New economy assures bright future for Sarawakians
LEEDS: The development of a new economy in Sarawak guarantees a bright future for the future generation. As reported in TVS, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that the skills obtained by the younger generation are needed to ensure the success of the implementation. “What is important is that we create […]
Community leaders urged to foster economic opportunities for younger generation
KUCHING: Community leaders are urged to explore avenues to enhance the skills and capabilities of the younger generation for income generation through socio-economic activities. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said apart from helping in identifying those in need of assistance, community leaders also must help in identifying ways to boost the income of […]
Sarawak earns top marks from OCM
KUCHING: Sarawak has set a benchmark for other states in Malaysia to invest in the area of sports, said Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) president Tan Sri Dr Mohamad Norza Zakaria. He said this would provide opportunities for the younger generation to develop into healthy and productive individuals. “In terms of sports development, Sarawak is […]
Enhancing interest in STEM education
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The theme for this year’s International Science, Technology And Engineering Expo (i-STEEX 2024) is accurate with the calls to strengthening the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) among the younger generation in Sarawak. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation) of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Professor Ir Dr Siti Noor Linda Taib said the […]
Workshop nurtures innovation among fishermen’s children
KUCHING: The EDU Workshop Academy Improvement: Bits and Innovation of Fishermen’s Children programme at SK Buntal here today (Dec 16) has benefited 350 students, all of whom are children of fishermen. This inaugural programme aimed to introduce modern technological advancements in the fishing industry to the students while leveraging the potentials of Internet of Things […]
Efforts to attract youth to fishing industry amid challenges
KUCHING: The Fisheries Development Authority of Malaysia (LKIM) is actively working to recruit more individuals, particularly from the younger generation, to become highly skilled fishermen. LKIM chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil perceives the fishing industry as falling under the 3D sectors (difficult, dirty and dangerous). He noted that budget constraints pose challenges, given the youth’s interest […]
Teachers must play their role in instilling unity
BINTULU: Educators must not only focus on teaching but also on instilling unity and harmony among the younger generation. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said this is important in order to produce leaders who can live together in a plural society, respect and tolerate each other including all ethnic groups in […]
Don’t just teach, instil harmony too
BINTULU: Educators are advised not to focus only on academic teaching, but instead, need to instil a spirit of unity and harmony among their students, especially the younger generation. Bintulu Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing made the suggestion when speaking at the Sungai Tisang National School (SK) PTA Charity Dinner in conjunction […]
Cancer cases in younger people rising globally: Researchers
LONDON: Factors such as obesity and alcohol consumption are contributing to a worrying rise in global cancer cases among younger people, a study suggests, reported German news agency (dpa). Researchers estimated there had been a 79 per cent hike in new cases of cancer in those under 50 between 1990 and 2019. However, rates in […]
Utilising digital tech for community welfare
SARIKEI: The younger generation is urged to utilise and embrace digital technology, which helps towards one’s self-improvement and community welfare. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif said that the misuse of digital technology must be avoided as it could have significant consequences. “The Sarawak government strives to provide excellent […]
