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Melbourne, FL 32935 Last Updated: 10/03/08 08:46:36 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 75% Barometer: 29. (Florida Today)
SBC plans two more projects Sep 24, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: SBC Corp Bhd aims to launch two mixed development projects with an estimated total gross development value (GDV) of RM800mil by next year in southern Selangor and along Jalan Kuching, Kuala Lumpur. We estimate our future projects over the next five years, inclusive of these two projects, to have total GDV in excess of RM1bil, said managing director Sia Teong Heng after the companys AGM yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
In the eye of a storm Sep 19, 2008
"It took us a while to come to terms and go from Anwar who was education minister and actually did a lot of damage to the Chinese school system, to the new reformist Anwar," said Dominique Ng, a Kuching lawyer who won a Sarawak state seat for Anwar's party in March. Ng is convinced "the new Anwar can be the one who saves Malaysia". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Google May Move Supercomputers Offshore Sep 16, 2008
Alan, Kuching, Malaysia. The corrosive effects of salty sea air are a problem for hinges on boats (as well as on all other metal and near-metal parts). (Newsmax)
11th Battalion personnel perform religious duties Sep 15, 2008
KUCHING: Some 600 personnel of the 11th Battalion Royal Malay Regiment and their family members paid their zakat fitrah at Semenggok Camp here recently ... Dutiful: Lt Kol Semaon (standing centre) witnsessing his men paying the zakat fitrah to Pte Mohd Fitri (left) and Kapt Ustaz Khairul (second from left) at Semenggok Camp in Kuching recently. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Anwar steps up heat for political change Sep 15, 2008
The former deputy prime minister is working hard to convince ruling party MPs to defect, writes Hamish McDonald in Kuching, Malaysia ... Barisan MPs have spent their careers under the domination of strong leaders, Dr Mahathir in Kuala Lumpur, and in, Kuching, Sarawak's chief minister of the past 27 years, Taib Mahmud. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Communicating the message Sep 14, 2008
The FFF will continue over the next three weekends of September in Johor Baru, Penang and Kuching ... FFF is still on: Today in Johor Baru (Tropical Inn) Sept 19-21 in Kuching (Old Court House) Sept 26-28 in Penang (Wawasan Open University). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Off to Europe to counter oil palm smear campaign Sep 4, 2008
KUCHING: A high-level Malaysian delegation would meet with non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Europe next week in an effort to counter what it said was a smear campaign against the oil palm industry. Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) general manager Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the delegation would have roundtable talks with NGOs in the Hague, Brussels and London. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
CapitaLand to seize potential in real estate market Sep 3, 2008
In service residences, CapitaLands The Ascott Group owns and manages seven properties with a total of 814 units in Kuala Lumpur and Kuching. The company plans to list its RM2bil real estate investment trust on Bursa Malaysia and hopes to receive the go-ahead from the authorities by the fourth quarter. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
International base jumping event at KL Tower attracts a lot of spectators Sep 2, 2008
The KL Tower International Jump Malaysia circuits kicked off at Menara Pelita in Kuching on Aug 3, before moving onto other towers in Sarawak, Sabah, Kedah and Penang with KL Tower and Menara TM as the finale spots. The annual event held in conjunction with the countrys National Day, attracted about 450 base jumpers. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Welcome to the Seldom Seen Sights of Asia -- Traveler-author Kenneth Michael Brophy Opens His Photo Journal of Beautiful Places and Scenic Sights Aug 27, 2008
He has a summer home in South Paris, Maine, a winter home in Port Charlotte, Florida, and spends considerable time with the Foo clan in Kuching, Malaysia. He spent 2004, 2005, and 2006 in Iraq designing and building schools, power plants, primary healthcare clinics, and hospitals. (Primezone Releases)
Ex-servicemen get bravery medals Aug 24, 2008
KUCHING: Fifteen former military servicemen from Sarawak were conferred the Pingat Jasa Malaysia at a memorial service for local and Commonwealth war veterans at the Warriors Monument here yesterday ... Honouring soldiers: Muhammad Salahuddin laying a wreath at the Warriors Monument in Kuching yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Military vets honoured Aug 23, 2008
KUCHING: Fifteen ex-military servicemen from Sarawak were conferred the Pingat Jasa Malaysia at a memorial service for local and Commonwealth war veterans at the Warriors Monument here on Saturday. The veterans, who had served in various parts of the country during the Communist insurgency and the Confrontation, received their medals from Sarawak Governor Tun Abang Muhammad Salahuddin Abang Barieng. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Naim buying project manager Aug 23, 2008
