KUCHING: The Sarawak Kajang Ethnic Community Association (PKEKS) is urging the Sarawak Native Customs and Traditions Council (c) to release its ‘Buku Adet Kajang’, which has been delayed for three years. PKEKS special advisor Jay Jonoi Surai said that it is hightime for MAIS to officially release the book. He
MIRI: Sarawak Energy has issued a warning regarding the risks of electricity theft, particularly for cryptocurrency mining activities. This warning comes after an incident where an illegal power connection was used to supply electricity to 74 cryptocurrency mining servers, resulting in a fire that caused significant damage and losses for
KUCHING: Fish is a vital source of protein for many people around the world, and it is an essential part of a healthy diet. However, certain species of fish can be deadly if not prepared and consumed correctly. A recent incident of pufferfish poisoning has raised concerns over the dangers
KUCHING: AZAM Young Souls (AYS), a network of Kuching young volunteers, has pledged to support the Sarawak government’s efforts towards a green economy. Bearing a new theme, the AYS will be more geared towards global citizenship and sustainable development goals. Its chairman Mohamad Ariff Irwani Azahari, in announcing the new
DALAT: Dalat Assemblywoman Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has generously donated RM51,000 to cover the utility bills of nine mosques and twelve suraus in her constituency during the holy month of Ramadan. The personal donation was specifically allocated to cover the cost of electricity and water bills. Each of the nine
KOTA SAMARAHAN: While the traffic congestion issue at the roundabout near the National Institute of Public Administration (INTAN) here remains challenging, the Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) and Public Works Department (PWD) are doing their best to minimise the disruption caused by ongoing construction work. MPKS chairman Datuk Peter Minos said
KUCHING: Friendly Neighbourhood (Kejiranan Mesra, or KJM) is the best platform to approach the community, said Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Syed Aman Ghazali. The Semariang assemblywoman, who is also the deputy minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations), asserted that community involvement is essential to maintaining the neighbourhood’s
LAWAS: Islamic values should serve as the basis for Sarawak’s strategy for sustainable development, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He emphasised the importance of adhering to the dynamic teachings of the Quran, stating that history has proven that societies can progress in every way by
KUCHING: Malaysian diver Datuk Pandelela Rinong Pamg has been appointed as a board member of the Student Volunteers Foundation (Yayasan Sukarelawan Siswa, or YSS), a foundation that promotes volunteerism among students. In a statement on her Facebook page, Pandelela expressed her gratitude for the opportunity and pledged to carry out
KUCHING: Bandar Kuching Member of Parliament (MP) Dr Kelvin Yii has been appointed as a special advisor to Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. As a medical practitioner and two-term MP, Dr Yii brings a wealth of experience to his new role. According to a news report by Free Malaysia Today (FMT), the
