As Malaysia’s cloud sector booms, companies face a critical challenge: while interest in digital careers is high, employers struggle to find job-ready talent. Exabytes ‘ Annie Ong explains why certification alone is not enough; the skills gaps that matter most, and how mentorship and hands-on experience – particularly for women
For centuries, Sarawak’s indigenous communities have harnessed the healing power of plants, passing down knowledge through stories rather than textbooks. Today, the Sarawak Biodiversity Centre is transforming that wisdom into a modern bioindustry, bridging traditional knowledge with cutting-edge science to create pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and sustainable economic opportunities for
In an industry known for its highs and heartbreaks, Phoebe Josephine Nishi has carved her place through grit, discipline, and unwavering passion — proving that resilience is her greatest instrument. Riding the waves of music and stardom The entertainment industry is no bed of roses, but for Phoebe Josephine Nishi,
As the world observes International Mother Language Day, the warning feels urgent. Across homes, classrooms, and even dining tables, mother tongue languages are slowly giving way to those deemed more practical, more profitable, more “useful”. Yet, behind every fading word is a fading story, a disappearing worldview, a thinning cultural
THE Hua Hua brand snacks factory has become busier with each passing day as the Chinese New Year approaches. It’s the sound of the mincer, the slicer, and the workers hurrying to tick each to-do list. And behind all the hustle, Elayne Choo recalled that, as a young girl who
AS women remain under-represented across science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), closing the gender gap is no longer a future goal – it is an urgent necessity. Yet despite systemic barriers, women in science continue to push boundaries, drive innovation, and reshape fields that were never designed with them in
GROWING up, insurance agent Andre Kho Yang Yang always knew he wanted to join the industry. Beyond the sales, the field taught him valuable lessons about life. Alongside his ‘work family’, he grew, had fun and gained invaluable insights. “I joined S1an & Associates because I thought they were really
With drums, chants and traditional instruments, ‘Baby Dream Machine’ brings Sarawak’s diverse musical heritage to life through its young performers, proving that culture thrives when passed on early. Next-Gen Rhythms BABY Dream Machine, born from its parent band, Dream Machine, is an evolution of music, with its drums, chants and
Entrepreneur Arzmy Hargreaves shares how solo travel helped him rediscover purpose, build confidence, and see the world – and himself – in a new light. His journeys show how stepping out alone can teach lessons that everyday life cannot. Finding Ikigai on the move WITH life settling into a familiar
Kinder Minds in Kuching now offers play therapy, a safe space for children to express their emotions. Led by trainee therapist, Kimberley Tan (pic), the programme helps kids with anxiety, ADHD, autism and other challenges build confidence, manage emotions, and improve relationships through guided play. Supporting emotional growth through play
