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Landowners secure NCR survey certificates

PADAWAN: Eighteen landowners from Kampung Bengoh Rais received documentation certificates under the Dayak Bidayuh National Association’s (DBNA) Land Documentation Project. The certificates confirmed the surveying of their Native Customary Rights (NCR) land. Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Dr. Jerip Susil urged Mambong constituents to prioritise surveying and documenting their NCR land.

Mawan reelected as Sarawak Scout Council President for 2025-2027 term

KUCHING: Tan Sri Datuk William Mawan Ikom has been reelected as the President of Sarawak Scout Council for the 2025-2027 term. The new office bearers also saw Mohamad Safri Datuk Abdillah elected as Deputy President, while Juma’at Ibrahim, Kho Ik Teck and Mohadi Mobin were elected as Vice Presidents. Peter

Historic Blue Carbon Project launched in Sarikei

SARIKEI: A dialogue session on the Sarawak Blue Carbon Project was recently held in Kampung Selalang, marking the inaugural Blue Carbon Project in Malaysia, particularly in Sarawak. Organised by Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Islam Kuala Rajang (LAKIKR) in collaboration with Worldview Climate Solutions (WCS) Malaysia Sdn Bhd, the event brought together

Neelofa shares photos of her sons, confuses netizens

Malaysia’s famous host and entrepreneur Noor Neelofa caught the attention of netizens when she shared the antics of her two sons, Muhammad Bilal and Abdullah Abbas, on social media. One netizen said that she can’t distinguish between Bilal and Abbas in those pictures as they both look alike adding that

Stepping into the inner world of boxers

Title: Four Kings: Leonard, Hagler, Hearns, Duran and the Last Great Era of BoxingAuthor: George KimballISBN: 9781590132388Publisher: Mcbooks Press By Fakhry Asa’ad Boxing is a sport that requires physical prowess, mental discipline, IQ and resilience. Whether you’re a seasoned fighter, a beginner, or just a fan of the sport, there’s

The cooperative way forward

KUCHING: About 200 participants attended a Knowledge Talk Programme titled “Memperkasa Komuniti Melalui Koperasi” at D’Sanglau Cafe and Chalet Oya Mukah yesterday (Nov 16). Organised by the Institute Koperasi Malaysia (IKMa) Sarawak Zone and Koperasi Edok Berhad, the programme featured talks on “Keistimewaan Berkoperasi” by IKMa Sarawak Zone senior lecturer

BA Volleyball Premier League 2024 set for exciting finale

KUCHING: The BA Volleyball Premier League 2024 is set to reach its thrilling conclusion, with the grand finale scheduled for Dec 15. The final match will be held at SJK Chung Hua Kim Choo Seng in Batu Kawa, where the top teams will compete for the coveted championship. Sponsored by

Sarawak strengthens commitment to Niah Caves preservation

BY NURA V LORNA & JAMES WONG KUCHING: The Sarawak government has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the iconic Niah Caves National Park while enhancing infrastructure in the surrounding area. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed the importance of balancing conservation efforts with development to attract

SFC’s Wisma Lestari nears completion, operational by January 2025

BY JAMES WONG AND NURA V LORNA KUCHING: Sarawak Forestry Corporation’s (SFC) new six-story office tower and forensic centre, named ‘Wisma Lestari’ by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, is expected to be operational by January 2025. SFC CEO Abang Arabi Abang Aimran said the building construction

Sarawak shows path to balanced development and conservation

BY JAMES WONG AND NURA V LORNA KUCHING: The Sarawak Government remains steadfast in proving that development and environmental preservation can go hand in hand. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said his government will continue to expand and declare more natural parks, such as the marine