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Serian Danu Lake redevelopment to boost economy

SERIAN: The redevelopment of Serian Danu Lake is poised to become a significant catalyst for economic growth, with expectations of drawing more investors to the district.  Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn expressed optimism about the project, noting its potential to enhance the livelihoods

Shopping complex explains incident involving toddler

KUCHING: Plaza Merdeka has issued a statement on an incident involving a toddler and a shattered automatic glass door at the India Street entrance last night (Nov 21). The management confirmed that the child, who suffered a minor cut from the incident, has been treated. Plaza Merdeka expressed relief that

Uncover the magic of Koh Samui with Pelago

TRAVEL is more than just visiting new places — it’s a way to break free from routine and discover the beauty of the world. Whether you’re exploring the energy of a bustling city or the tranquillity of a quiet countryside, travel gives you the chance to learn, grow, and see

SFC launches probe into alleged whale carcass discovery

SRI AMAN: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has launched an investigation into claims of a whale carcass sighting near Pulau Seduku here after a video of the alleged discovery went viral on social media. In a Facebook statement, the corporation said that despite extensive search efforts, no carcass has been

351 UTS postgraduategrads to receive scrolls

KUCHING: A total of 351 postgraduate graduates will receive their respective degrees at the Ninth Convocation Ceremony of Universiti Teknologi Sarawak (UTS) in Sibu on December 14. The ceremony will feature two recipients of the Doctor of Philosophy degree, 33 Master’s degree holders and 316 Bachelor’s degree holders . UTS

Strict licensing rules for O&G industry in Sarawak

THOSE intending to venture into the oil and gas (O&G) industry in Sarawak must first obtain a licence from Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros), said Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. He said there were instances where individuals had entered Sarawak on social passes

RM240.2mil allocated for Sukma 2024 coupled with strong sponsorship support

THE Sarawak government allocated RM240.2 million to host the Malaysia Games (Sukma) Sarawak, complimenting the additional RM50 million contribution from the federal government. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah revealed that RM143 million, the largest portion of the budget, was earmarked for the overall

Hydrogen bus: Nothing left out by minister, Yap tells DAP’s Chong

KOTA Sentosa rep Wilfred Yap has refuted allegations by Stampin assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen, asserting that Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin had addressed all questions comprehensively during his winding-up speech in the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) on the RM122 million hydrogen bus contract.  Yap dismissed Chong’s claims that

Sarawak Museum maintains continued success in preserving monuments and sites

THE Sarawak Museum Department continues to enhance its capacity and capability in upholding the Sarawak Heritage Ordinance (SHO 2019), maintaining and preserving a total of 25 monuments and sites in Sarawak since January 2024. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah highlighted the department

1.17 mln visitors have so far visited Borneo Cultural Museum

THE Borneo Cultural Museum (BCM) attracted 1,179,281 visitors since its opening in 2022, solidifying its status as a premier attraction for tourists from around the globe.   Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah praised the Sarawak Museum Department’s steadfast commitment to showcase Sarawak’s tangible