Author: Alverdtekoster Anyap

APM personnel free trapped croc

BETONG: A 10-foot long crocodile has the Civil Defence Force (APM) to thank for after it was literally ‘let off the hook’ by the rescuers. The reptile got itself ensnared by a huge fishhook at the riverbank in Kampung Hilir and was unable to move. APM personnel were alerted to

Matang scout delegation calls on Tupong rep

KUCHING: The Matang District Scout Council (MPDM) paid a courtesy call on Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman, who is also the MPDM president, on yesterday (Feb 2). The delegation was led by Matang District Scout Commissioner Abdul Rahim Abol, aimed to brief Fazzrudin about the activities and programmes in Matang

Revenue increase positive sign for Sarawak going forward

KUCHING: Business chambers of commerce and industry associations applauded the state government’s performance in achieving the highest revenue ever in history. The Association of Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sarawak (ACCCIS) secretary-general Datuk Jonathan Chai opined that this was a positive sign for Sarawak. “Leaving aside whether the

Padawan community urged to help preserve environment

PADAWAN: The community must change its mindset and habits when it comes to solid waste management to preserve the cleanliness and wellbeing of the environment. Padawan Municipal Council MPP chairman Lo Khere Chiang said that the practice of recycling and maintaining cleanliness, especially in residential areas, should start from oneself.

Inclusivity key to Saberkas success: Sharifah Hasidah

SERIAN: Youth organisation Saberkas is inclusive in reaching out to communities in need of help. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, MA63 and State-Federal Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Syed Aman Ghazali said this commitment will continue to be key to the success of the organisation which has turned 50.

End of the road for under-performing contractor

SERIAN: The axe has come down on the contractor assigned to upgrade Jalan Tan Sri Abang Ikhwan here for failing to complete the job after two years. The termination will be put into effect by the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) which will appoint a new contractor to finish the

Special grant just the start; efforts to proceed

SERIAN: Sarawak will continue efforts to pursue its rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), said Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Syed Aman Ghazali. The Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, MA63 and State-Federal Relations) said she was satisfied with what has been agreed on regarding MA63 during Prime Minister Datuk

Exhibition of artworks by Sarawak, Kalibar artists

SAMARAHAN: The Sak’Art Painting Exhibition involving 20 painters from Sarawak and West Kalimantan (Kalibar) is an effort to dignify works of art in the region UNIMAS Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation) Prof Dr Wan Hashim Wan Ibrahim said, the exhibition held in conjunction with FACA FEST 2023 also showcased

Unimas aims to up international student intake

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) aims to enrol more international students in the future as it offers more courses that suit their needs. Unimas vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Mohamad Kadim Suadi said Unimas would be expecting more than 1,000 students for the October intake. “I expect five per cent

Yes to tax-free bonuses for private sector

KUCHING: Most members of the public are of the view that private employees should receive tax-free bonuses. On January 20, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that bonuses given by the state governments to civil servants will no longer be taxed. The decision was made following a request from