Author: Amyra Varkisa

Nanta holds meeting to accelerate KUTS implementation

KUCHING: A meeting on the Kuching Urban Transport System (KUTS) was held at the Public Works Department (PWD), said Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. “This meeting focused on the latest developments of the project, as well as efforts to accelerate its implementation for the comfort of the people,”

Mimifly’s pua kumbu dress wows fans in AirAsia collaboration

KUCHING: Malaysian singer Mimifly has once again captured the hearts of fans, this time not just with her voice, but with her fashion choice. In a recent collaboration with AirAsia, Mimifly, whose real name is Shamimi Amalina Norhisham, performed her latest Raya song, ‘Serumpun’, while dancing alongside the AirAsia Fun

Premier and wife host Raya open house on Mar 31 and Apr 1

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang will be hosting a two-day open house in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri.  According to a statement from the Sarawak Premier’s Office, the event will be held on the

Unsung heroes get gifts of gratitude

SIBU: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan branch distributed dates and beverages to local unsung heroes as a token of appreciation. Its chairman, Councillor Kevin Lau, said the items were distributed to members of the Civil Defence Force (APM), Sungai Merah Police Station, and the Fire and Rescue

GOF seizes items worth over RM154k in raid

ENGKILILI: Items worth an estimated RM154,450 were seized following a raid on an illegal cockfighting gambling den here by the General Operations Force (GOF) 10th Battalion on Sunday. GOF Sarawak Brigade commander SAC Dr Che Ghazali Che Awang said the raid, at around 1.30 pm, also led to the arrest

504 food baskets delivered to flood victims

SIBU: Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek distributed 504 food baskets to residents of longhouses in the Sungai Salim area on Sunday (March 23). The aid was provided to those affected by floods caused by the high tide phenomenon since last Friday. The food assistance was channelled through the

Minister assures aid for all flood victims

KANOWIT: Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang has pledged to continue monitoring the flood situation here. “We will do our very best to ensure that aid reaches every individual in need. “All efforts will continue to support the recovery of the affected areas,” he said in a Facebook

Sibu Jaya’s Iftar Carnival draws over 3,000 visitors

SIBU: The Iftar Carnival Ramadan Bazaar Sibu Jaya was a resounding success, drawing a crowd of over 3,000 enthusiastic visitors who arrived as early as 5 pm to soak in the festive atmosphere and break their fast together.  Organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) in collaboration

Tiong allocates RM260,000 for Sibu Hospital upgrades

SIBU: Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has allocated RM260,000 to Sibu Hospital for facility upgrades, focusing on improving patient comfort and working conditions for healthcare personnel.  Tiong, who is also the Dudong assemblyman, said the funds will be used to install 37 air conditioners

RTD distributes more than 500 packs of bubur lambuk

SIBU: The Road Transport Department (RTD) Sibu Recreation Club distributed more than 500 packs of bubur lambuk here today. They distributed them to customers at the RTD Sibu Branch office and road users along Jalan Oya Lama. “The porridge was prepared through a communal cooking effort by RTD Sibu staff,”