Author: Gabriel Lihan

Tough Sukma challenge but Sarawak rugby teams stay optimistic

KUCHING: Sarawak men’s rugby team faces tough challengers Johor, Terengganu and Pahang in Group C  in the upcoming Malaysia Games (Sukma) Sarawak 2024  Team manager Faqrul Hafiz is fully optimistic that the team can perform an upset and qualify for the quarter-finals. “Group C will be a tough challenge for

SLTA tennis centre ready for Sukma 2024 and SEA Games

KUCHING:  The Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) tennis centre is ready to host the coming Malaysia Games (Sukma) 2024 and is a prime candidate for the 2027 SEA Games.  SLTA president Datuk Patrick Liew said the facility is not just built for the coming Sukma but SLTA intends on going

Tennis diplomacy: Event draws over 200

KUCHING: Over 200 tennis players and family members converged for the first ever Diplomatic Relations Friendly Tennis Tournament here. Deputy Minister of Transport (Maritime and Riverine) Datuk Henry Harry Jinep described it as a ‘memorable event’ as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of Chinese-Malaysia diplomatic ties. “This is something

SUKMA host sets sights on SEA Games

MIRI: Sarawak has a remarkable opportunity to highlight its dedication to sports excellence and showcase its impressive capabilities as the proud host of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA XXI),  Federal Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh said that this edition of SUKMA allows Sarawak to truly shine.  She then praised

Satria and Satrina rev up Sukma tempo

KUCHING: Sukma XXI mascots Satria and Satrina spread joy at Farley Kuching Mall on Saturday, captivating visitors with their vibrant and dynamic presence. As part of the countdown to the official Sukma XXI opening on Aug 17, Satria and Satrina greeted fans during an engaging meet-and-greet session that kicked off

Robber harms convenience store worker

KUCHING: A 24-hour convenience store was robbed at the wee hours at MJC Batu Kawa. Padawan police chief Supt Mohd Irwan Hafiz Md Radzi said that the incident happened around 3am yesterday morning (July 27). “At the time of the incident the man was believed to be wearing a helmet,

Toyota SUV catches fire

KUCHING: A Toyota Harrier was engulfed in flames in Lorong B, Taman BDC here today (July 27). The State Fire and Rescue Department Operations Centre received a distress call at 2.59 pm. Responding swiftly, firefighters from the Batu Lintang fire station rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, they encountered the

Local lads ready to kick off

KUCHING: Sarawak is aiming to turn the page on its SUKMA football disappointment when the national games kick off in August. “The players are in top shape and ready to compete,” said team manager Khairulddin Qalam Daud.“Under head coach Awangko Shahbudin, we’ve focused on building tactical cohesion, and the inclusion

Morning fire destroys house in Bekenu

MIRI: A devastating fire destroyed a house in Kampung Masjid Tiris, Bekenu, this morning (July 27). State Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba ) Operations Centre said it received an emergency call pertaining to the incident at 7.41am. Batu Niah fire station responded swiftly and was immediately deployed to the scene

Sarawak CP urges progress among police trainees, embrace technological advancement

KUCHING: Police trainees must embrace technological advancements and progress forward, rather than adhering to outdated methods. Having said this, Sarawak police commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata noted the evolving nature of policing and the need for officers to be progressive in their approach. “Every police officer should no longer practise outdated