Huge crowd comes for info on higher education
KUCHING: Hundreds of people thronged the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) for the Jom Masuk IPT Zone 3 Sarawak 2022 Carnival which commenced on Saturday. The two-day programme, organised by Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sarawak branch aims to provide information to SPM, STPM and equivalent candidates on courses offered by institutions of higher learning (IPT). […]
Addition of 12 races as natives gets public’s nod
KUCHING: The Bill to add 12 additional races in the Schedule of the Interpretation Ordinance and to give effect to the recent amendment in Clause (6)(a) of Article 161A Federal Constitution on the indigenous races of Sarawak was welcomed by members of the public. The Interpretation (Amendment) Bill, 2022 was unanimously passed in the State […]
Kapit parents full of praise for PICKids
KAPIT: The National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme for Children (PICKids) here has been greeted favourably by parents. Lenggie Jugah, 43, from Rh Panyau Ng Kemali Baleh, who accompanied his son Rodrizues Ampeng Lenggie, 7, said the programme was well implemented. “This is a good initiative by the government and I am thankful that my son can […]
Parents, children welcome jabs
KUCHING: The National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme for Kids (PICKids) has been well received by parents and children alike. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg paid a visit to Kota Sentosa Health Clinic yesterday to survey the implementation of PICKids there. New Sarawak Tribune spoke to several parents and children at the […]
State leaders welcome Idris as Deputy DUN Speaker
KUCHING: State leaders have extended their heartiest congratulatory messages and support for Datuk Idris Buang’s appointment as Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Deputy Speaker. They are confident that he is certainly the right person to fill the role in view of his legal background and vast experience. Idris, 68, was sworn in as DUN Deputy […]
Valentine’s Day not dampened by pandemic
KUCHING: Valentine’s Day, which is celebrated annually on Feb 14, is marked as a day to celebrate romance where people would exchange cards, gifts, and chocolates with their loved ones. Similar to other festive occasions, the COVID-19 pandemic has not dampened the spirit to celebrate the day of love as many are looking forward to […]
Reopening of borders acceptable with conditions
MUKAH: Last Tuesday, the National Rehabilitation Council (NRC) chaired by Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin recommended that the government fully open the country’s international borders as early as March 1 and do away with compulsory quarantine. Muhyiddin said the recommendation was an important step to support the country’s economic recovery by boosting tourism and attracting foreign […]
Mixed reaction from parents to vaccinations for kids
MUKAH: Parents have expressed their concerns over the government’s recent decision to vaccinate children below 12 years old given that even adults are not completely protected after their immunisation. While most parents are supportive because they view that the administration of the vaccine provides some protection, others are sceptical. Researchers in the USA found that […]
Thumbs-up for car-free morning
KUCHING: City residents have given their vote of approval for a car-free morning programme organised by Kuching North City Commission (DBKU). All agreed that the idea to give people more space for recreational activities is second to none, and can only get better as shown via a voxpop carried out following the inaugural event on […]
Chap Goh Mei may again lose glimmer of romance
KUCHING: Once upon a time, throwing mandarin oranges into the river was one of the most significant customs during Chap Goh Mei which marks the end of the Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration. However, due to the stringent SOPs imposed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, such social gatherings were put on hold the past two […]
