Monday, 15 December 2025

Author: Julie Ngadan

PASAR BESTIES Bazaar: Building community and mental health awareness

NOT many people will understand or recognise the importance of caring for their mental health; in fact, some may not even be aware that they are dealing with mental health problems. Anyone can experience mental health problems, irrespective of age, race, economic and social status, or whether they live in

Modelling and Resilience

Nur Qamarina Syafira Syaiful Azrie, the grand winner of the 2024 I Am Model Search International, discusses how modelling contests have helped her become more disciplined, resilient, and capable of managing her time. A teen model’s journey to triumph “This girl is pretty zealous, I must say! What experiences has

Nurturing Both Worlds

Discover how working mothers across Southeast Asia are navigating the complex balance between professional life and family responsibilities, amidst the pressures of self-care and societal expectations. The challenge of work and family FAMILY Day is a celebration that emphasises the importance of spending quality time with family members.  Family bonding

Navigating the roads of responsibility

A personal driver is someone employed to provide transportation services to an individual or a family. They are in charge of transporting them to and from appointments, meetings, social gatherings, and errands. Their primary responsibility is to arrive at their destination with the fewest number of wrong or missed turns,

Celebrate Gawai, Kaamatan with Pepsi, TVS

GET ready to celebrate this year’s Hari Gawai and Hari Kaamatan with Pepsi as they proudly announce their dynamic collaboration with TVS, teasing the launch of a music video that encapsulates the beauty and diversity of Hari Gawai and Kaamatan in East Malaysia. Held recently at one of Kuching City’s

Insights into workers’ rights, benefits

LABOUR Day, also known as Hari Pekerja or Hari Buruh, is celebrated on May 1 each year.  It is a public holiday dedicated to honouring the contributions of workers to the country’s development and prosperity.  Numerous activities, such as marches, exhibitions, and parades, are planned on this day to recognise

Beyond the Tourist Trail

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for an exciting journey to some of Kansai, Japan’s underrated spots! Kansai adventure: Uncovering the underrated spots Japan is a popular travel destination known for its vibrant culture, breathtaking scenery, mouthwatering food, cutting-edge technology, and unique blend of modern and traditional elements. Tokyo, the

Ready, Set, Repel!

Let’s learn more about malaria in honour of today’s World Malaria Day. Do not take this lightly, because it only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to infect someone with deadly parasites! All about malaria: Understanding and combatting the disease “Probably the worst headache, body aches, and chills you

Planet vs. Plastics

Sarawak Eco Warriors recently hosted a beach clean-up event in connection with this year’s Earth Day, inviting the public to join them in their efforts to save the environment from the accumulation of plastic waste. Nature is of paramount importance EARTH Day, observed annually on April 22, serves as a

Ramadan Resolutions: A look back at personal achievements

Every Muslim, I believe, must have their own resolution in the month of Ramadan, which has just left us. It may be wanting to lose weight, give charity or donate as much as possible, or anything else that is good. New Sarawak Tribune asked some people about their personal achievements