Wednesday, 2 April 2025

Author: News Desk

Aaron: Aidilfitri a celebration of unity and harmony

KUCHING: Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang has called on Malaysians to embrace the spirit of Aidilfitri as a celebration of unity, noting that understanding, respect, and acceptance are key to fostering national harmony. In his Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2025 message, Aaron, who is also the Kanowit MP,

Minos to lead Serian District Council after decade at MPKS

KUCHING: After serving as chairman of Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) for a decade, Datuk Peter Minos is set to embark on a new challenge as chairman of Serian District Council, effective April 1. Entrusted by the state government to spearhead Serian’s development, he aims to replicate his success in

Uggah calls for unity in Hari Raya message

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has urged the public to steer clear of sensitive issues like religious extremism and racism to preserve harmony in Sarawak. In his 2025 Hari Raya Aidilfitri message, Uggah emphasised the importance of strengthening the spirit of brotherhood, tolerance and unity among Sarawakians

Handicrafts offer lucrative opportunities for local community

LONG BEMANG: Creative and unique craft products have high market value and can become a lucrative source of income for the local community, says Telang Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis Ngau. Speaking at the closing event of a weaving workshop at Kampung Long Bemang yesterday, he noted that handicrafts are more

IoT-driven farming takes root in Annah Rais

PADAWAN: The ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) is set to revolutionise traditional agriculture in Mambong, with its implementation beginning in Annah Rais through a fertigation pilot project. The Mambong State Agriculture Association has launched the initiative to enhance farming efficiency using automated systems and smart technology. Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr Jerip

Rural infrastructure devt to drive economic growth

PADAWAN: Complete basic infrastructure is a key catalyst for economic progress, especially in rural areas, says Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Dr Jerip Susil. He said the Sarawak Government remains committed to rural development, including in Kampung Biya Kamas, which is located deep in Ulu Padawan. He said this is

235 flood-hit households in Tarat receive aid

SERIAN: A total of 235 Heads of Households (KIR) from two villages in the Tarat constituency received post-flood aid. The two villages are Kampung Sebemban and Kampung Tanah Puteh. Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn presented the aid in the form of mattresses

Millions want out of broken system

JAKARTA: Indonesian private tutor Patricia has been learning German for two years, armed with a dream of leaving for Europe and driven by a lack of opportunities, economic stagnation and little hope at home. She is one of thousands of Indonesians on social media promoting a popular hashtag that translates

Sarawak Cable’s final throw of the dice

KUCHING: Sarawak Cable Bhd (SCB) has made a final attempt to salvage its future, with its adviser Malacca Securities Sdn Bhd submitting a direct debt restructuring offer to the creditor banks of Leader Cable Industry Bhd (LCIB). The offer, made on March 19, 2025, has yet to receive a response

‘Radak Nyawa’ screams out for attention in Iban

BY JASNITA AHMAD and GILLIAN NESSLYN KUCHING: An alternative rock band from Sarawak is gaining listeners from as far as the Middle East and North America. Interestingly Radak Nyawa, a four-piece band comprising Iban members belts out songs in their mother tongue. With the hope of flooding their songs on