Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Reflecting on true meaning of independence

KUCHING: As citizens, we should appreciate the concern, seriousness and perseverance of Malaysians in facing the challenges brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic – the country is now in the endemic phase. Therefore, regardless of our positions, let us join with the government in the fight against the coronavirus. We

Blood donation drive at Civic Centre

KUCHING: Sukarelawan Jalanan Sarawak (SJS) hopes to get 120 pints of blood for Sarawak General Hospital’s Blood Bank. The blood drive is in conjunction with Merdeka Day and will be held from 9am to 2pm at Civic Centre here. “We are seeing a rise in the number of blood donors

Petrosains PlaySmart reopens Kuching centre

KUCHING: Petrosains PlaySmart Kuching at the Civic Centre here has reopened its doors to the public from Aug 25.  Petrosains PlaySmart, which is also located in Kota Kinabalu, Johor Bharu and Kuantan, come equipped with interactive exhibits, and offer activities and programmes like those organised at The Discovery Centre in

No point having more flights if tickets expensive

KUCHING: Increasing direct flights to Sarawak will be in vain if air fares are unreasonable, says Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts was asked by the media whether or not there would be an increase in incoming direct flights. According to him,

Sia Sitok travel brands set for relaunch

KUCHING: Sia Sitok Sarawak and Sia Sitok Sarawak Accommodation, two locally produced travel brands, will be relaunched next month with a RM4 million sales goal. Tourism, Creative Industries, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said Sia Sitok Sarawak had produced sales of more than RM10.5 million

Dealing with domestic violence

 KUCHING: Victims of domestic violence in Sarawak continue to receive the much needed help. Not only the Sarawak government but non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have come forward to provide care and support to these victims. To address the issue of domestic violence, the Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development has

Breaking free from ‘hell’ at last

KUCHING: In wanting to save her marriage, Shareene is willing to allow her body to be hurt. This include being physically and mentally abused. Never once did divorce cross her mind due to love and desire to retain her family. However, one day., the marriage that had lasted for seven

More women speak about abusive relationships

KUCHING: Domestic violence is still an issue in Malaysian society. However, more and more women are now no longer afraid to get out from an abused relationship and speak out about their sufferings. According to Sarawak Police Commissioner, CP Datuk Mohd Azman Ahmad Sapri, from January to July 2021, a

Tourist arrivals from India to Sarawak up by 304pct

KUCHING: Sarawak has seen an increase of visitors from India by 304 per cent from January to July, 2022. “We anticipate more arrivals as we open our borders with relaxed health protocols,” Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah told the media here

Convention a golden opportunity to draw tourists from India

KUCHING: A total of 500 delegates are expected for the Travel Agent Federation of India (TAFI) Convention at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching from Sept 20-23. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said this would be the first time the convention is held