Author: Danny Wong

Lions Clubs donate 42 clocks to Sibu General Hospital

SIBU: Three Lions Clubs here—Lions Club of Sibu Berjaya, Lions Club of Sibu Dudong, and Lions Club of Sibu Rejang—collaborated to donate 42 new clocks to the Sibu General Hospital recently. Organising chairman Penghulu Steven Tiew handed over the clocks to hospital director Dr Nanthankumar, witnessed by Lions International director

Local figures reappointed as Temenggong

SIBU: Three prominent local figures have been reappointed as Temenggong for the Chinese, Malay, and Iban communities for another two-year term. The appointees are Dato Vincent Lau Lee Ming, 76, Datuk Wan Hamid Edruce Tuanku Mohd, 77, and Stanley Geramong Bandar, 65. The appointment letters were officially handed over by

68 shipyards make Sarawak heartland of industry

SIBU: The increasing demand for oil and gas, coupled with logistic requirements, has propelled Sarawak’s maritime industry to new heights, driving economic growth and prosperity. In stating this Sarawak Association of Maritime Industries (SAMIN) president, Dr. Renco Yong said export of vessels of international standard to various countries across the

SJKC Kiang Hin con’t to uphold education principle

SIBU: The management of Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina SJK (C) Kiang Hin here has been praised for upholding the principle of education regardless of race. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang said the school consists of students from various races and backgrounds despite it

Charity bodies receives monetary donations, ‘ang pows’

SIBU: Sibu Division Chinese Community Leaders Association (SDCCLA) visited three charity bodies and contributed monetary donation and ‘ang pows’ today (Jan 27). Some of the recipients were also treated to a luncheon in conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year festive season. The group of visitors led by SDCCLA chairman

Methodist Pilley Institute launches Certificate of Plantation Management programme

SIBU: The Methodist Pilley Institute (MPI) has partnered with the Incorporated Society of Planters (ISP) to initiate the Certificate of Plantation Management (CPM) programme in Sibu, Bintulu and Kuching. PI chief executive officer Hii King Kai said the programme was made possible through the Sarawak government’s Business Recovery Scheme in

Blind receive CNY surprise from MagnumCares

SIBU: The MagnumCares team visited the Sibu Blind Centre today (Jan 26), providing gifts and angpows to 40 visually impaired individuals in celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year. Leading the initiative was Magnum Sibu’s representative, Philip Tiong, joined by Ling Han Chen, the business development officer of Sibu Magnum,

University of Technology Sarawak advocates scholarly writing for ranking improvement

SIBU: University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) chairman Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee has pointed out the significance of scholarly writing and its contribution to the university’s ranking during the launch of the UTS Publisher’s 2024 book collection. He noted the need for functions that encourage lecturers to engage in scholarly writing

UTS set on becoming academic publishing powerhouse

SIBU: University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) has produced a total of 25 book titles on diverse subjects since its establishment in 2021. “Our authors hail not only from UTS but also from esteemed institutions such as Unimas, UMK, USM and FRIM,” said Vice Chancellor, Prof Datuk Dr. Khairuddin Ab. Hamid.

Teachers lauded for raising education bar

SIBU: The teachers of the Community Development Department (KEMAS)’s Tabika and Taska here have been commended for their exemplary role in fostering a high standard in the teaching profession. Khairuddin Md Nasir, the State Director of KEMAS said this dedication is aimed at cultivating human capital that excels both academically