Author: Nura V Lorna

Time to step up efforts to curb rabies: Rundi

KUCHING: Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Stephen Rundi Utom has called for urgent and sustained efforts to address the ongoing rabies outbreak in the region. Since the outbreak began in 2017, he lamented that there have been 74 fatalities, highlighting the alarming persistence of the disease.

Beware, pet cats are also rabies carriers: Dr Sim 

KUCHING: The public should realise the changing patterns of rabies, as it no longer involves just stray dogs but also household pets, including cats. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian stressed the importance of vigilance in preventing rabies, urging the public to work with the authorities to eliminate

Majority of animal bites on humans involve cats

KUCHING: Sarawak recorded a total of 12,587 animal bite cases from Jan 1 to Aug 31 this year, with 6,966 cases (55.34 per cent) involving cat bites or scratches, 5,451 cases (43.3 per cent) involving dog bites, and the remaining 170 cases (1.35 per cent) involving other animals. Premier Datuk

UNIMAS teams conquer rafting challenge

SERIAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) teams dominated the Mixed Gender (Government/Agencies) category at the Serian Rafting Challenge Festival 2024, securing a total of RM3,600 in prize money. The UNIMAS Extreme Explorer Team took the top spot, earning RM1,500 and a trophy. The UNIMAS Development Team followed closely behind in second

Serian MP proposes ‘Serian Got Talent’ to showcase local youth talents

SERIAN: Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem has proposed organising a talent competition, ‘Serian Got Talent,’ aimed at showcasing the hidden talents of local youth in the constituency. The Serian MP said this town has proven to be home to many talented individuals who have brought pride to Sarawak on the

LTAT remains key Affin Bank shareholder despite Sarawak govt stake acquisition

KUCHING: The Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT) remains a key shareholder in Affin Bank, despite the Sarawak government acquiring part of its stake in the bank. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said that as an institution responsible for managing the retirement funds of armed forces personnel, the Sarawak government’s acquisition

No interference in Affin Bank’s Management 

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will not interfere in Affin Bank’s management even though it has become the largest shareholder with a 31.25 per cent stake, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari affirmed that the bank would operate independently, especially regarding its economic development initiatives.

Diverse activities at Ziarah Mahabbah Programme on Sept 26 – 29

LUNDU: The Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) has embarked on the Ziarah Mahabbah Programme, in an effort to strengthen Islamic brotherhood and community development. The event  themed ‘Strengthening Brotherhood, Building a Dignified Ummah,’ was officiated by Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul Annuar Adenan at the Mahligai Gading Multipurpose Hall here yesterday (Sept

Sarawak committed to preserving cultural heritage: Abdul Karim

KUCHING: Various initiatives undertaken by the Sarawak government aim to preserve the state’s rich cultural heritage, ensuring its relevance and recognition among the younger generation. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts (MTCP) Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said these efforts to safeguard Sarawak’s arts and culture are not

Collective efforts needed to restore peatland, says Abang Jo

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called for binding targets to be established for peatland restoration as part of a comprehensive approach to sustainable agricultural practices. He stressed the need for a collective effort involving both public and private sectors, supported by attractive incentives