KUCHING: Efforts are underway to ensure the legacy of Baju Kuas craftsmanship is preserved and displayed at the iconic Borneo Cultures Museum. The initiative marks an important milestone in safeguarding the traditional Iban Balau costume heritage for future generations when the display materialises later. “Displaying Baju Kuas at the museum
SARIKEI: Deputy Minister for Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, continues to boost grassroots development through the People-Friendly Programme (PMR) 2025. Five longhouse construction material supply projects were completed, benefiting 133 households. These initiatives aim to improve living conditions, carry out maintenance, and enhance structural safety.
KUCHING: The Toastmasters Clubs in District 87, Division D (Kuching, Bintulu, Miri and Brunei) are set to organise workshops next year to strengthen communication and leadership skills for the public. Its Division D director and distinguished toastmaster, Joanna Then Poh Ding, said under the newly launched Champions of Change Initiative,
MIRI: Miri Hospital recently received a heartwarming visit and generous donations from Work of Mercy, St. Joseph Cathedral, aimed at spreading joy and festive cheer among patients. The visit, held on Dec 13, featured Christmas carols and gift-giving to patients, bringing smiles and comfort during the holiday season. In addition,
SARIKEI: A sustained commitment to grassroots welfare continues to define the leadership of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Deputy Minister Datuk Sri Huang Tiong Sii, who remains closely engaged with vulnerable communities in Sarikei and Repok. Also as Repok assemblyman, Huang consistently demonstrates concern for residents requiring assistance, particularly the
BY MARCELLA NATHASIA KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 1,707 graduates of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sarawak will receive their scrolls during the 103rd UiTM Convocation Ceremony, held over three days from Dec 16. UiTM Pro-Chancellor, Datuk Abdul Wahab Aziz, said the first session of the convocation saw the conferment of bachelor’s
BANGKOK: What started out as a straightforward gold mission turned into a test of nerves and logistics for Malaysia’s equestrian team before 17-year-old Megan Min Ern Ding finally triumphed in the individual dressage event at the 2025 South East Asian (SEA) Games in Chonburi, almost two hours of journey from here,
KUCHING: The Sarawak Samarahan Tang Soo Do Association successfully conducted its Tang Soo Do grading and Dan promotion examinations at its headquarters on Dec 14. A total of 60 students took part, marking the association’s third grading session of the year. “Of this number, 20 candidates sat for the black
KUCHING: A 37-year-old Indonesian fisherman, Syahrudin, endured a harrowing 10 days adrift in the South China Sea before safely reaching Sarawak, relying on his fishing experience, determination and hope to return to his family. In a phone interview with New Straits Times, Syahrudin recounted the ordeal, noting how his fuel dwindled
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng urged stronger coordination, clear communication and prompt action among stakeholders to sustain growth and competitiveness at Sama Jaya Industrial Park. He made the call during the Sama Jaya Industrial Park Management Committee Meeting 1/2025, held on Monday (Dec 15),
