Author: Gabriel Lihan

Expedite construction of MBT facility, urges Abdul Karim

KUCHING: The construction of the new Mountain Bike Track (MBT) facility at Bukit Siol needs to be expedited to allow Sarawak athletes to get acquainted with the track. Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the appointed contractor must accelerate construction works to

Avenue to produce pro cyclists

KUCHING: The eighth edition of the Samarahan Bike Challenge, to be held on May 26, continues to serve as an avenue for the young generation of cyclists to grow. Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the organisers have introduced two new categories,

New international airport in the offing

THE state government is planning to develop a new international airport in Kuching to support the growing aviation industry in Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said with the takeover of MASwings, Sarawak is poised to become another aviation regional hub for ASEAN.  “Supported by a

PRS proposes Salang as next Senate President

KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) has proposed its president Datuk Joseph Salang Gandum as the next candidate for the Dewan Negara top post. The party’s deputy information chief Andy Lawrence sought the support of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and

First ART vehicle expected between Aug-Oct

KUCHING: The first unit of the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) vehicle is expected to arrive here in the third quarter of this year. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the ART is undergoing several minor changes in its design at the manufacturing plant in China. Lee revealed that

Beauty pageant shines beyond Gawai

KUCHING: The ‘Pekit Kumang’ pageant, which showcases the beauty and talent of Dayak women, is not exclusively tied to the Gawai Dayak festival and can be conducted at any time. In a statement, Sri Aman MP Datuk Sri Doris Sophia Brodie said although traditionally held during the Gawai Dayak, the

Anggun’s first episode features Mila Jirin and Arabyrd

KUCHING: TVS has launched their latest show titled ‘Anggun’ (graceful) with its first episode featuring celebrity artistes Mila Jirin and Arabyrd which will be broadcasted every Sunday at 11.15 am. Anggun’s producer, Siti Nurmadziah Abdul Karim said the show is TVS’s latest initiative to highlight various topics related to women.

Be a job creator, instead of a job seeker

KUCHING: Be your own boss and seek to be a job creator instead of a job seeker. The Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MySED) Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat echoed this statement and urged university graduates and school leavers not to rely solely on government or private companies

Batang Ai HEP to undergo system upgrades

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy will conduct a planned shutdown of the Batang Ai Hydroelectric Plant (HEP) in Lubok Antu for critical system upgrades, aiming to digitalise its generation infrastructure and enhance electricity supply reliability. In a press statement Sarawak Energy stated that the automation project will streamline the power plant’s system

Mutang, known for his loyalty and Christian faith, a great loss to Orang Ulu community

BY GABRIEL LIHAN KUCHING: The late Datuk Mutang Tagal, remembered for his loyalty and Christian faith, leaves behind a profound legacy that resonates deeply within the Sarawakian community, especially among the Orang Ulu. Telang Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis Ngau fondly reminisces about Mutang’s unwavering loyalty, both to his Christian beliefs