By Datin Shalini Amerasinghe Ganendra The correlation between Malay textile artistry and the cultural values embedded in its garment creation is evident. By examining the beauty, craft skills, and functional aspects of these garments, it underscores how each textile carries a story. Revisiting the Malay world through textiles and costumes:
KAPIT: Children in Kapit will soon have better access to higher education following the Sarawak government’s approval for the construction of a community college in the division. According to Baleh assemblyman, Nicholas Kudi Jantai, the state government has also approved the establishment of a MARA college in the area. “These
KUCHING: In conjunction with World Parkinson’s Day, the Kuching Parkinson’s Society (KPS) and the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) Sarawak Branch co-organised a public forum titled ‘Moving Forward with Parkinson’s’ at the Imperial Hotel Kuching yesterday. KPS President, Easter Sim, said that the goal of this forum is to highlight the
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his wife, Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang, today continued the Hari Raya Aidilfitri tradition of ‘berjarah’ (festive visiting). He visited the residence of Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Project Coordinator for Regional Development Agencies,
By MFA Abdullah A RECENT stir in Sarawak’s political waters has turned public attention towards the Sarawak Heart Centre in Kuching, following concerns raised by an opposition assemblywoman regarding the alleged absence of a cardiologist. Her remarks, which were widely shared and emotionally charged, sparked a flurry of reaction, understandably
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar officiated the Sarawak Southern Zone-level Prime Hajj Course 1446H/2025M at Masjid Jamek, here yesterday (Apr 12). He arrived around 8.30 pm accompanied by his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, and was welcomed by several dignitaries.
BY JASNITA AHMAD (INTERN) KUCHING: A vibrant Hari Raya Aidilfitri Ramah Tamah was held at Hong Leong Bank Mile 7 branch here, bringing everyone into a spirit of celebration. Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) Chairman, Tan Kai, officiated at the event. In his speech, he highlighted Sarawak’s rich culture of unity,
KUCHING: The Orang Ulu community is mourning the loss of a beloved matriarch, Datin Seri Devong Anyie, who passed away peacefully at 10.30am today at the Tajang Family Residence. Surrounded by her loved ones in her final moments, Devong leaves behind a profound legacy of compassion, community service, and cultural
SPAOH: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas reassured Spaoh sub-district folks that their long-awaited Sungai Paku bridge here will be completed by the end of this year. Speaking at a Hari Raya Aidilfitri gathering organised by the Kampung Spaoh community on Saturday, he said he had the assurance too
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg continued his Hari Raya Aidilfitri visits today, with a stop at the residence of renowned corporate leader, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Bustari Yusof. Abang Johari arrived at Bustari’s residence at around 12.15 p.m. Among notable guests present were Deputy Premier