KUCHING: A state leader has brushed aside suggestions that additional components be incorporated into the current focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee feels it is best to maintain the present emphasis on these subjects. “Some
A PERCEIVED lack of Orang Ulu voices in the burgeoning Dayak music industry is prompting calls for more aspiring singers, especially from the the Kayan and Kenyah community, to come onboard. Among those encouraging them to step forward is veteran singer and cultural advocate from the Kayan community, Rosiana Urai,
SANTUBONG: Sarawak is experiencing a major tourism boom, with the state recording over RM1 billion in tourism receipts each month over the past four months.Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said, this trend highlights Sarawak’s rising popularity as a travel destination.It also reflects
SANTUBONG: Sarawak is not entertaining any thoughts about moving the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) out of Sarawak.Doing so may make commercial sense but Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah is convinced that there is greater value in hosting it here like always.Now
SANTUBONG: The performances by the legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire tonight (Saturday, second day of the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2025) here will give emphasis to the theme of love uniting people through music. One of the band members, Timothy Tyrone Owen, said love in harmony brings timeless
KUCHING: The annual Jagannath Ratha Yatra, a vibrant celebration showcasing Sarawak’s rich tapestry of unity and cultural harmony, drew participants from diverse backgrounds in a strong reflection of the state’s commitment to inclusivity and mutual respect. Batu Kitang assemblyman Lo Khere Chiang said the event serves as a reminder of
KUCHING: Malaysians celebrate Father’s Day today. According to Mental Health Association of Sarawak (MHAS), Kuching Branch Chairman, Dr Ng Boon Seng, Father’s Day is an opportune time to acknowledge the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by fathers. “While the day traditionally celebrates fatherhood, it also serves as a reminder of
KUCHING: A father’s influence on a child’s life is profound and multifaceted. This is attested by Reverend Ivor Lim, an Anglican priest at St Faith’s Church here. Interviewed by Sarawak Tribune in conjunction with Father’s Day, Lim said his late dad was a significant influence in his commitment to serve
SANTUBONG: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is intensifying efforts to advocate for comprehensive mental health support, particularly for men, in recognition of their often-overlooked challenges and responsibilities. Its Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, said there are increasing pressures faced by fathers today, who must juggle roles as
SANTUBONG: Mental health issues and suicide tendencies in Sarawak are showing alarming trends that require comprehensive and continuous intervention, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. She said that although many cases go unreported, swift actions by rescuers – including the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba)
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