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Malaysia Airlines adjusts flights amid volcano

KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines has announced its decision to reinstate certain flights, retimed others, and cancel several flights today in response to the ongoing volcanic activity at Mount Ruang. In a statement, it said the airline will reinstate flights to and from Sabah on May 1 with new timings. The reinstated

AZAM Sarawak appoints Ali Suhaili as new CEO

KUCHING: Angkatan Zaman Mansang (AZAM) Sarawak has appointed Ali Suhaili as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective immediately. In a statement, AZAM said Ali’s forty years of service in the public sector brings invaluable experience and a strong dedication to community development to his new role. “Since he began

Sarawak mulls innovative civil service scheme

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will assess the implications of new requirements to bolster the public service sector in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said various plans would be formulated in line with the review of terms and conditions for civil servants in the country

Sarawak sets sight on highest GDP growth

KUCHING: Sarawak is setting its sights on becoming the second-highest contributor to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) before the upcoming state election. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that while Kuala Lumpur leads, Sarawak aims to surpass Selangor, currently in second place. “We have to

DAP wants fast action on poor state of semi-industrial shops

KUCHING: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has been urged to swiftly address the deteriorating condition of semi-industrial shops along Jalan Datuk Tawi Sli, 3 1/2 mile here. Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman Chong Chieng Jen stressed the urgency of the situation, noting that 11 shops are in a state of

Aggressive stray dog attacks four in Kota Sentosa

KUCHING: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has issued a warning following reports from the Health Department on an aggressive stray dog in Kota Sentosa. In a statement it said the black and white dog has bitten four individuals yesterday afternoon, prompting caution among the public. MPP is appealing to residents

Mindef to update veterans’ benefits scheme

SERIAN: The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) has committed to finalising revisions to disability benefits for veterans of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) within this year. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said that the ministry reassessed the rates of the scheme at the end of last year and is now awaiting

RM244 mil allocated for ATM veterans this year

SERIAN: A total of 28,835 Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) veterans have received the ‘Bantuan Sara Hidup’ (BSH) benefit as of April 15, 2024. This assistance was provided through an allocation of RM244 million by the Ministry of Defence via the Veterans Affairs Department (JHEV). Deputy Defence Minister, Adly Zahari said

Navy plans restructuring after Lumut tragedy

SERIAN: Following the tragic incident involving two helicopters at the Lumut Naval Base in Perak last Tuesday, the Royal Malaysian Navy’s (RMN) operations in Sabah and Perak will be restructured. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said that this restructuring was essential to ensure the nation’s sovereignty and securities were maintained.

Bidayuh navy community mourns tragic loss

IN the close-knit community of the Royal Malaysian Navy, a heartbreaking tragedy has struck. Senior Seaman JJM Joanna Felicia Rohna, a beloved member of the Bidayuh community, lost her life in a helicopter crash. The news has left everyone mourning, particularly Aleng Gaet, who had remained close to Joanna even