Tuesday, 8 April 2025

Author: Alexandra Lorna

‘Bubur lambuk’ distributed to patrons at MBKS Ramadan Bazaar

KUCHING: A total of 700 packs of ‘bubur lambuk’ were distributed to the public within just 30 minutes at the annual Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Bubur Lambuk Distribution programme here. The programme held at the MBKS Ramadan Bazaar at Stutong Market was an initiative by the local council in

Premier breaks fast with civil servants

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg joined state civil servants for an Iftar programme followed by Maghrib, Isyak, and Tarawih prayers at the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) complex, yesterday (Mar 6) strengthening ties between the state leadership and government officers. The event also saw 100 civil

RM14 mln retention pond to address flooding in Kampung Sinar Budi

KUCHING: Sarawak will adopt the dry retention pond method to address flooding issues in Kampung Sinar Budi, Batu Kawa, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said the dry detention pond will be built in the village area at a cost exceeding RM14 million. “Recently, I had

Archbishop Poh calls for humility and kindness during Lenten season

KUCHING: The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Kuching, Datuk Dr Simon Poh has called on Christians and people of goodwill to embrace the Lenten season with humility, prayer and acts of kindness. Speaking to Sarawak Tribune after the Ash Wednesday mass, he reminded the faithful that the sign of ashes marked

Opposition allocations: Make formal request, says DPM

KUCHING: The government has affirmed its commitment to establishing a committee to facilitate discussion on allocations for opposition MPs, provided they formally submit a proposal detailing their requests. In stating this, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said opposition leaders had previously stated they rejected the the government’s proposed

Digital skills and AI course for Petra Jaya constituents

KUCHING: A technology training course in collaboration with Microsoft is being planned for the Petra Jaya parliamentary constituency. Its MP Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof who is Deputy Prime Minister said it is aimed to equip community leaders, educators, youth, and business owners with essential digital skills, including artificial intelligence (AI)

Dewan Datu Merpati Jepang to get a facelift

KUCHING: Dewan Datu Merpati Jepang will undergo repairs to improve its functionality and provide greater comfort for the community. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that this matter is important as the hall has been in use for a long time and some parts are already damaged, including

Used cooking oil buyback event on Sunday

KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) is calling on the public to participate in its upcoming Used Cooking Oil Buyback Programme, aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and waste reduction. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page recently, DBKU highlighted that the event will be held tomorrow (March

Sarawak’s future rooted in values, says Dr Sim

KUCHING: Sarawak values play an important role in shaping the state’s future as it moves towards 2030, says Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said that Sarawak’s transformation is not just about economic growth but also about fostering a strong identity rooted in shared values. “Sarawak in

Press Metal and BDA partner to boost Sarawak’s renewable energy sector

KUCHING: In a strategic move to support Sarawak’s ambition of becoming a leader in renewable energy, Press Metal has signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA). According to Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Berhad, Tan Sri Datuk Paul Koon