Author: Goh Pei Pei

Kuching city folks aspire for quality living

KUCHING: Living in the state capital, where there are roads, schools, hospitals, stable internet connection as well as various eateries, retail and entertainment outlets – what else do the city folks wish for in Kuching? A mother in her 30s, who requested anonymity, hopes there will be more clean public

Youth versus seasoned rep in ‘pineapple town’

KUCHING: Sarikei, located about an hour-drive from Sibu, is famous for its sweet and juicy pineapple – hence, it is also known as ‘pineapple town’ among the locals and visitors. It is the fruit basket of Sarawak and also famous for its fresh vegetables, which are supplied to the surrounding

Video of Lo and Chong over fire incident making its rounds on social media

KUCHING: A video of two candidates contesting in the Stampin seat in the 15th general election (GE15), arguing about water supply during the fire incident at 3rd Mile Maong Bazaar – has been making its rounds on the social media since yesterday. It started with Sarawak Dap chairman Chong Chieng

GPS, PSB, DAP – equal chance of winning hot seat Sibu

KUCHING: Located along Rajang River, the longest river in the country, Sibu is one of the main ports in Sarawak as well as an important commercial and financial centre. Dubbed as Swan City, it has a vibrant food scene, famous for its local delicacies such as kampua and kompia. The

DAP leaders running out of ideas and issues, says GPS

KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) leaders, including chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg on numerous occasions, had said the coalition would only decide to work with any party after the 15th general election (GE15) – to form a strong and stable federal government. However, Sarawak DAP chairman

Sng suspends PBM secretary-general and information chief

KUCHING: Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) has suspended its secretary-general Nor Hizwan Ahmad and information chief Zakaria Bin Abdul Hamid, with immediate effect. Incumbent Julau MP Datuk Larry Sng in a Facebook today reiterated that he remains as the legitimately recognised President of PBM. “According to the records of the Registrar

Plight of an immigrant child

Book Title: Beautiful Country ISBN: 0385547218 Author: Qian Julie Wang, a Chinese-American writer and civil rights lawyer Publisher: Doubleday Books Publication year: 2021 Price: RM89.06 (Also available in hardback: RM124.40) “Secrets: they have so much power, don’t they?” The title of the book “Beautiful Country” draws readers to wonder which

Splitting of votes may cost DAP this time

KUCHING: Sarawak DAP will not be able to retain all its six parliamentary seats in the 15th General Election (GE15), especially after the party’s huge defeat in the state polls in December last year. However, it is also premature to predict which seats they will lose as it boils down

Make early preparations to travel home; every vote counts!

KUCHING: The Election Commission (EC) has made a wise decision to set Nov 19, as the polling day; however, it would be better if the government can consider declaring it as a public holiday in the future. Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak President Manjeet Sidhu said Saturday is a good choice,

Polling on Saturday; allow more to vote

KUCHING: The polling day for the 15th General Election (GE15) which has been set for Nov 19, is a good pick as it falls on a Saturday. Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Sarawak (Acccis) secretary-general Datuk Jonathan Chai said it is better for the voting day to be