KUCHING: The Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy has strongly opposed the 45-hour workweek directive for nurses, warning that it is unsuitable for their demanding shift-based roles and could jeopardise the well-being of the nation’s healthcare workforce. Its CEO Azrul Mohd Khalib said while the directive was aimed at
KUCHING: The Special Financial Assistance (BKK) amounting to two months’ basic salary should be extended to all civil servants holding Sarawak-issued identification cards and retired civil servants, says Sarawak Teachers Union (STU) president Kullin Djayang. He explained that Sarawakian civil servants across the country also play a significant role in
KUCHING: Ibraco Berhad reported revenue of RM151.78 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 (3Q2024), a 28.8 per cent increase from RM117.85 million in the same period last year. The surge in revenue was primarily driven by the Construction segment, which saw a remarkable 145.5 per cent year-on-year
DALAT: Children have the right to obtain early education to ensure they become members of society who contribute to the development of the state. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that the early years of a child are a very important beginning in every individual’s
A dual-comfort mattress, complemented by sleep sound therapy, mattress cleaning services, and air quality improvement through Nano Copper-Zinc Ion technology—offering a complete upgrade to your sleep and overall health. KUALA LUMPUR, November 21 – In its ongoing commitment to creating healthier and better home living experiences for Malaysians, Goodnite has
BY HADZMAN JOHNY The recent announcement by the government on the provision of RM1,200 pocket money for public tertiary students in Sarawak has generated considerable excitement and optimism within the community. This initiative is a significant step toward addressing the financial challenges faced by students pursuing higher education in public
BY CHOO CHIAN HOU The interdependencies that exist today ensure that global diversity increasingly plays a pivotal role in developing educational, cultural, and economic domains. Indeed, immersion programmes enhance cross-cultural interactions that are significant in realising mutual understanding and cooperation between communities from different parts of the world. For instance,
KUCHING: Magnum Group (Magnum) has planted 1,700 trees in three years across Malaysia as part of its efforts to conserve the nation’s flora and fauna. According to a Magnum statement, the initiative under its corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm MagnumCares, is part of its commitment to the United Nations Sustainability
KUCHING: The Lions Nursing Home will hold its annual food fair on Dec 1, from 8 am to 12 noon at its premises along Jalan Stutong, BDC here. The non-profit organisation said the food fair aims to raise RM250,000 to support the home’s maintenance and operational needs, including upgrading CCTV
KUCHING: The Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) and Miri City Council (MCC) recently formalised their collaboration for the adoption and maintenance of the Visitor Information Centre Miri Garden (VICM Garden) through a memorandum of understanding (MoU). According to a statement from STB, the partnership underscores a joint commitment to enhance Miri’s
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