Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Sepak Takraw steps closer to Olympic stage

BINTULU: The president of the Asian Sepak Takraw Federation (ASTAF), Datuk Abdul Halim Kader, is convinced that the sport will soon gain recognition from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), paving the way for its inclusion in future Olympic Games. Following the Paris 2024 Olympics, ASTAF is targeting either the Los

Takraw: Sarawak women make semis

BINTULU: The Sarawak women’s sepak takraw team have advanced to the semifinals after a 3-0 victory over Penang in their round-robin group stage match last night. They delivered an impressive performance, winning all three regus decisively. In the first regu, Sarawak notched up scores of 15-2 and 15-6. The second

Sarawak suffers narrow defeat to Sabah in men’s sepak takraw

BINTULU: The Sarawak sepak takraw team wrapped up their first men’s team match with a narrow 2-1 defeat against Sabah. The highly intense match held at Stadium Muhibbah earlier this morning saw Sarawak edged out by Sabah in a closely contested battle. In the opening set, Sarawak fought hard but

Takraw: Sarawak women edge Selangor 2-1

BINTULU: The Sarawak women’s sepak takraw team displayed an outstanding performance by defeating the Selangor team 2-1 in a fierce round robin women’s team event at Court A, Muhibah Stadium, yesterday afternoon (Aug 14). Despite being down 2-0 in the first round, the fighting spirit of ‘Agi Idup, Agi Ngelaban’

Bintulu IPD sports hall refurbishment completed

BINTULU: The Bintulu District Police Headquarters (IPD) sports hall has a new look following the completion of upgrading and improvement works. The hall is now equipped with a new floor, an air conditioning system, a fully equipped badminton court, more comfortable restrooms, and a stage for hosting various events and

Tanjong Batu rep inspects Sukma 2024 Muay Thai venue

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming inspected preparations for the Sukma 2024 Muay Thai venue at Naim Paragon Mall here on Wednesday (Aug 14). Pang, who is also the deputy chef de mission for the Muay Thai event, also inspected the facilities provided for athletes to rest. When

Harmony and unity key to successful sports events

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman, Johnny Pang Leong Ming, has described the harmony and unity among diverse racial communities in this country, especially Sarawak, as one of the main factors in the success of organising sports events. He emphasised that the atmosphere of harmony and cooperation between various races plays an

Reef ball project holds out hope for biodiversity

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman, Johnny Pang said the Reef Ball Project is an important initiative for Sarawak’s marine biodiversity. According to him, the installation of this artificial structure provides a new habitat for marine species such as corals, algae, and fish. This is important for the ecological balance and sustainability

Malaysia to partake in billion dollar care economy

KUALA LUMPUR: The silver economy is growing rapidly in Southeast Asia, with Malaysia projected to potentially capture a market worth approximately US$25.5 billion from the industry. Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib stressed that Malaysia should see the aging population as an economic opportunity by taking advantage of