Author: Faizal Bujang

Batang Kayan Regatta returns with RM65,000 prize pool

LUNDU: The prestigious water sports event, Batang Kayan Regatta 2024, is back to delight its fans. This race will span three days from July 26 to 28 along Sungai Batang Kayan, Lundu. Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul Anuar Adenan, announced that this year’s race offers a total cash prize of RM65,000.

Sarawak’s diving team prepares for Sukma with intensive training camp

KUCHING: As the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) 2024 approaches, all participating teams are making the most of the remaining time for preparation. The diving squad is no exception. They are ensuring their athletes, entrusted to represent Sarawak at the biennial national event from Aug 17 to 24, are fully prepared.

Sarawak muaythai team to train and compete in Thailand ahead of Sukma

KUCHING: Thailand will be the next training destination for the Sarawak muaythai squad to enhance their performance ahead of the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) 2024. Sarawak State Muaythai Association (PMNS) president Jumaat Ibrahim confirmed the Thai stint. “We will take them to Thailand next week. As usual, in addition to

Women’s football squad allocations on July 13

KUCHING: Anticipation now envelops the Sarawak Malaysia Games (SUKMA) women’s football squad. This is as the team is still waiting for the group allocations and to find out their opponents, as the draw will only take place on July 13. Head coach Suffian Ibrahim explained that this does not disrupt

Sarawak boxers urged to improve ahead of Sukma XXI

KUCHING: Boxers who will represent Sarawak at this year’s Malaysia Games (Sukma) XXI are urged to improve their performance in preparation for the biennial national event, which will take place from Aug 17 to 24 in Sarawak. Sarawak Amateur Boxing Association (Saba) president Datuk Rahman Lariwoo stressed this following the

Chef de mission confident stadium ready on time

KUCHING: Sarawak has a plan ‘B’ to change the venue if the stadium currently under construction does not meet the criteria set by the high committee and fails to be completed by the contractor for the use of athletes from various contingents at the 2024 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) XXI. Deputy

Sarawak aim to secure last-eight spot in Sukma football

KUCHING: Sarawak Malaysia Games (Sukma) chef de mission Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu is optimistic about the men’s football squad’s potential to deliver strong performances in this year’s Games. They aim to place themselves among the top eight teams, reaching the quarter-finals despite facing formidable opponents in the group stage. “Sarawak

Swimming squad expected to win medals

KUCHING: The swimming squad is expected to excel and contribute medals to the Sarawak contingent at the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) XXI 2024, scheduled from August 17 to 24. This is due to the meticulous preparations currently being undertaken by the team for the biennial national competition. Additionally, the team boasts

Tabuan FT win 56th edition of Asajaya Unity Cup

ASAJAYA: Tabuan FT emerged as the winners of the 56th Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah Asajaya Unity Cup football tournament. The team from Kuching secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Asajaya’s Tambirat United in the final held at the Kampung Sambir football field here on Sunday (April 21). Former

Recycle used oil for industrial use

The rapid rise in population, urbanisation, and industrial activities has led to an increased production of waste, posing a significant challenge to environmental sustainability. In response to this, Timuran Kembangan Sdn. Bhd., a local enterprise based in Kuching, has emerged as a pioneer in the recycling of used oil from