretary-general Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew stated that the late Zainnal was a dear friend to the party. “Even though […]

Mukah police look into welfare of retired staff

MUKAH: The district police headquarters (IPD) here on Thursday (Oct 7) organised visits to staff who have retired, and families of staff who passed away. A delegation, led by OCPD DSP Muhamad Rizal Alias visited retirees SI Dairi Mahzin, SM Mohd Ali Samat, Cpl Sahari Johor and Kpl/S Sulaiman, who are all sick. They also […]

Former assemblyman was a poco-poco icon

SIBU: Former Jemoreng assemblyman Abu Seman Jahwie, 64, who passed away Friday morning was regarded by many as a leader who was easy to approach and always humble. He was also renowned for performing the poco-poco dance and singing during events – his ‘habit’ that will live on in the hearts of many. Assistant Minister […]

Fatimah remembers Abu Seman as friendly, humble

SIBU: Minister of Welfare, Community, Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah described the late former Jemoreng assemblyman Abu Seman Jahwie as a friendly and humble assemblyman. She characterised Abu Seman as a leader who was very easy to approach to dicuss on various matters. “He had always attempted to provide the […]