Author: News Desk

‘Segulai Sejalai’ spirit vital for tackling new challenges

KAPIT: The spirit of unity and cooperation among all races in Sarawak is essential for addressing the challenges of the future, says Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He stressed that this principle, encapsulated by the phrase ‘Segulai Sejalai’ (together in unity), is crucial for achieving progress and prosperity.

Youth Awareness Programme strengthens fight against HIV/AIDS

KUCHING: The Youth Awareness Programme: Towards a Zero HIV/AIDS Community 2030 served as a crucial platform for the younger generation to understand their role in combating the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The event, organised by the Sarawak General Hospital Visitors Board (ALPHUS) in collaboration with the Sarawak Student Leadership and Excellence Organization

Abang Jo to attend 20th RISEAP general assembly in Cambodia

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s working visit to Cambodia beginning tomorrow (Dec 7) seeks to strengthen collaboration between the country and Malaysia, especially Sarawak, in pursuing mutual objectives. According to Regional Islamic Da’wah Council of Southeast Asia and the Pacific (RISEAP) secretary Datuk Mohamad Marzuki

Yap presents RM300,000 RTP fund to school for repair works

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has reaffirmed his commitment to improve education facilities by allocating RM300,000 from his Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) 2025 funds to improve SK Laksamana’s infrastructure. During his visit to the school, he said the new allocation complements the RM150,000 RTP 2024 fund, earmarked for upgrading

Haier Malaysia outlines 2025 strategy, business direction and targets

KUCHING: In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Haier Malaysia announced its strategy, business direction and targets for 2025 as well as reviewed progress made in 2024 in Malaysia towards its ambition of being the leading appliance brand in the nation. This announcement was made during the brand’s Southeast Asia Dealer

Curtin_IoT triumphs in varsity challenge

KUALA LUMPUR: Shell’s road safety initiative for tertiary education students, the #ShellSelamatSampai Varsity Challenge, concluded with Team Curtin_IoT from Curtin University Malaysia emerging as the grand winner for 2024. Dr Nor Fuad Abdul Hamid, Deputy Secretary-General (Management) of Malaysia’s Ministry of Transport, officiated at the #ShellSelamatSampai Varsity Challenge 2024. Themed

Supporting animal welfare through yoga

KUCHING: Yoga Region, a local studio, integrated community service into its 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Programme by hosting 11 weeks of charity yoga classes to support animal welfare, led by its aspiring instructors. The trainees, all passionate animal lovers and proud pet owners, chose to raise funds for the Sarawak

Shopee 12.12 Birthday Sale promises to be bigger and better

KUCHING: The grand finale of the year’s shopping festivities, Shopee 12.12 Birthday Sale, promises to be bigger and better than ever. Running from Nov 26 to Dec 31, this year’s celebration is packed with incredible deals, unbeatable prices and exciting rewards, all designed to make your year-end shopping truly unforgettable.

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Cultural taste in Malaysian food packaging

By Rosedelina Mustapha Packaging design or the food taste? Which one would you prefer to choose first when purchasing a food product? Some consumers are more attracts with the surface design of the packaging itself. Be it in the shape of the packaging, the size of it, the materials used

KUTS to modernise Sarawak’s transport with ART expansion

KUCHING: Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) aims to create a more efficient transportation infrastructure while expanding the use of the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) system to other regions in Sarawak. Sarawak Metro chief executive officer Mazli Mustaffa said that the project’s first phase involves constructing three major routes connecting strategic