Author: Ma Chee Seng

Private sector urged to seize economic opportunities

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Utilities and Telecommunication Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi has echoed the call of Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud for the private sector to seize the economic opportunities as a result of the relocation of the Indonesian capital to Kalimantan. “The private sector

Six abstract artists to showcase work

KUCHING: An Abstract Art Show 2022 featuring the works of six local abstract artists will be held at La Promenade Mall, Kota Samarahan from May 14-June 5. There will also be two workshop sessions on May 21-22 on new ways of appreciating and attracting the public to engage with various

Floodwaters at Rumah Saling Abong, Miri recede

MIRI: The Lopeng Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) reported that floodwaters at Rumah Saling Abong had receded on May 12 (Thursday). According to a statement, patrols by Bomba along Sungai Selulit Lapok Baram were conducted due to the recent flooding that occurred on Monday (May 9). “Continuous rain on May

Expect a unique experience at La Promenade Mall art show

KUCHING: Hoan Gallery at La Promenade Mall here will host six local artists for their upcoming ABSTRACT 2022 art show from May 14 until June 5. “It is my great honour to co-organise this show at the mall,” said Hoan Gallery owner Hoan Kee Huang. “The artists and I have

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Puncak Borneo should remain with GPS

KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) need not give up the Puncak Borneo parliamentary seat in the upcoming 15th general election. This follows Premier Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg’s recent announcement that GPS will contest all 31 seats in Sarawak, hence barring Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) to defend the

Magnum to promote healthy, harmonious gaming habits.

KUCHING: In conjunction with its Responsible Gaming (RG) Week celebration, Magnum Corporation is committed to providing a fun and safe environment that promotes a healthy lifestyle for all their players and stakeholders. Chief executive officer, Datuk Lawrence Lim Swee Lin said, “Recently, we had achieved a great milestone by being

Happy Raya for 176 students

KUCHING: 176 students were among those who received alms from Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad (Bank Rakyat) yesterday. Federal Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri spoke at the Zakat Bank Rakyat contribution ceremony in Batang Sadong and praised the bank for its contributions. “Thankfully, we were

Road partially closed May 9 to 23

KUCHING: A partial closure and repair works are to be done along Jalan Datuk Amar Stephen Kalong Ningkan (opposite of SK Hardware) from May 9 to 23. Kuching Division Public Works Department (JKR) said in a statement that the maintenance work will start from 8pm onwards to 5am. “The diversion

Stay vigilant, don’t let your guard down

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MOH) recently announced that face masks would only be required indoors with new rules and recommendations commencing this May 1. However, there are concerns raised by some members of the public on the new SOPs. Although the rules are relaxed, they say the people still

Let almsgiving be a habit

KUCHING: Senior Minister of Works, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said giving alms should be a habit of the people even after the month of fasting. The Petra Jaya Member of Parliament (MP) said this during the Jalinan Kasih Aidilfitri Programme at Semariang Service Centre. He pointed out that such habit