Monday, 30 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

WAK Festival to have satellite mini-festivals in Sibu, Miri

KUCHING: The What About Kuching (WAK) Festival 2024 which is in its sixth edition will have satellite mini-festivals in Sibu and Miri. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the inclusion of the two satellite mini festivals will extend the cultural extravaganza to

Community leaders impressed by retreat design

SEMATAN: Community leaders have applauded the establishment of Mount Kuwai Retreat here which is heavily influenced by Kenyah architecture and designs. The Mount Kuwai Retreat’s structure has been influenced by the ethnic group’s artwork and displays traditional items such as the Orang Ulu sun hats which are made by the

Longhouse-style gateaway beckons tourists

SEMATAN: Mount Kuwai Retreat invites local and international visitors to experience the longhouse concept gateaway. Approximately one hour and 30 minutes’ drive to Telok Serabang from the city, Mount Kuwai Retreat is nestled around thick jungle and it is only a walking distance to the beach. This is an experience

Kuching plays host to 16 nations in ITF World Junior qualifier

KUCHING: The 2024 International Tennis Federation (ITF) World Junior Team Competition Under-14 Asia/Oceania Final Qualifying tournament kicks off as girls from 16 nations endure six days of intense matches of tennis. The bright blue sky that loomed over Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) centre at Crookshank Road this morning was

Clan’s contributions to education, welfare praised

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has lauded the Sarawak Pui Clan Association for its dedication to fostering academic excellence through education awards. This initiative, according to Yap, plays a vital role in motivating the youth towards achieving greater academic success. Highlighting the broader impact, he said that nurturing a

Youth praised for bazaar cleanliness

KUCHING: The mentality among youth towards cleanliness at stalls and bazaars has improved, according to Datuk Lo Khere Chiang. “I would like to congratulate the youth; they have adopted a mindset that contributes significantly to the cleanliness in the bazaars. “If we visit Japan or South Korea, we’ll notice that

Meditel Ramadan Bazaar draws more people this year

KUCHING: The Meditel Ramadan Bazaar 2024, which offers various choices of food and beverages, has attracted more people in its third edition. Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) deputy director Wan Samsulri Wan Hasbi has credited better arrangement of stalls, which has benefitted visitors and food lovers alike. “This year’s bazaar Ramadan

Idris Jala’s golden rules for corporate success

KUCHING: In a recent episode of the podcast series “The Game of Impossible”, Leon Jala delves into a deep discussion with his father, Datuk Seri Idris Jala, about the latter’s extensive experience in the corporate realm, focusing on leadership, people management, and corporate strategy. Idris, 65, who is currently taking