Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

BDDA keen to emulate Thai agricultural success

BANGKOK: The Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA) has set out to learn from the advanced agricultural development and expertise available in Thailand. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said this before leading the team to visit Ratchaburi Province famed for its aromatic coconut specie, mango, guava, pineapple and other

PBH Asset Management to maintain Pan Borneo Highway

KUCHING: The federal government, through the Public Works Department (PWD), has appointed PBH Asset Management Sdn Bhd to oversee the maintenance of the Pan Borneo Highway. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the total cost for the project worth RM69 million spans over three years. “I would like

Conference to discuss future of medicine, pharmaceutical care

KUCHING: The first ever Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy & Practice – Borneo International Pharmaceutical Conference (JoPPP- BIPC 2024) is set to be held in Borneo Cultures Museum here from Sept 20-22. This landmark event, themed ‘Delving into the Future of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Care,’ will bring together leading minds in

Celebrating culinary heritage together

KOTA PADAWAN: Recently, 50 enthusiastic participants joined the Traditional Food Workshop and Competition hosted by Kelab Belia Proaktif, an event that highlighted the cultural richness and culinary traditions of Sarawak. The event was inaugurated by Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang. The participants were divided into 11 teams, each

Flight ticket prices: Chong’s request baffling, says Kho

KUCHING: Kho Teck Wan, a political secretary to the Premier is curious as to why Stampin MP Chong Chien Jen decided to ask the state government to address rising flight ticket prices. “Chong knows rightly that the authority to regulate and govern the transport industries which includes aviation is under

NUBE backs stricter revisions to Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Union of Bank Employees (NUBE) has applauded the efforts of Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri in addressing weaknesses in the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022 (Act 840) and, if necessary, introducing stricter laws. In a statement, NUBE secretary-general J. Solomon said it

Welfare authorities looking for toddler’s mum

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The authorities here are looking for the biological mother of a two-year-old girl who is now under the care of the Welfare Department’s Child Protection Unit. In a statement the department said Nur Amirah Batrisya Abdullah, born on Oct 27, 2021 was left by her biological mother in

Left with nothing, families find strength

KUCHING: Victims of a recent fire in Kampung Tabuan Cemerlang recounted their harrowing experiences. Fatin Mohamad Jaafar, 34, was out when she received the devastating news. “My siblings called to say our house was on fire,” she recalled. “I rushed home, but it was too late. We couldn’t save anything,

SABC invites Abang Johari to be its Chief Patron

SYDNEY: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been invited by the Sarawak Australia Business Chamber (SABC) as its Chief Patron. This invitation was extended during Abang Johari’s official visit to Sydney. Rodger Chan Siong Boh, President of SABC, underscored Abang Johari’s pivotal role as the Patron

Relocation efforts aid village fire survivors

KUCHING: The state government is actively seeking new residences for the victims affected by the recent fire in Kampung Tabuan Cemerlang. Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the Minister for Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development, highlighted that these new homes will facilitate families in sending their children to nearby schools