Author: Tania Lam

Strays: DBKU gets one, loses another

KUCHING: Three traps set up, but all Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) had for the effort is just one dog. It could have been two dogs, but someone, some ‘Good Samaritan’ took pity on one of the dogs and released it, leaving DBKU mayor Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai

Orchid will ‘bloom’: Abdul Karim

KUCHING: Malaysia’s orchid industry is relatively small com- pared to those in other coun- tries, but it has great potential to flourish. “The orchid is still a very niche product in Malaysia, with an export value of around US$3 mil- lion in 2017, according to Floral Daily,” said Tourism, Arts,

Orchids — a major tourist attraction

KUCHING: The remarkable growth of the floriculture industry in Malaysia over the years has stimulated ecotourism, especially in Sarawak which features an abundance of natural attractions. “Our beautiful elegant orchids and the colourful flowers offer major attractions to both local and international tourists,” said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari

Alluring displays of orchids at Apoc13

KUCHING: Visitors to the 13th Asia Pacific Orchid Conference (Apoc13) are enthralled by the alluring floral displays being showcased there. Sisters Lee McNicol, 72, and Laurine Belyea, 69, from Perth, Western Australia were amazed by the vibrant colours of the orchids, particularly the purples and mauves. “We are members of

Experiencing tourism via VR and AR

KUCHING: Tourism hotspots in Sarawak may soon be experienced via Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality technology developed by local start-up company Aerovetics Sdn Bhd. This is in line with the state government’s vision to position Sarawak as a major tourist destination using digital technology. The technology seeks to promote

Greater R&D on orchids in Sarawak

KUCHING: The 13th Asia Pacific Orchid Conference (Apoc13) will contribute towards greater research and development of orchids in Sarawak while also encouraging collaborative efforts between Asia Pacific countries to enhance the orchid industry. “I am confident that this event will help to promote Sarawak to orchid lovers around the world,”

Fatimah determined to set ministry on right path

KUCHING: Five months will be given to those involved in the Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Ministry to rectify financial management issues in relation to the Auditor-General’s (AG) Report 2018, says its minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. When reporters posed the question after she officiated a women

Fatimah wants gender inclusivity at all levels

KUCHING: It is crucial to encourage and empower women to be part of the workforce particularly as leaders at the decision-making level. “Gender inclusivity at all levels will ensure the diversity of skills and abilities which are important for the development of innovative ideas and approaches for progress in Sarawak

Waiting on Health Ministry’s probe result

KUCHING: Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah hopes that “ghost smoke” candies would not reach Sarawak. “This is under the jurisdiction of the Health Ministry, so we will wait for the outcome of their investigation,” she told reporters after officiating at Women Leadership

Fatimah worries about moral decline  

KUCHING: Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah is worried about declining moral values in our society following rampant violent crimes locally. “Last time, we seldom heard of murder cases. We did not hear much about domestic violence or sexual violence against children. “But