KUCHING: Naim Cendera Holdings Bhd is in talks to acquire an integrated project management firm which currently has 11 projects worth over RM1bil ... 3bil Kuching flood mitigation project, he said Naim expected to receive a letter of award any time now ... He said the delay in the award of projects, like the Kuching flood mitigation, had also adversely affected the revenue contribution of the construction arm to the group. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Munir: MAS remains focused on cost savings Aug 22, 2008
KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is not looking to expand its routes at present as it is still focusing on cost savings in the face of high fuel prices. Chairman Tan Sri Dr Munir Majid said the impact of higher fuel prices alone cost the airline an extra RM780mil in the last quarter ended June 30. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
New KK International Airport terminal opens Tuesday Aug 17, 2008
In comparison, the number of passengers passing through the Kuching and Penang airports in 2007 was about 3 million. For this year, MAB was anticipating that up to 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Another first for AirAsia Aug 16, 2008
AirAsia now serves three international destinations from Indonesia; Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching), Thailand (Bangkok) and Singapore in addition to eight Indonesian domestic routes from Jakarta, said Dharmadi. A first: Dharmadi (second from left), Fernandes and Yam posing with CAAS staff. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Director charged with making false statement Aug 14, 2008
He was charged in the Sessions Court in Kuching with making a false statement to the commission under Section 364(2) of the Companies Act at the Commissioner of Oath s office in Jalan Rubber, Kuching, on March 19, 2007. He faces a second charge under Section 125(1) of the Company Act, of acting as a director of AGA Project Management Sdn Bhd while still an undischarged bankrupt. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Suhakam to organise dialogue on 12 dams Aug 12, 2008
KUCHING: The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) will bring various stakeholders together in a dialogue session next month to discuss the proposed in Sarawak. Its commissioner Datuk Dr Denison Jayasooria said the dialogue would provide an opportunity for government agencies and relevant parties to openly discuss the projects and their implications. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Foster spirit of volunteerism, urges Jeanne Aug 11, 2008
KUCHING: Datin Seri Jeanne Abdullah has called on fellow wives of Barisan Nasional elected representatives to set an example in fostering the spirit of volunteerism. Jeanne, the Prime Minister's wife, said many social problems in the country such as neglected old folk, abandoned babies and addiction to drugs needed to be given attention. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
MAS inks deal with Tabung Haji Aug 8, 2008
The other locations are from Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Baru, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. Meanwhile, Tengku Azmil said the price of oil and jet fuel remained high at current levels. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Start of year-long festivities to mark Sarawaks freedom Aug 5, 2008
Themed Sarawaks Progress in Malaysia, the celebration was launched at the State Stadium in Kuching by Governor Tun Abang Muhammad Salahuddin Abang Barieng, with Chief Minister Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud and other state Cabinet members in attendance. They were welcomed into the stadium by dancers in traditional costumes who the carried past and present Sarawak flags. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
MAS serving hot meals in boxes Aug 5, 2008
Hot meal boxes are currently offered on domestic flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Kuching, Miri and Kota Kinabalu, as well as on Asean flights between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, Yangon, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Jogjakarta, Phuket, Bandar Seri Begawan, Denpasar, Hanoi, Jakarta, Manila, Siem Reap, Surabaya and Singapore. More News lect> Go. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Weather: Partly cloudy, afternoon storms likely Jul 30, 2008
Melbourne, FL 32940 Last Updated: 07/30/08 08:45:41 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 97% Barometer: 30. (Florida Today)
Borneo: Both sides of border Jul 29, 2008
Indonesias regions have been left to fend for themselves, raising funds for vital infrastructure development from limited local capacity (The Star Online, Malaysia)
New record made with longest layer cake Jul 26, 2008
KUCHING: A layer cake measuring 45ft (13 ... The attempt was endorsed by Malaysia Book of Records officer Yap Chee Kong, who presented the certificate to Chief Minister Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud at the display of the cake in conjunction with an Entrepreneurs Expo at the Kuching Waterfront on Saturday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Rainforest Festival a ragtag affair Jul 20, 2008
