Author: Osman Razali

Burung Garuda emerge as champions once again

SIMANGGANG: The Burung Garuda paddlers from Kampung Tambak claimed the Raja Sungai Benak Batang Lupar 2023 title, besting the Cahaya Helang Tasik team from Saratok. Mawar Poi’s team proved themselves champions, impressively leading 11 other teams in the Sakai 30 finals during the Benak Regatta yesterday. Last year, the same

Progress through mutual understanding, respect

SARATOK: Community harmony in Sarawak is the key to a stable government, which in turn contributes to the progress enjoyed by all. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that Sarawak is in a class of its own in terms of racial and religious harmony and unity. Until now, he said, no

Masjis Lama Alit, SK Abang Leman crowned champions

KABONG: The contingents from Masjis Lama Alit and SK Abang Leman were crowned champions in the banner and procession competitions, respectively, in conjunction with the Maulidur Rasul celebration here. Both took home a cash prize of RM2,000 along with a trophy and participation certificate. The runner-up in the banner competition

STEM and TVET crucial in new economy

ROBAN: Taking up Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) will put students in good stead as Sarawak continues its march to become a developed state. Both fields are highly emphasised in the state government’s Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030, said

Hi-tech need for optimal use of STOLport, CPPC

ROBAN: The government needs to adopt advanced technology to ensure facilities such as the Short Take-off and Landing Airport (STOLport) and the Collection, Processing and Packaging Centre (CPPC) in Bebuling, Spaoh can be used optimally. Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the

PSB’s Jepak rumours seen as opinions

TRANSLATED BY NATASHA JEE KUCHING: Rumours suggesting that Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) has expressed interest in contesting the Jepak state by-election are being regarded as personal opinions by some quarters. This viewpoint came from Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) senior vice president, Datuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom. He went

Pusa in store for six high-impact projects

PUSA: About RM60 million provided for under the Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA) will be used to implement six high-impact projects in Pusa.Beting Maro assemblyman Razaili Gapor said it is in line with the desire to develop the potential of Pusa District and improve the socio-economic status of the community.“First,

Pekema foundation hands out schoolbags 

KUCHING: A total of 500 students in the Kalaka constituency have received school bag donations from the Pekema Sarawak Foundation. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri hopes this will inspire students to be more diligent in attending classes. “On behalf of all the recipients of the donation, I would like to express

Academy strives to help needy escape poverty

KUCHING: The Academy of Human Development serves as a crucial platform for the needy to acquire skills with a view to break free from the cycle of poverty. Al Bait Leadership Foundation (YKAB) manager Abdul Hafiz Zainalabidin, said the academy which focuses on short-term basic skills training, is an initiative

Generous contributions from community empower Sejambak Kasih  programme

SIMANGGANG: The generous contributions from the community in Sri Aman have enabled the Che Chuan Khor Sri Aman Moral Uplifting Organisation to provide assistance to those in need through its annual Sejambak Kasih programme. Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Francis Harden Hollis expressed his gratitude to