Author: Ma Chee Seng

Raising awareness on cervical cancer

KUCHING: A cervical cancer screening and awareness campaign was organised for the community in Baleh by Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) in collaboration with the ROSE Foundation and Pertubuhan Komuniti Harapan Orang Ulu Kuching (PKHOUK). The campaign introduced the HPV PCR self-sampling method for early cervical cancer detection where over 100

Chong concerned over ‘drastic’ pay rise for civil servants

KUCHING: The decision by the federal government to raise the salaries of civil servants was to the concern of Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen. Viewing it as drastic, the Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman foresees that it could create issues whereby the private sector is pressured to follow suit.

TVS to premiere “Guru Luar Biasa” documentary series on May 15

KUCHING: TVS is set to launch its documentary series titled “Guru Luar Biasa” (Extraordinary Teachers) starting May 15 which will be aired for six weeks on every Wednesday at 5.30 pm on Channel 122 Astro, Unifi TV, and MYTV. The documentary aims to shed light on the pivotal role of

Snowdan encourages Iban community to showcase cultural heritage

KUCHING: The Dayak Iban community in Sarawak should take pride in their cultures, customs and traditions, says Datuk Snowdan Lawan. The Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts noted that “being one of the indigenous tribes in Borneo, we should be proud of our own identity by displaying

Struggling family of 12 faces financial hardship

KUCHING: Hope Place recently came to the aid of a family of 12 residing in Kpg Mundai, Padawan, through the provision of food aid, children’s milk powder, and school supplies. “Jenny Bandang, 36, and her husband Enga, 37, are facing significant financial constrain as they strive to provide for their

Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad eyes expansion into new sectors

PUTRAJAYA: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) aims to strengthen its position as a key export hub for the oil and gas industry while expanding into biomass, petrochemicals, and clean energy sectors. Chairman Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said during the company’s 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) that the infrastructure

ICQS Complex in Serikin to boost Malaysia-Indonesia economic ties

SERIKIN: The construction of the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine, and Security (ICQS) Complex in Serikin, slated to begin this year, is expected to provide a significant boost to the economies of Malaysia and Indonesia, particularly Sarawak. This was stated by Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, who also noted

New market site for traders to do business

TATAU: The Minister in the Premier’s Office, Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai is optimistic that the Kampung Dagang Tatau market site will bring about meaningful changes for the local community. During the inauguration of the market yesterday, he emphasised its importance as an avenue for Tatau residents to generate income,

RM50m ICQS Complex construction begins soon

SERIKIN: Construction of the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine, and Security Complex (ICQS) here is scheduled to begin this year, with completion projected by 2027. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said that the Federal Government has allocated RM50 million for this initiative, which is now in its final evaluation phase.

Magnum betters disabled lives

KUCHING: MagnumCares, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) branch of Magnum 4D, is collaborating with the Sarawak Society of the Disabled (POCS) through its #ProjectMagnumHearts initiative, accessible via the MyMagnum 4D app. Through the app, each ‘Magnum Heart’ donated to POCS will help improve mobility and comfort for individuals with special