‘ A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.’– American historian, Henry Brooks Adam My friends, a belated Happy Teachers’ Day to all of you. Malaysia celebrated Teachers’ Day three days ago —on May 16. It was a special day for the appreciation of teachers and
‘A mother’s love is more beautiful than any fresh flower.’ – American physician, philosopher, and author, Debasish Mridha Happy Mother’s Day to you all, my friends. Today is a special day to recognise and honour mothers and mother figures. I wonder when was the first Mother’s Day celebrated in Malaysia
‘Growing apart doesn’t change the fact that for a long time we grew side by side; our roots will always be tangled. I’m glad for that.’ — American author, Ally Condie My friends, when was the last time you attended a class reunion or met your former classmates and schoolmates?
‘Death never comes at the right time, despite what mortals believe. Death always comes like a thief.’ – Bestselling young adult novelist, Christopher Pike in “The Last Vampire.” MALAYSIA is currently mourning the deaths of ten Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) officers and personnel who perished when a Maritime Operations Helicopter (HOM) and
‘These crocodiles are becoming bolder and entering urban areas, possibly due to population growth and other factors.’ – Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. IN the tourism world, Sarawak is well known as the “Land of the Hornbills”. Hornbills, you see, are important cultural symbols for
KUCHING: More good news from the Premier. Gedong is poised to see further transformation as the Sarawak government prepares to construct a deep seaport in Tanjung Embang. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the deep seaport would be built on reclaimed land. “We are planning to build
‘It is a time when friends and neighbours, regardless of race and faith, bond with each other again, to celebrate friendship and solidarity.’ – Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas MY friends, how was the Hari Raya Aidilfitri for you? Did you have a good time, playing host to
‘Men are like wine. Some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age.’ – Pope John XXIII MANY happy returns of the day to all of you who are celebrating your birthdays today. May you have all the love your heart can hold, all the happiness and blessings that
‘The beauty of the cross and our crucified Lord cannot be easily fathomed by human mind or by barely reading scriptures in bits, but by careful reading of entire scripture in the spirit which will in turn engulf one with wisdom and love.’ ― Author, Henrietta Newton Martin LAST Friday, I
‘The best music is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with.’ — American singer-songwriter and guitarist, Bruce Springsteen My friends, do you listen to the radio every day? I do, especially when I’m in my car. I listen to the radio, particularly Lite FM, a lot