Monday, 31 March 2025

Author: Sharifah Nong Jasima

State to celebrate Women’s Day 2025 on April 26

KUCHING: Sarawak will celebrate Women’s Day 2025 (HW25) on April 26 with a grand celebration at UCSI Hotel here. The celebration will highlight the state’s commitment to women’s empowerment and their vital contributions to societal progress. The event, themed “Sarawak Women Creating Legacies,” will honour the contributions and achievements of

Culinary body reaches out to heart patients

SAMARAHAN: Patients at the Sarawak Heart Centre received visitors bearing care packages and offering festive tidings here on Wednesday. The annual programme by members of the Sarawak Culinary and Kuih Muih Association, which is now in its seventh year, sought to comfort and support patients at the facility. The corporate

Bubur lambuk initiative brings hospital, community closer

BY JASNITA AHMAD KUCHING: Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC) distributed 1,000 containers of bubur lambuk today (March 25) as part of its efforts to strengthen community ties. The event, held at the hospital and organised for the first time by Kelab Rekreasi Normah, was officiated by Puan Sri Datuk Amar

Improving congestions at airports

KUCHING: The Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) recently held discussions with Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) on the proposed implementation of geo-fencing for e-hailing vehicles at Kuching International Airport and Sibu Airport. The initiative aims to improve traffic flow at arrival and departure areas, ensuring a smoother experience for

Govt awaits counterproposal

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof reiterates that the government will establish a committee to discuss proposals on allocation for opposition MPs once the opposition submits its counterproposal. The Deputy Prime Minister said the opposition had previously rejected the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the allocations for MPs. “Therefore, the committee

SMD pushes on with developing top-tier semiconductor talent

KUCHING: A second intensive training programme, aimed at equipping aspiring semiconductor professionals with industry-relevant skills has been held here. Sarawak Microelectronics Design (SMD) Semiconductor oversaw the completion of the second cohort of its SMD Semiconductor Mastery Programme for Analog Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and IC Test Solution Development. Building on

NextGen Petra Jaya sets benchmark on giving back

KUCHING: NextGen Petra Jaya, an initiative for youth, has extended its outreach programmes to include community engagement beyond fasting during the month of Ramadan. This is line with Ramadan being a month of reflection, charity, and unity. “Ramadan is not only a sacred month for Muslims but also an opportunity

Sarawakian woman held in Cambodia safely returns home

MUKAH: A Sarawakian woman, Nur Fatihah, who was allegedly held by a syndicate in Cambodia, has safely returned to Malaysia. Her release was facilitated through negotiations led by Azirul Syafiq Sazali, with assistance from local authorities and well-connected individuals. Her sister, Nina Fathie, expressed immense relief in a Facebook post.

Bomba gears up for Ops Raya

KUCHING: The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) is ramping up its preparedness for the upcoming festive season through Ops Raya. The operation is a state-wide operation focused on ensuring safety on the roads, in commercial areas, and at residential neighbourhoods. According to Bomba Director, Jamri Masran, 80 per cent

Mukah teenager feared to be victim of job scam, INTERPOL steps in

KUCHING: A 20-year-old woman from Mukah is feared to have fallen victim to a job scam syndicate after travelling from Sarawak to Cambodia. The case has been handed over to the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) for further investigation, with efforts underway to track her whereabouts. Minister for Women, Childhood