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Five-year-old wins Perodua Aruz at Sukma opening

KUCHING: Five-year-old Ainul Mardhiah Hirizuan won the lucky draw grand prize of a Perodua Aruz during the opening ceremony of the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma XXI) at Sarawak Stadium on Saturday night. It was a night to remember for the young winner when her name was flashed on the stadium’s

Sarawak-FT clash in futsal quarter-finals

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Sarawak futsal team is gearing up for their biggest challenge yet as they prepare to face Federal Territory in the quarter-finals of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA XXI). The much-anticipated clash is set to take place at the Kota Samarahan Indoor Stadium tomorrow (Aug 19). Sarawak’s head

Sarawak claw back to knockout

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak and Selangor played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in their final Group B match at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA XXI) today (Aug 17). The result saw Sarawak advance to the knockout stage as the group’s second-placed team, where they will face the Federal Territories on Monday.

225 applications for temporary documents get approval

KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development has received a total of 715 applications for Temporary Personal Documents for Individuals Without Citizenship in Sarawak (DSITKS) as of Aug 16 this year. Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that in a recent special committee meeting, the ministry processed

Sarawak hammers Johor 4-1

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak futsal team triumphed over Johor with a 4-1 victory in the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). This match saw Johor struggle to find their footing, having failed to win any of their previous three matches, while Sarawak managed a draw against Perak and a narrow 3-2 win over

SUKMA: Sarawak’s 4-1 rout of Johor sends futsal team to quarter finals

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s futsal team has made a remarkable leap into the quarter-finals of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA), showcasing their determination with a decisive 4-1 win over Johor last night (Aug 16). The victory was a significant turnaround for Sarawak, who had previously faced setbacks against Johor, including defeats

Entrepreneurs find their global calling

KUCHING: The Sarawak Export Day 2024 kicked off today (Aug 16) with the goal of propelling local manufacturers and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) onto the global stage. Affin Bank Berhad chairman Datuk Agil Natt hailed the event as a crucial platform for educating and empowering businesses to tap into

Deputy Premier Dr Sim leads Sarawak honours list

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian heads a list of 149 recipients of Sarawak state honours, conferred by the Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Ja’afar at the Astana Negeri Sarawak today (Aug 15). Dr Sim, who is also the Minister of Public

Minister: Some Sukma venues not fully completed but still usable

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Some venues for the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma XXI) are not fully completed but are still usable, says Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development acknowledged that some venues, which were hoped to be fully completed by the time of Sukma,

Premier to announce ‘better than usual’ incentives for medal winners

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is set to unveil substantial incentives for Sarawak athletes who secure victories at the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma 2024). Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development (MySED) Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the announcement is expected to