This year's Rainforest World Music Festival at Sarawak Cultural Village, a one-hour drive from Kuching city in Malaysian Borneo, surely lived up to its reputation in more ways than one. Although it got off to a bad start when it rained the first night, the show went on regardless. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Ahmad, Steffira make it a double joy for Sabah Jul 19, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: Youngsters Ahmad Azraei Tamring and Steffira Zeandea Greater made it a double joy for Sabah by winning the boys and girls Under-12 titles in the SportExcel-NSC-Milo East Malaysia Junior Circuit at the Riverside Superbowl in Kuching yesterday. The duo showed nerves of steel to emerge as the winners of the Sarawak-leg, which attracted 43 boys and 34 girls in the one-day competition. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Boating: Sarawak Regatta goes national Jul 14, 2008
KUCHING: The popular Sarawak Regatta, which offers a rich purse of RM230,000 to winners, goes national this year ... She said two other new categories inter-varsity, and government and corporate agencies (both 20 paddlers) had also been introduced in the annual event at the Kuching Waterfront from Aug 1 to 3. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Yunus stumped by his teams form Jul 8, 2008
Terengganus cause was not helped by a surprise 1-2 defeat by Sarawak in Kuching last Thursday ... The dropped points at home and the defeat in Kuching have left us with no choice but to go for broke and win the remaining five matches. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Global ensemble Jul 7, 2008
Heidi, who has resided in Kuching since the 1960s and who last year authored Music Without Borders, a coffee-table book commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Rainforest World Music Festival, says she for one, is looking forward to RWMF2008 ... Get your tickets online at or at Visitors Information Centres in Kuching (082-410 944), Sibu (084-340 980) and Miri (085-434 180). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Football: Red Giants on fire Jul 4, 2008
In another Group A match in Kuching, Sarawak snatched a surprise 2-1 over Terengganu at the Sarawak Stadium. Arshad Ayub scored the winner for the home team in stoppage time from the penalty spot. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
KL to get preview of Rainforest Festival Jul 3, 2008
KUCHING: Preview shows will be held in Kuala Lumpur and here to give music lovers a taste of the annual Rainforest World Music Festival, which kicks off at the Sarawak Cultural Village near here on July 11. Sheldon Blackman and The Love Circle from Trinidad and Tobago and local band Akasha will perform in the first preview show at Borneo Rainforest Cafe in the federal capital on Saturday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
MyTeam win again Jul 1, 2008
In Group A, Negri Sembilan fought back from a goal down to edge Sarawak 2-1 in Kuching. Striker Mohd Zaquan Abdul Razak scored the winner in stoppage time of the match. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Kamdar to add new stores and start franchise scheme Jun 28, 2008
Over the next two months, Kamdar will open its first two stores in Sabah and Sarawak - one each in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. The company is also waiting for the green light from local authorities for an outlet in Taiping, Perak. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Sarawak still keen on stake in Bakun project Jun 27, 2008
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is still interested to take up equity interest in Sarawak Hidro Sdn Bhd, owner of the Bakun hydroelectric dam project, if the terms are favourable, said Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr George Chan Hong Nam. He said the state government had previously asked for a substantial stake in Sarawak Hidro but this had not been considered. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
9MP mid-term review highlights (updated) Jun 26, 2008
Upgrading of Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Terengganu and Labuan airports. Construction of Seremban-Gemas and Ipoh-Padang Besar electrified double tracking rail projects. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Maxis expanding network coverage Jun 26, 2008
KUCHING: Maxis Communications Bhd, which has some 10 million subscribers, is investing about RM400mil this year to expand its network coverage in Malaysia. Chief operating officer Jon Eddy Abdullah said the amount represented about 40% of the companys total RM1bil budget for this year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Cheaper in the peninsula Jun 22, 2008
Ikan kembung hitam and hijau (local) cost only RM6 in Kuching and Kota Kinabalu while in Seremban, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Baru and Alor Star they cost between RM7. 50 to RM10 per kg.. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Volkswagen dealer plans RM6m outlet Jun 20, 2008
KUCHING: Ismaco Automotive Sdn Bhd will invest RM6mil to build a full-fledged Volkswagen (VW) 3S centre here. The proposed centre will be the first in Malaysia to incorporate VWs latest corporate identity design, depicting the values of the new Das Auto brain claim, which was recently unveiled in Germany. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Cold Storage in east Malaysia Jun 13, 2008
KUCHING: Supermarket chain Cold Storage has spread its wings to east Malaysia with the opening of its first store in Green Heights Mall near to the Kuching Airport ... He said the Kuching store was the fourth Cold Storage outlet opened this year after Putrajaya, Malacca and Kuala Lumpur. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
