Thumbs-up to proposed elevated expressway to end jams in Kota Samarahan
KUCHING: The suggestion to have an elevated expressway to end traffic congestion in Kota Samarahan is excellent, said Professor Julaihi Wahid. The Dean of Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) said there should be at least a minimum of three lanes from Institut Tadbiran Awam Negara (INTAN) to ease traffic flow to the […]
Carbon credits can encourage emission reduction
KUCHING: To combat the effects of climate change, firms are being urged to take proactive measures to reduce their carbon emissions. One effective approach is through the use of cutting-edge technology and carbon pricing strategies, such as carbon credits. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) economist Jerome Kueh said it was important to strike a balance between […]
Sarawak, Unimas in discussion to create kindy teacher training programme
By GOH PEI PEI & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: The Sarawak government is in discussion with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) about offering a special training programme for teachers to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying children’s talents. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he hoped that teachers, especially those in kindergartens or […]
Maintenance key to keep potholes at bay
KUCHING: Road maintenance is an important aspect of ensuring road safety and longevity, according to Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Faculty of Engineering. “With the prevalence of road potholes and the rising number of complaints from drivers, it is more important than ever to prioritise road maintenance and take proactive measures to address these issues,” said […]
Ping Pong tourney draws 42 teams
BY LEE SHAW WEI & JAMES WONG KUCHING: The first ever champion of Unity Cup Table Tennis Open Teams Championship (Kejohanan Ping Pong Terbuka Berpasukan PialaPerpaduan) will be crowned from the 42 teams that are competing in the tournament this weekend (Saturday and Sunday). The 42 teams were split into 10 different groups, with four […]
Inaugural Unity Cup Table Tennis Open Teams Championship
BY JAMES WONG AND LEE SHAW WEI KUCHING: More multiracial tournaments and activities should be organised within Sarawak to promote unity, harmony and patriotism among our society in the future. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin said that sports can serve as a significant platform to create a harmonious and united society. “As we […]
Technology for sustainable road maintenance
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) has welcomed the announcement of the federal government’s allocation of RM50 million in the Budget 2023 to embark on a Cup Lump Modified Bitumen (CMB) technology for road maintenance. “Cup lump rubber is more accessible for road construction than rubber tyres since it does not require extensive processing,” said its […]
Johorean authors book as a gift to Sarawak
KUCHING: When she received an offer from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) in 2012, her mom tried to disapprove her decision to further her studies in Sarawak – as it was far away from home. Apart from knowing that she needed to take approximately a 1.5 hour flight to fly from Johor to Kuching, Irish Ng […]
Mixed reaction on calls to abolish Dual Language Programme
KUCHING: Some academicians are divided in their opinion on the abolishment of the ongoing Dual Language Programme (DLP) at primary and secondary school levels. Dr Zuraini Seruji who is the deputy dean (Student Affair) Faculty of Language and Communication, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) stated that she agreed with Majlis Perundangan Melayu (MPM)’s opinion because the […]
Competency in Mandarin opens vast opportunities
KUCHING: An academician at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) remarked that knowing another language always opens up another window as well as opportunities. Chinese language lecturer, Lam Kai Chee, said having people who are competent in Mandarin can help the state to understand and explore the needs of the international markets that predominantly use Mandarin. In […]
