Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Key factors behind Sarawak’s progress

KOTA SAMARAHAN: A strong and capable leader has been the key factor in Sarawak’s progress to its current position. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Dr Johari Abdul stated that Sarawak’s current development standing couldbe sustained, and several decisions made by the state government were highly respected for their positive

KuCHARGE secures runner-up in Sunway LaunchX Accelerator Programme

KUCHING: Dominic Mathew David, co-founder of KuCHARGE and a student at Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, has emerged as the first runner-up in the Sunway LaunchX Accelerator Programme 2024, competing against 45 startups. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the KuCHARGE team, which was co-founded by Shaktivell M.

Do you know this patient?

SIBU: The hospital here is seeking the next-of-kin or family members of a 76-year-old Chinese male patient, Patrick Lee Meng Hing, Lee’s current known address is No. 2 (G/F) Lorong Pahlawan 7A2 Jaya Li Hua 96000, here and he was brought to the Emergency and Trauma Department of Sibu Hospital

Family members of Leong Yee Sing, please contact SGH

KUCHING: Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) is searching for the next of kin or family members of a patient named Leong Yee Sing. Leong was brought to the Emergency and Trauma Department of SGH on September 7 “Based on the information obtained, Leong resides at a place of worship in Kuching

Petronas Youth Football Closed Tournament attracts 56 teams

KUCHING: The opening ceremony of the Petronas Youth Football Closed Tournament 2024 will be held on Sept 13 at the Sarawak State Stadium. The event, organised by Petronas in partnership with the Kuching District Football Association (KDFA), Kuching City Football Association (KCFC) and Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC), will witness 23

More firms urged to fund sports development in Sarawak

KUCHING: Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister (MYSED) Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah hopes more private sector organisations will support the state government’s efforts to develop sports in Sarawak, particularly football. Abdul Karim cited the Sarawak Regatta, an annual boat race, as an example, noting that many private organisations

Love Crush stays true to Sarawakian narrative

KUCHING: “Love Crush” director Johan Khairil said authenticity and accuracy is crucial when it comes to character representation, especially in the context of a Sarawakian film narrative. Using the film as an example, he said the location and characters stay true to the local context. “For example, the names of

Director targets international film festivals for Love Crush premiere

KUCHING: Director Johan Chairil aims to submit his film Love Crush to international film festivals before screening it nationally. He mentioned that after the post-production of the film is completed, he plans to target several international film festivals in Australia. “We are currently negotiating with some distributors in Australia, so

Sarawakian talent mainstay of indie film

KUCHING: Independent film Love Crush will showcase an 80 per cent local Sarawakian crew and talent which is a major breakthrough for the state’s creative industries. Deputy Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan applauded the initiative and passion demonstrated by the film’s producer, director and screenwriter,