Saturday, 28 March 2026

Author: Dayang Milliana

Tajang Laing’s legacy stretches beyond the riverbanks

KUCHING: As his 100th birthday approaches, Datuk Seri Bo’ Tajang Laing no longer moves as quickly as he once did. His hands, once steady enough to carve wood and build sape, now tremble slightly when he shifts in his seat. But when he speaks about Sarawak, especially about education and

Jalan Padungan unveils murals for 100-year milestone

KUCHING: Jalan Padungan here welcomed a splash of colour and nostalgia as seven new heritage murals were unveiled in celebration of the street’s 100th anniversary. Painted by Sarawak artist, Leonard Siaw, the murals were launched by Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah,

‘Kelam Carbut Belia’ shapes future-ready youth entrepreneurs

KUCHING: The ‘Kelam Carbut Belia’ initiative organised by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Youth N6 Tupong has emerged as a high-impact platform aimed at strengthening inclusive community development, with a strong focus on youth and women empowerment. More than just a trading event, the programme was designed to stimulate the

SESCO reinforces safety measures following cable damage incidents

KUCHING: Repeated incidents of underground cable damage linked to ongoing construction works, particularly under the Kuching Urban Transportation (KUT) Project, have prompted SESCO Bhd to reinforce safety awareness among contractors and developers. In 2025, 48 cases of underground cable damage were recorded, resulting in unplanned electricity disruptions in several areas

‘My Grandparents, My Heroes’ poster design contest launched

KUCHING: Kuching South City Council’s (MBKS) has provided a platform for children to express their love, appreciation and emotions towards their grandparents through art. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng introduced a poster design competition titled ‘My Grandparents, My Heroes’ at a media conference here on Thursday. Organised as part of

MBKS launches intergenerational fashion show to unite generations

KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) launched the ‘Two Ages, One Runway: A Generation Fashion Show’ initiative aimed at strengthening intergenerational bonds and promoting an inclusive, family-oriented community on Thursday. This initiative places children and senior citizens at the heart of community engagement, reflecting MBKS’ commitment to social harmony,

Young entrepreneur brings ‘hotteok’ to Sarawak 

KUCHING: What began as a Ramadan experiment has grown into a promising food venture for Nurfarahin Shazwani, a young entrepreneur who introduced Korean hotteok pancakes with a local twist to Sarawak’s food scene. Hotteok, a popular Korean street snack traditionally filled with cinnamon sugar and peanuts, is still relatively unfamiliar

Tabby Gastronomy Introduces story-driven seasonal menus

KUCHING: Tabby Gastronomy is positioning itself as a distinctive dining venue in the city by introducing curated menus that highlight the personal culinary stories of its staff, alongside new innovations aimed at enhancing the overall dining experience. Having operated for just over a year, the restaurant is developing menus that

30 underprivileged families receive aid

LUNDU: A total of 30 heads of households in Kampung Pueh Kenek received basic food assistance through the Sentuhan Kasih Belia Programme organised by Kelab Belia Gagasan Inspirasi Bandar Kuching here on Saturday. This initiative aims to ease the cost-of-living burden faced by underprivileged families, particularly in rural areas. Each

Tourism Malaysia salutes industry players, media for support

KUCHING: Tourism Malaysia took time out to honour the contributions of industry players and media practitioners to Sarawak’s tourism sector this year at an appreciation dinner here on Friday (Dec 12). Its Sarawak Director, Rubiah Tul’Adwiyah Md Yusof extended her gratitude to tour operators, hoteliers, airlines, product owners, associations, and