FAO: soaring food prices worsen incidences of poverty Jun 10, 2008
It brought about a new pattern of localized persistence of poverty, even in China and India which generally performed extremely well in terms of overall economic growth and reduction in the number of poor, FAO Assistant Director-General He Changchai said at the opening of the 22nd Session of the Asia and Pacific Commission on Agricultural Statistics (APCAS) in Kuching, capital of Malaysia's eastern Sarawak state. "Generally, the poor are living in marginalized areas with poor resource endowments... (Xinhua)
Malaysia to have database on agriculture statistics Jun 9, 2008
KUCHING: A comprehensive database for agriculture statistics in the country is being developed, said Malaysia Chief Statistician Wan Ramlah Wan Abdul Raof. She said the Statistics Department was working together with the Agriculture and Agro-based Industry and the Plantation Industries and Commodities ministries to come up with the database which could be shared with other government agencies. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
News in brief Jun 7, 2008
In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, KKB said the contract was for the construction of a proposed warehouse and office extension on sublot 1 of the subdivision of parent lots 749 and 1557, Block 218 KLND, Kuching, Sarawak. Bernama. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Sarawak to raise transport cost issue with PM Jun 6, 2008
KUCHING: Sarawak will discuss with the Federal Government ways to minimise the adverse impact of the higher fuel and food prices in the rural areas. Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Alfred Jabu said the state government would raise the issue of high transportation costs in sending fuel and food to smaller towns and remote areas with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi during his working visit here on Tuesday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
AirAsia adding new flights and routes Jun 4, 2008
We would like to fly into Singapore from Penang, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. These routes would be profitable for us and it would affect us badly if we do not get them. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Govt to review specialist allowances May 31, 2008
KUCHING: A proposal has been made by the Health Ministry to review allowances for specialists to keep them in government service. Health Minister Datuk Liow Tiong Lai said it would also include those from other disciplines, including dental and public health. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Chan appointed mayor of Kuching May 29, 2008
KUCHING: Businessman James Chan Khay Syn, 58, has been appointed the new city south mayor ... Chan's appointment came nine months after the sudden death Chong Ted Tsiung, who was Kuchings first non-politician mayor. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Student demonstrations against planned fuel price increases May 29, 2008
ALIM Kuching, Malaysia. Personally, I fully support such a reasonable action (the demonstrations) since there is nothing we can do to make our stubborn, cold-blooded, heartless government change its decision on fuel price increases. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Funds needed to upgrade East Malaysian schools May 28, 2008
KUCHING: Rural and island schools in Sarawak and Sabah need more funds to upgrade their basic amenities as well as teachers' quarters and hostel facilities. These schools are also lacking in information and communication technology (ICT) facilities, said Sarawak and Sabah joint Teacher Unions Association chairman William Ghani Bina. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Malaysias competitiveness ranking goes up May 27, 2008
KUCHING: Malaysias overall world competitiveness ranking has improved by four rungs to 19th out of 55 economies, said Malaysia Productivity Corporation director-general Datuk Nik Zainiah Nik Abdul Rahman ... For three consecutive years, Malaysia was the preferred nation for foreign investors to come in to do business, said Zainiah when opening the corporations Updates of Malaysias Competitiveness 2008 seminar at the Kuching Hilton on Tuesday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Respite from the city May 25, 2008
THE MALAYSIA-CHINA FRIENDSHIP GARDEN, KUCHING, SARAWAK. Built to commemorate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries in 2004, it is designed in the styles of Malaysia and China. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Suara Keadilan's English edition out in a month May 23, 2008
KUCHING: Parti Keadilan Rakyat's (PKR) newsletter - Suara Keadilan, will soon have its English and Chinese editions. PKR information chief Tian Chua said the English and Chinese editions, which would have different contents from the present Bahasa Malaysia and Tamil editions, were expected to be available within a month. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Khaider tells why he quits as Sarawak FA president May 14, 2008
KUCHING: Khaider Ahmad Zaidell, who quit as the FA of Sarawak (FAS) president last week, has described the association as being in deep financial trouble and a sunken ship that is still deeply rooted at the bottom of the sea. Breaking his silence after submitting his resignation letter to the FAS last Friday, the 61-year-old lawyer said the endless financial problems faced by the association were the main reason for him to quit after holding the post for nine months. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Shell plans 40 outlets in 2008 May 14, 2008
