KUCHING: The Iban community of Rumah Gensurai in Betong marked the return of ‘Gawai Antu’, one of the most sacred and elaborate Iban festivals, with a grand ceremony on December 22, 2018, after a seven-year hiatus. That event is now fully documented in a feature-length cultural documentary. Speaking during a
KUCHING: The city became a vibrant canvas for a unique batik colouring competition aimed at elevating Sarawak’s traditional and local motifs within the Malaysian batik landscape. Organised by Anjung Karyawan Seni Sarawak (AKAR Seni), in collaboration with Sarawak Arts Council (SAC) through its ‘Galakan Seni’ grant, the event brought together
KUCHING: The annual Kuching Heritage Lights & Floral Festival 2025 has once again turned the heart of the city into a blooming paradise, drawing in large crowds, especially women and families with children, all eager to soak up the sights, scents and colours of this unique celebration of plants, culture
KUCHING: Teenage pregnancies and early marriages among young girls are among societal issues that highlight the need for sustained advocacy and community engagement. In this instance, the Sarawak Women for Women Society (SWWS) has been playing its role with unwavering commitment. In stating this, the Women, Early Childhood and Community
BAU: The quaint historical town of Siniawan was transformed into a vibrant, pulsating hub of music, food and festivities over the weekend as the Siniawan Country Music Festival (SCMF) made a spectacular return, bigger, louder and livelier than ever. The second night of the festival on Saturday saw thousands of
KUCHING: The rich cultural heritage of Sarawak’s Orang Ulu community took centre stage with the official launch of the mini album ‘Puduu’ Anaak’ at a city mall today. ‘Puduu’ Anaak’, translated as ‘Sleeping Child’ in the Orang Ulu language, features traditional songs as a tribute to cultural preservation. The project,
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
