Saturday, 14 March 2026

Author: Julie Ngadan

Where skill speaks louder than stereotypes

In one of Malaysia’s most male-dominated professions, Khalida Razalie stepped into a steel-toed world and chose action over assumption – proving that competence, not gender, defines a chargeman. International Women’s Day: Powering change in a man’s world WHEN people hear the word “chargeman”, they rarely picture a woman. They imagine

Aisha’s Lunchbox: Cooking up five-star dreams

IT all began in a small home kitchen in 2015. What started as simple, heartfelt packed meals has grown into Aisha’s Lunchbox – a restaurant celebrated for Western and local dishes, now recognised for its professionalism and dedication to Sarawak’s culinary heritage. Officially established in 2018, Aisha’s Lunchbox opens its

Aisha’s Lunchbox: Where kampung classics meet grilled goodness

Hungry for iftar without the fuss? Dive into kampung classics, smoky grill delights and sweet treats at Aisha’s Lunchbox – where the food is generous, the parking is easy, and the table is ready for everyone. Cosy spot for generous iftar gatherings STILL looking for a comfortable spot to break

Redefining prosperity

As Chinese New Year celebrations continue across the city, Kupi Belian demonstrates that festive abundance isn’t just about treats — it’s about opportunity, empowerment, and inclusion for children with autism. How Kupi Belian empowers children with autism On a long table scattered with plastic containers and white labels, a pair

Only in Ramadan – When suntong tutok meets cucur

Crisp on the outside, smoky within and paired with homemade kicap pedas, cucur suntong tutok is a Ramadan treat that appears for just 30 evenings each year. A humble fritter with a rich heritage, it is as much about patience and ritual as it is about flavour. The golden comfort

Sambal and bone marrow: Where Malaysia gathers at the table

At Sheraton Kuching, Malaysia’s flavours take centre stage. From fiery sambals to the rare, generous Gear Box Soup, this is a feast built on heat, depth — and the joy of gathering around the table. Sine San Berambeh? The first thing you notice is not the smell — it is

World Cancer Day: The journey after being declared ‘clear’

Being declared “clear” did not mean that life returned to normal for Mahathir Abu Bakar. Years after his diagnosis, he reflects on what cancer quietly changed — from his body and daily routines to how he understands time, love and being present. Living with what cancer leaves behind Mahathir Abu

A wife’s quiet life after cancer

When Mahathir Abu Bakar was declared ‘clear’ of cancer, the word carried relief, certainty, and a sense of release for him. But for his wife, Nurhafizawati Rahman, it meant something quieter — gratitude, vigilance, and a continuation of care that never really ended. At 43, Nurhafizawati does not frame herself

Between rooftops and routines

A family stay in the heart of Kuching reveals how thoughtful spaces, simple comforts and a rooftop pause can turn a city hotel into a place of genuine rest. Learning how to pause in the heart of Kuching Cities are not usually where families go to slow down. They are

From boardroom to global stage

From the boardroom to the global stage, trainer, entrepreneur and Mrs Elite Petite Global Borneo 2026, Mary Salang’s journey to the crown is driven by purpose, not pageantry. A Purpose-Driven Journey AT a stage in life when many women are told to slow down, Mary Salang chose to step forward.