We are looking at some sites in Kuching and Miri at the moment, he said at the launch of Shell FuelSave Challenge yesterday. Mohzani, who is also the managing director for Shell Timur Sdn Bhd, said the new petrol stations would be owned by Shell Malaysia or dealers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Sarawak aiming to be Sukma champs May 13, 2008
KUCHING: Sarawak is eyeing 74 gold medals and is determined to recapture the overall championship title in the Sukma (Sukan Malaysia) games which begin in Terengganu on May 31. State Social Development and Urbanisation Minister Datuk William Mawan Ikom said the state would be represented by its biggest ever contingent of 605 athletes to the biennial national games. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sarawak plans power supply to peninsula May 9, 2008
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) will sell 8,000MW of electricity annually to Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) by 2030 for use in Peninsular Malaysia. SEB chairman Datuk Abdul Hamed Sepawi said 3,000MW would be supplied to TNB annually between 2017 and 2020, and this would be increased by 5,000MW annually from 2021 until 2030. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Internal auditors urged to be more professional May 6, 2008
KUCHING: Internal auditors need to be more professional than ever and continually upgrade their skills and qualifications, Chief Minister Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud said. He said they needed to keep pace with changes in the corporate world as companies get bigger and expectations are higher. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Singapore and Sarawak air/hotel, from $1,899 May 2, 2008
Next, it's on to Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, Malaysia's largest state, located in the northwestern part of the island of Borneo ... The hotel not only boasts a panoramic view of the city and the Kuching waterfront, but it's also near the Sarawak Cultural Village and a shopping complex and has a pool and recreation courts ... While in Kuching, you'll take a tour that covers the large cat statue that spawned the nickname Cat City as well as Tua Pek Kong Temple and the , where you can view... (MSNBC -- Travel)
China looks at Malaysia to develop halal industry May 2, 2008
KUCHING: China, which has more than 18 million Muslims, is looking to Malaysian companies for collaboration to develop its halal food and consumer goods industries. Vice-Consul (Economic and Commercial) of the China Consulate in Kuching Ma Yu said the Chinese Government had provided preferential policies and financial support to foreign investors in the development of the halal food and consumer goods industries in the country's western region ... It has set up a halal food and goods industrial... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Practise good hygiene to keep foot and mouth disease at bay May 2, 2008
KUCHING: Sarawak is stepping up prevention and control measures for hand foot and mouth disease (HFMD) following recent outbreaks in Singapore and China. Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr George Chan said the state health department's routine HFMD surveillance showed that 1,729 cases of the disease had been reported as of April 26 this year, including three small, localised outbreaks. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Sarawak doing well in extending nature reserves Apr 23, 2008
KUCHING: Sarawak has established a network of protected areas which surpassed the World Conservation Union's requirement of 10% of its total land area, said Chief Minister Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud ... The state is making great progress in extending and managing its protected area network,'' he added Wednesday in a speech to open the second Association for Tropical Biology and Conservation Asia-Pacific Chapter conference at Kuching Hilton. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Sign of corruption in Malaysian game? Apr 22, 2008
All I can say is that they were punished for indiscipline, said Kunju when contacted in Kuching yesterday. However, according to reliable sources, other players in the team were also suspected to be on the take and that each player had received RM20,000 to fix the result of a game. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Anwar not on fishing trip to East Malaysia Apr 20, 2008
Anwar is scheduled to be in Kuching on Thursday. More News lect. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Football: National junior league to kick off next week Apr 16, 2008
SMK Mutiara Impian, Seberang Prai (Penang), SMK Clifford, K. Kangsar (Perak), SMK Section 11, Shah Alam (Selangor), SMK Seberang Temerloh (Pahang), SMK Datuk Abdullah, Rembau (N. Sembilan), SMK Dato Dol Said, Alor Gajah (Malacca), SMK Tasek Utara (Johor), SMK Putera, K. Baru (Kelantan), SMK Bukit Nenas, Setiu (Terengganu), SMK Keningau II (Sabah), SMK Tabuan Jaya, Kuching (Sarawak), SMK Raja Abdullah, Kepong (K. Lumpur). FAM general secretary Datuk Azzuddin Ahmad said it was a good move by the... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
