Saturday, 12 April 2025

Author: Nurin Patra

Utilise digital platforms for greater Melanau engagement

KUCHING: The Melanau community and organisations are urged to leverage digital platforms to enhance communication, share information, and strengthen participation in cultural activities across Sarawak. Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Deputy Minister Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the initiative will help mobilise the community, activating Melanau activities, and increase

Eligible Sarawakians can further studies for free in specific fields

KUCHING: The free education initiative starting from 2026 gives opportunity to eligible Sarawakian children who wish to further their studies, said Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. The Tupong assemblyman emphasised that the initiative aims to provide access to education for all students, particularly in key fields that align with Sarawak’s development

Sarawak to establish five more traffic gardens for road safety education

KUCHING: Sarawak plans to establish five additional traffic gardens under the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13) to enhance road safety education for students and the local community. Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, said Sarawak currently has seven traffic gardens but the number is still insufficient to meet the needs

Green packet drive to promote Raya road safety

KUCHING: The Hari Raya 2025 road safety campaign will be launched in Mukah on March 17. State Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, said this year’s campaign will be slightly different, like the Chinese New Year initiative where angpau packets were distributed. “Following the success of the ministry’s road

AirBorneo to operate new ATR 600 aircraft after current lease period ends

KUCHING: Sarawak’s airline, AirBorneo, is expected to operate using new ATR 600 aircraft after the current aircraft lease period ends. Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, said no decision has been made yet as the current aircraft lease still has about two more years remaining. “The transition to ATR

Innovative strategies needed to foster reading habits among Gen Z and Millennials

KUCHING: Increasing reading habits among Generation Z (Gen Z)  and Millennials requires a creative approach that is in line with their lifestyle, said Sarawak Bumiputera Teachers Union (KGBS) president Zulkiflee Sebli. In an effort to cultivate a stronger reading habit among Generation Z and Millennials, he suggesteddeveloping attractive reading applications

Sharifah Hasidah calls for lasting unity beyond Ramadan

KUCHING: Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali calls for lasting unity, urging everyone to strengthen relationships and prioritise community wellbeing beyond Ramadan. The Deputy Minister in the Premier Department (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations) said that Ramadan serves as a training period to become better, purer, and more prosperous. “It

Hasidah welcomes DAP’s support

KUCHING: Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali acknowledges and welcomes the support from the Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak in realising the Sarawak Government’s claim over oil and gas rights. However, the Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations) cautioned that such support should not be

How Gen Z, Millennials read in the digital era

KUCHING: Reading habits among Millennials and Generation Z (Gen Z) vary widely, shaped by accessibility, convenience, and personal preferences. While some read for academic and professional growth, others turn to digital platforms like e-books and audiobooks for entertainment and self-improvement. As technology advances, their reading habits continue to evolve, influencing

STATOB reinforce Sarawak-Brunei ties, explores new collaborations

KUCHING: The Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Brunei (STATOB) continues to play a vital role in enhancing relations between Sarawak and Brunei, while exploring potential collaborations in business, tourism, and social sectors. In line with this mission, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan visited STATOB in Bandar Seri