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Unifor lends temple a helping hand

KUCHING: The Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) has given the Sam San Kuet Bong Temple at Mile 7 a sum of RM200,000 to carry out repair works of its roof and stage. According to a statement, Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap presented the grant to temple committee chairman Thian Ted

Maludam Explore Race boosts ecotourism

PUSA: The Maludam Explore Race 2023 is able to improve ecotourism in the Maludam area, especially the community economy in the area. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said Maludam has its own attractions that can be highlighted to the public whether from

Woman fined and sentenced for drug abuse

KUCHING: A woman has been fined RM2,900 or sentenced to nine months in prison by the Magistrates’ Court for her involvement in drug abuse, specifically methamphetamine and amphetamine. Ng Siew Lan, 35, pleaded guilty to the charge, which was read by an interpreter before Magistrate Mason Jaro Lenya Barayan. The

MBKS deputy mayor appointed as DBKU mayor

BY: NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & ELEAZAR BARRICK PETER KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) deputy mayor Hilmy Othman has been named as the new mayor for Kuching North City Hall (DBKU). This appointment was confirmed by Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. “His name was

Teachers master grading in English workshop

SARIKEI: English teachers from Sarikei, Meradong, and Julau districts came together in a workshop recently to learn about better approach to grade English writing. In a statement, the workshop was held at SMK Tinggi aimed to assist teachers improve their skills and strategies for teaching the English language. Lee Chen

Food poisoning suspected in pigeon deaths

BY: ELEAZAR BARRICK PETER & NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS KUCHING: Authorities are investigating possible food poisoning as the cause of death for pigeons at Kuching Waterfront. Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunications Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said that samples from the dead pigeons have been sent to the Sarawak Department

Best places for bargains style or just retail therapy

ALTHOUGH nowadays we can get most things from all over the world through online shopping, there’s still magic to be had in shopping overseas, and that purchase you make somewhere special is guaranteed to remain a favourite. The best shopping cities in the world have it all. Whether you’re into

International travel tips for First-Time Travellers

NO matter how much you’ve travelled in your home country, the thought of taking your first trip overseas may feel both thrilling and nerve-wracking.  Going somewhere completely new may be initially scary and confusing but it doesn’t have to be. Follow these simple tips of things to do before traveling

Empowering SMEs work in progress: Awang Tengah

SONG: The state government through the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment is continuing to implement various programmes to empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Minister Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said among these programmes are the Digital Entrepreneurship Programme, Basic Entrepreneurship Programme, Technical Entrepreneurship Programme, Food Certification

Munggu Sawa residents to benefit from devt projects

SRI AMAN: Munggu Sawa area is experiencing major changes with several development projects promising various opportunities for local residents here. Bukit Begunan assemblyman Datuk Mong Dagang said one of the projects being implemented is the construction of a new road from Banting to the Bukit Lesung area. He said the