KUCHING: Menstruation, a natural aspect of a woman’s reproductive health, is often shrouded in societal taboos and misconceptions. The Kotex She Can project is fostering open conversations about menstruation to create a society where period stigma has no place. By establishing an environment that encourages open conversations, the Kotex She
KUCHING: Menstruation is a normal process that needs to be acknowledged by all segments of society, including men, to remove the stigma associated with it. Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said there is a need to enhance understanding among the public so that women can
KUCHING: The proposed abolition of the pension scheme for civil servants has raised various viewpoints. Some may see it as a move to review the cost and effectiveness of the pension system, while others may worry about the impact on the well-being of civil servants. Opinions on this matter can
KUCHING: The allure of civil service, known for stable incomes and career security, plays a significant role in the economic landscape. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Dr. Dzul Hadzwan Husaini said that a workforce drawn to public sector employment plays a crucial role in ensuring continuous and efficient delivery of
KUCHING: The request from the Village Development and Security Committee of Gersik, Boyan and Sourabaya for the provision of parking spaces around the village’s commercial area is awaiting approval from the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU). Deputy Minister of Telecommuncation and Utility, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi revealed that the
KUCHING: The Permaidani Kampung Boyan, Gersik and Sourabaya (BGS) Business Square is set to become a new tourist attraction. Sarawak Deputy Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications, Datuk Dr. Abdul Rahman Junaidi, stated that these two food courts would undoubtedly boost the tourism industry in the city of Kuching. “With landmarks
KUCHING: The pedestrian pathway under Darul Hana Bridge, next to Dataran Ibu Pertiwi, is temporarily closed to the public. Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) mayor Hilmy Othman said the closure was to protect the electrical and mechanical equipment of the musical fountain. “If there is a need to reopen the
KUCHING: The MJC commercial centre community is grappling with a severe sanitation crisis as rubbish collection centres in the area deteriorate alarmingly. Michael Kong Feng Nian, Special Assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen said that despite multiple complaints to the management body and the Padawan Municipal Council (PMC), no
KUCHING: Starting from February 8, AirAsia will expand the number of flights between Jakarta and Kuching from three times a week to daily. According to Minister of Transport Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, AirAsia seats are available for booking now for immediate travel from as low as Rp689.000 all-in for
KUCHING: Sarawak has achieved a 98.71 per cent enrollment rate for Year 1 children in Preschool or Kindergarten for the 2023/2024 session, surpassing the national level of 88.81 per cent. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development (KPWK) Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah outlined the state’s commitment to setting an ambitious
