Friday, 5 December 2025

Author: Jacqueline David

Pullman Kuching partners with Kuching Autistic Association for Christmas tree light-up

KUCHING: Pullman Hotel Kuching ushered in the festive season with its annual Christmas tree light-up through a collaboration with the Kuching Autistic Association (KAA). Nearly 200 invited guests, including community leaders, corporate partners, media and influencers, gathered at the hotel’s newly renovated lobby for an evening themed around connection, inclusivity

‘No More Silo’ approach in unity building efforts

KUCHING: The Sarawak government has emphasised the urgent need to adopt a ‘No More Silo’ approach in the implementation of community-based initiatives, stressing that fragmented efforts were no longer sufficient to meet the growing needs of diverse local communities. Sarawak Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Dato Sri

Kota Sentosa Christmas parade sparks festive spirit

KUCHING: A festive spirit filled the streets of Kota Sentosa on Saturday night as residents gathered for the annual Christmas Parade which saw vibrant performances, colourful displays and a strong sense of community togetherness. Speaking at the launching of the event, Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap expressed delight at celebrating

La Promenade unveils its brightest festive season yet

KUCHING: La Promenade officially kicked off the festive season with its most dazzling Christmas Street celebration to date, complete with thousands of real Christmas trees lit up, magical snowfall, weekend light shows, and an expanded social-media competition. Hock Seng Lee (HSL) marcom lead, Abraham Tiong, said the annual lighting of

Firefighters step up as monsoon weather sets in

KUCHING: The Fire and Rescue Department in Sarawak has heightened its state of readiness with the onset of the North East Monsoon which is bringing heavy rainfall and flooding across the country. Its state director, Jamri Masran said Bomba Sarawak has launched a Rapid Response Team (Pasukan Gerak Cepat or

Eyeing UNESCO recognition for sape

KUCHING: Persatuan Anak Seni Sape Kuching (Pusak) has set its sights on elevating the sape, an iconic traditional lute of the Orang Ulu community to international recognition as a protected Sarawak heritage under United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). According to the Cultural Forum themed ‘Safeguarding Sound, Preserving

Fishmongers brace for rainy season

KUCHING: Local wet market sellers, especially at Mile 7 Wet Market, are bracing for the start of the rainy season, a period that traditionally means fewer fish catches and tighter seafood supply. With the monsoon now beginning to set in, vendors say they are already seeing signs of reduced availability,

Long-delayed Rumah Dayak completion will be prioritised

KUCHING: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) will intensify efforts to ensure that issues surrounding the construction of the Rumah Dayak can be fully resolved in the near future. SDNU President, Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom, said SDNU has received encouraging signals from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari

Kenyah community celebrates education, unity and legacy

KUCHING: The Kenyah community here came together for a night of celebration during the 14th Educational Incentive Award and Peng Leto Kenyah Sarawak (PLKS) 10th Anniversary Dinner, honouring academic excellence and a decade of community spirit. The event, held at a local restaurant on Saturday (Nov 10) evening, was also

Education a powerful tool for community transformation

KUCHING: Education plays a vital and transformative role in shaping individuals and communities, serving as a powerful tool that can change society. In stating this, Tebedu assemblyman Dr Simon Sinang Bada noted that among the Kenyah community, the spirit of unity and emphasis on education have long been central values.