Thursday, 29 May 2025

Author: Dayang Milliana

Sarawak Chinese Muslim Cultural Centre to be built

KUCHING: Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, has voiced strong support for the proposed establishment of the Sarawak Chinese Muslim Cultural Centre, describing it as a timely initiative that champions harmony, heritage and inclusivity. The proposal tabled by Persatuan Kebajikan Tiong Hua Islam Sarawak (PERKTHIS), was presented during a

Restoring one-third Sarawak, Sabah seats a constitutional obligation

KUCHING: Negotiations to restore one-third Parliamentary seats to Sarawak and Sabah is only a matter of formality. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Vice-President, Datuk Ibrahim Baki, said this is because the claim by the two regions is already a constitutional safeguard provided through Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and Inter-Government Committee

Satok set for Waterfront expansion, croc-safety projects

KUCHING: The Satok constituency will see a slew of new major and minor projects being carried out, said Datuk Ibrahim Baki. The Satok assemblyman revealed that the waterfront expansion project from Kampung Bintangor to Kampung Kudei Lama has been approved. He said works are expected to commence by year-end with

Young Kuching creatives redefine expression

KUCHING: There are moments when words fall short, when feelings run too deep for language to hold, and that’s when colours, sounds, and shapes rise to speak.  Some stories are too raw for paper, so they spill onto concrete walls in bursts of colour, or light up digital canvases that

World Art Day pays tribute to every form of art

FROM the strokes of a paintbrush to the rhythm of a dance, art has the power to challenge norms, inspire movements and ignite change. Art speaks the unspoken, amplifies silent voices and pictures a reimagined world. Hence World Art Day, celebrated annually on April 15, is more than a date

Football meets Baju Melayu: A Special Aidilfitri Celebration

KUCHING: It was not your typical football morning at Axis Kids Academy. With a blend of tradition and sports, young footballers took to the field wearing Baju Melayu and Baju Kurung, paired with football boots as part of the academy’s first-ever Majlis Ramah Tamah Aidilfitri celebration. The event brought together

Mohd Syafiq appointed youngest MBKS councillor

KUCHING: Mohd Syafiq Mohammad Razali has made history as the youngest-ever councillor appointed to the Council of the City of Kuching South (MBKS) for the 2025-2028 term. At just 28, the Kuching-born youth is no stranger to community engagement, having been actively involved in various grassroot initiatives over the years.

Lukouhub: Bringing Greek doughnuts to Borneo

KUCHING: Nestled in the city’s heart, Lukouhub has been making waves in the local dessert scene with its fresh take on Greek doughnuts. Traditionally drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon or nuts, these bite-sized treats have become a staple in Greek cuisine. The business, co-founded by Ronald Liew Jun

Balancing Aidilfitri joy with budget-savvy choices

KUCHING: With Hari Raya Aidilfitri just around the corner, Malaysians are preparing to celebrate with a mix of joy, reflection, and financial mindfulness. While some families opt for grand festivities, many are embracing a more modest approach, focusing on the true essence of the celebration, namely family, tradition, and togetherness.