KUCHING: The spirit of community and heritage came alive in Kampung Buntal as the ‘Juh Ngambal’ programme drew strong participation from residents and local youth on Saturday. It was a joint collaboration between the Youth Movement of N.4 Pantai Damai and the Village Chiefs Committee (JKKK) of Kampung Buntal. The
TJD: A safe haven for MMA enthusiasts KUCHING: In a quiet corner tucked inside Matang Jaya, a modest training space has become a second home for a growing community of mixed martial arts (MMA) enthusiasts. For many, Tempur Jarak Dekat (TJD) is more than just a gym. It is a
KUCHING: The Matang Jaya Community Programme 2025 brought residents together in a lively celebration of unity and spirit at Masjid Al-Abyad, Taman Matang Jaya last Sunday (Oct 5). Jointly organised by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Taman Matang Jaya, KRT Taman Matang Jaya, JKKK Taman Matang Jaya, and JKP Masjid
KUCHING: The second edition of the SPMSTAR Workshop, held here on Sept 20-21, saw SPM candidates getting the heads-up on motivation and exam strategies. It brought together students from across the region for academic sessions, motivational talks, and interactive activities aimed at boosting exam readiness, confidence and resilience. The programme
BORN with a fascination for technology and gaming, Afiq Fadhli Narawi has grown into one of Sarawak’s most dynamic figures in technology, esports and youth development. Today, he stands at the helm of a burgeoning digital ecosystem in Sarawak, taking on greater responsibilities: Director of Metadise Sdn Bhd, President of
KUCHING: When you hear the name Annur, you might imagine traditional Islamic products, perhaps olive oil, minyak attar or items steeped in cultural and religious heritage. But for its founder and operations manager, Nurul Aisha Halmi, 29, a young Sarawakian entrepreneur, the goal has always been to challenge that expectation
KUCHING: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu remains underappreciated and relatively unknown among the people here. This is despite it being practised in Petra Jaya for years, said Tupong PBB Youth chief, Harith Sulhie. “That’s one reason we’re bringing it to light,” he said at an Aerobics, Karate and Jiu-Jitsu Demonstration Programme held at
KUCHING: Over 300 students from across Kuching and beyond gathered under one roof at Wisma SABATI here today for the Tandak Melayu Sarawak Workshop, a cultural workshop organised in conjunction with the Kenyalang Bersaok Youth Category Competition that will take place on August 24. The workshop, hosted by Kenyalang Prodigy
KUCHING: Renowned Islamic scholar and international speaker, Ismail ibn Musa Menk, better known as Mufti Menk, made a special short visit to Kuching as part of the Petra Jaya Da’wah Expedition 1447H / 2025M. It was a collaborative effort organised by Jabatan Agama Islam Sarawak (JAIS), Petra Jaya Service Centre,
A SCRIPT is not just about structure or clever dialogue; it must carry the voice and the soul of its writer. This was the message delivered by renowned Malaysian director, actress and scriptwriter Erma Fatima during the ICON Talk session titled ‘Skrip Tak Laku? Siapa Salah?’ held at CENTEXS Santubong.
