Author: News Desk

Pact with UAE firms to explore Murum Dam floating solar project

ABU DHABI: The Sarawak government signed a trilateral joint study agreement with Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (PSJC) Masdar and clean energy company Gentari to explore the potential for implementing a floating solar project at the Murum Dam. Under this strategic collaboration, the three parties will conduct a year-long joint

S’wak to set up office in Abu Dhabi to enhance ties

ABU DHABI: The Sarawak government plans to open an office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to strengthen strategic cooperation with the country. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the office aims to strengthen collaboration not only with the UAE but also with other Middle

Urban projects: Kuching eyes Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City sustainable model

ADU DHABI: Kuching city hopes to emulate the Masdar City sustainable model in Abu Dhabi for future urban projects, particularly in new areas, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. This approach, he said, is crucial to transform Kuching into a sustainable, tech-driven city inspired by the

Bursa Fair in town this weekend

KUCHING: Bursa Malaysia Berhad (Bursa Malaysia) is bringing its flagship retail investment event, the Bursa Marketplace Fair 2024 (Marketplace Fair), to Vivacity Megamall this weekend (Nov 9-10). The event, which will be officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, underscores Bursa Malaysia’s commitment to promoting financial literacy and

Young innovators ace global robotics challenge

SIBU: Woodlands International School has made a significant stride in the field of robotics by securing third place in the Open Category of the AIR LAND CONQUEST 2024 — Robomaster Challenge. “This international success follows our recent victory at the 2024 STEM Trailblazer event, organised by the Ministry of Education,

MP Riot’s son, 47, dies 

KUCHING: The son of Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot, Macswyzer R Riot, passed away this morning. The football player from Serian-based MARR SC was 47. Serian Division Football Association in its Facebook post expressed condolences towards Richard and his family. “May the soul of the late Macswyzer be among

SPM students attend answering techniques workshop

SERIAN: A total of 50 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) candidates from various secondary schools across the district recently participated in the 2024 SPM Answering Techniques Workshop at a hotel here. The workshop provided specialised guidance in three SPM subjects, namely Bahasa Melayu, History and Mathematics. KGBS president Zulkiflee Sebli congratulated

Sarawak delegation to compete at global innovation convention

KUCHING: State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki officiated at the handover of the Sarawak flag to the delegation heading to Japan and Sri Lanka at a ceremony at Wisma Bapa Malaysia, here today. The Sarawak Public Service delegation, led by Sarawak Transformation and Innovation Unit (STIU) director Superi

30 from Swinburne explore IoT technologies by creating miniature satellites

KUCHING: The recent ‘Shooting Satellites’ workshop at Swinburne’s Kuching campus featured satellite launches using an IoT-enabled remote launcher. With over 30 secondary school students and teachers participating, the event underscored the university’s commitment to advancing hands-on STEM education by incorporating the Internet of Things (IoT) in a practical, engaging, and

Bamboo planting initiative to green Samalaju Industrial Park

BINTULU: A bamboo planting programme has been launched to enhance the greenery of the Samalaju Industrial Park, focusing on the cultivation of bamboo species to ensure a sustainable supply of raw materials for Pertama Ferroalloys Sdn Bhd (PFASB) fuel needs. Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (PUSAKA) general manager Zainal Abidin