Author: Danny Wong

Road user warns of danger zone

SIBU: An assistant from Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew’s service centre, Ting Jun Hao, reported discovering a damaged section of Lane 12 on Ding Lik Kong Road yesterday (Nov 3).According to Ting, the road contractor had placed only a single warning sign directly next to the damaged area.“Contractors should

Entertainment industry brimming with opportunities

SIBU: The entertainment industry today is one of the fastest-growing in Malaysia and around the world.According to Sibu Member of Parliament, Oscar Ling, globally, the entertainment and media industry is projected to surpass $2.5 trillion by next year. “Right here in Malaysia, the industry contributes significantly to our economy, generating

48 Anak Sarawak get free laptop vouchers worth RM3K

SIBU: The Sarawak Government marked a significant milestone yesterday (Nov 2) by awarding 48 Anak Sarawak students with laptop vouchers worth RM3,000 each in its ongoing efforts to support educational advancement. The symbolic handing over ceremony took place at the Sibu Indoor Stadium, as part of the state government’s commitment

SCaT Fair presents huge opportunities for students, job seekers

SIBU: As Sarawak embarks on its journey towards becoming a high-income state, it is imperative to generate a skilled workforce to support the development agenda.  Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said event like the Sarawak Career and Training Fair (SCaT Fair)

Councillor and Welfare Dept cooperate to extend financial help

SIBU: Two young OKU (Persons with Disabilities) under the care of a single parent at Jalan Tiongkik here has recently caught the attention of a caring councillor, Kevin Lau Kor Jie. Lau, who is also Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan Development Team leader, was accompanied by an official

Longhouse JKKK heaves a sigh of relief

SIBU: The Village Development and Security Committees (JKKK) of Raymond Sebastian longhouse at Passai here heaved a sigh of relief as its meeting room cum store’s building had been repaired and upgraded. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan Community Development Team leader Cr Kevin Lau Kor Jie said the

Free parenting workshop on Nov 9-10

SIBU: The Sarawak State Library (Pusaka) Sibu will host two Parenting Hood Talk sessions at its premises on Nov 9 and 10.The first session, “Burnout in Parenting,” will be held on Nov 9 from 2 pm to 5 pm at the first-floor seminar room.The second session, “Managing Children’s Behaviour Issues:

Pickleball sports foster strong sportsmanship

SIBU: The Sibu Pickleball Closed Invitation which was organised by the Dudong Pickleball Club (DPC) held at MyCentre Pickleball Court here displayed the best of local pickleball talents.With 24 teams and 48 players participating, the event highlighted both the skills and passion for pickleball popularity in Sibu, drawing an enthusiastic

Hospital must have sufficient stock of medicines

SIBU: The Sibu Hospital must pay greater attention to the issue of drug shortages at the hospital.Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew suggested that the hospital should prepare in advance and stock sufficient quantities of medication to serve the public.“I have received complaints from two local residents who recently visited

Council lauds community involvement in public health issues

SIBU: The Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC) advocates a shared responsibility of taking care of public health and the environment together with the communities. In stating this, SRDC Environment and Public Standing Committee chairman, Councillor Kevin Lau Kor Jie said the council must first raise awareness as issues related to