KUCHING: An 11-year-old boy from Terengganu, Megat Muhammad Qalif Megat Shazrin, shed tears of joy after winning a total prize money of RM23,000 in the Bintang Kecil 2025 finale, beating 10 other contestants on Saturday. He captured hearts across the nation in the prestigious children’s singing competition, not only as
KUCHING: The atmosphere in the city is rather subdued with modest decorations appearing to be the norm as Malaysia Day approaches. While a few shopping malls and business outlets have hoisted the Jalur Gemilang alongside the Sarawak state flag, the overall holiday spirit appears muted. Streets that would typically be
KUCHNG: The distribution of the RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA or Sara Appreciation Aid) cash aid has received mixed reactions from recipients here. For 35-year-old hotel supervisor, Shafeenaz Shein Shahruzzami, the RM100 is helpful and sufficient. “As a single person, I think it’s enough for a month for me. I use
SANTUBONG: The jungle roared to life on Friday night as Rock in the Jungle (RiTJ) 2.0 opened with a burst of energy, emotion, and electrifying performances at the iconic Sarawak Cultural Village here. From the very first guitar riff, the crowd was on their feet, dancing, singing, and waving lights
KUCHING: The Kenyalang Bersaok Competition is envisioned to become an annual event, serving as a platform to empower young people with pride in their cultural identity. Sarawak Art Council (MSS) acting chief executive officer Awang Ikman Awang Sepian said the competition is a prestigious showcase of the traditional ‘Tandak Nopeng
KUCHING: A father’s selfless act has moved an entire community in Batu Kitang, as residents rallied together to support Lee Jun Kiong’s family, raising RM33,685 in just three days. Lee, 56, who works as a mechanic and father of two, recently made the courageous decision to donate his kidney to
KUCHING: The Kuching Festival 2025 which came to a grand conclusion yesterday, drew thousands of festival-goers to its finale at the MBKS grounds where they were treated to ‘Meniti Cakerawala 2.0’, an awe-inspiring performance that bridged science and the arts. Since its opening on July 25, the Kuching Festival 2025,
BAU: The inaugural Sculp & Robo Challenge 1.0 held here was hailed as a significant step forward in empowering Sarawakian youth through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as technical and vocational education and training (TVET). Deputy Transport Minister (Riverine and Marine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, emphasised the
BAU: Tasik Biru Assemblyman, Datuk Henry Jinep, has called on his constituents, particularly youths, to draw inspiration from the Indonesian island of Bali which is known the world over for its beauty. He said millions visit Bali every year, not only for being a beautiful island but also because of
KUCHING: Kuching Got Talent represents more than just entertainment, it is a platform where dreams are discovered, where talents are revealed, and where our shared values of inclusion and unity come to life, says Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The Deputy Premier added that, what was presented yesterday, is
