GEDONG: Viviene Voon was crowned as the Kumang Gawai 2023 in a beauty pageant held during the Gedong District Gawai Day 2023 celebration. The event took place on Saturday evening (June 18). Voon received a cash prize of RM1,500, along with a trophy and a certificate for her achievement. Merryssa
BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI MUKAH: Sarawak showcases its progress through a digital exhibition as part of the 60th Independence anniversary celebration. Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, said that the purpose of the event was to deepen our understanding of Sarawak’s development. Hanifah said, through the digital exhibition,
A female police officer has been taken into custody following two separate investigations as a result of her involvement in heated disputes with her fellow colleagues which went viral on social media. Hussein Omar Khan, the Chief of Police in Selangor, confirmed that the inspector was initially summoned to the
BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI & ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: The Chinese History Museum, located at the Kuching Waterfront in Kuching, has become a popular place to visit for both local residents and tourists. After a temporary closure for maintenance, the museum recently reopened to the public on May 30. Originally built
DARO: A detailed study needs to be conducted because managing an airline company is not cheap and involves significant capital expenditure, said Datuk Abdullah Saidol. The Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information, and UKAS) said that while he personally supports it, a detailed study needs to be
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the mesmerising Museum of the Moon exhibition by renowned artist, Luke Jerram, at the Borneo Cultural Museum. This groundbreaking moon showcase marks a historic first for Malaysia, captivating visitors from June 17th to August 5th. The centrepiece of the exhibition is a massive replica
KUCHING: All eligible recipients are encouraged to make full use of the Madani Medical Scheme initiative, which provides free treatment for low-income families (B40) from private general practitioner (GP) clinics. Bandar Kuching Member of Parliament (MP) Dr Kelvin Yii, who welcomed the Ministry of Health’s initiative, said that Kuching was selected
KUCHING: Sarawak Government aspires for the Sarawak Delta to be recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark as it has the potential to drive the socio-economic development of Sarawak. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said one of the main strategic objectives of a geopark is to stimulate economic activities
Book title: What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About FatISBN: 9780807041307Author: Aubrey GordonPublisher: Beacon PressPublication Year: 2020 By Abidgail Merta Ganggang We need a world that insists upon safety and dignity for all of us — not because we are beautiful, healthy, blameless, exceptional, or beyond reproach, but
BY LILIANA SHERYN KUCHING: Fathers play multifaceted roles in their children’s lives. They are mentors, providers, caregivers and friends. Their unconditional love and unwavering support help shape the future of their children and leave an indelible mark on their hearts. From teaching life lessons and imparting wisdom to creating cherished