DEWAN Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) is embarking on an ambitious journey to bridge the gap between literary editing and the fast-paced media world through its innovative Attachment Training Programme (PLS). This initiative aims to equip its staff with real-world media experience, enhancing their writing and editing skills to adapt to
KUCHING: The Federal Government has allocated RM1.086 million under the Sejahtera Komuniti Madani (SejaTi Madani) programme to stimulate economic growth in Sarikei. The contribution handover ceremony was led by Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii at the Meradong District Office’s multipurpose hall recently. This programme aimed to empower communities
KUCHING: The Malaysian government has announced plans to implement the Sales and Services Tax (SST) more progressively, aiming to increase revenue and expand the tax base without placing undue strain on the public. Essential food items will remain exempt from the Sales Tax to protect the daily cost of living.
KUCHING: The Sarawak Artists Society (SAS) Annual Art Exhibition displays artwork to promote the uniqueness of Sarawakian culture. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew, said the exhibition serves as a platform for artistic expression while highlighting Sarawak’s fascinating cultural landscapes. “The Sarawak
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) officially launched the Unimas’ National Language Movement, the Unimas Higher Education Institution (IPT) Writers’ Club, and the National Local Insight Seminar 2024. According to Dr Remmy Gedat, the initiative is an effort to instil a sense of pride in the national language. “The national language
KUCHING: Local insight and oral literature are pivotal to modern discourse and creative expression. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) board member Datuk Dr. Jeniri Amir, highlighted the importance of these cultural treasures, which provide profound insights into past civilisations’ history, values, and intellectual richness. He made these observations at the
KUCHING: The Sarawak State Library has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Embassy of France to promote French culture and foster a two-way exchange of ideas and practices. The MoU signing witnessed by its chairman Datuk Dr Abang Abdul Rauf Abang Zen, took place on Monday (Oct 14)
KUCHING: The official celebration of the Governor of Sarawak’s 78th birthday commenced with a thanksgiving ceremony held at the Jamek Mosque, Thursday night (Oct 10). Around 1,000 people attended the event, including Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts,
KUCHING: A full-dressed rehearsal for the Governor of Sarawak’s 78th birthday celebration parade was held at the Padang Merdeka, here on Thursday. The rehearsal involved a total of 78 contingents, comprising ministries, government agencies, statutory bodies, uniformed bodies, various organisations and other participants, all coming together at 8 am. Minister for
KUCHING: The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) 2024 is set to return for its 12th edition, running from Oct 10-13 at GSC CityONE Megamall here. It will showcase over 12 diverse films with drama, sci-fi, romance, thriller, and animation genres. Anime enthusiasts won’t want to miss iconic titles like the 1988
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