Tuesday, 17 March 2026

Author: Priscilla Tawie

At Adau’s ‘Samah Rami’ celebrates Sarawak’s cultural spirit

If you have not heard of cultural band At Adau’s latest song — “Samah Rami”, which was launched a month ago — then this is your cue. And if you have, it’s time to hit replay. The song’s music video, which was uploaded on their official YouTube page under ‘At

DOJO Nanyang Kopitiam: Culture in a coffee cup

DOJO Nanyang Kopi House has arrived in Kuching with a mission — to preserve and revive the charm of ‘Nanyang culture’, an early cultural fusion unique to Malaysia. With its nostalgic kopitiam setting, locally sourced ingredients, and a focus on community, DOJO offers more than just coffee and toast —

Turning Tragedy into Triumph

Driven by the values of empowerment and resilience, Amirul Safuan founded Ameer Safone Ventures (ASV) to create meaningful products and champion inclusivity, using his platform to uplift persons with disabilities through skills training and advocacy. Disability isn’t the barrier — exclusion is Empowerment and resilience — two words Amirul Safuan

Balancing deliveries and dad duties

EVERY day at work, Azrin Azmi finishes his tasks as quickly as he can. From the moment he leaves home at 8:00 am, he looks forward to returning in the evening. It’s the cheerful shout from his youngest son – “Dad is home!” —-that encourages him throughout the day. A

Resisting fate in a man’s world

Title: The Pearl That Broke Its ShellAuthor: Nadia HashimiISBN: 9780062244758Publisher: William Morrow “Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the place where we can go whenever we want, wherever we want, as many times as we want.” – Southern Living NASEEB – destiny. How far

Data, decisions, and the human mind

One with a curious mind, i-CATS University College Assistant Professor Dr Donald Stephen often wonders about the human mind. After earning a degree in Cognitive Science and being exposed to psychology, data analysis, programming, and artificial intelligence, he found his true passion when he realised psychometrics is what brings all

Double win for Sarawak at Miss Stellar Queen International 2025

Sarawakians Perpetua Leman John and Ophelia Tambi made their mark at this year’s Miss Stellar Queen International, taking home the grand winner and second runner-up titles respectively. Their journey through the pageant spotlighted not just beauty, but resilience, purpose, and a passion for meaningful change. From Self-Doubt to the Spotlight

Preserving culture through rhythm

AMID modernisation, a quiet cultural revival is taking place in Sarawak, particularly in the heart of Kuching. A passionate performer of the cultural performing arts, Elizabeth Bungan, had only one mission when she first made a home in Kuching a decade ago – to ensure the continuation of Dayak culture

Obesity in pregnancy: A growing risk

Maternity obesity, defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher during pregnancy, is a growing public health concern worldwide. As global rates of obesity continue to rise, more women are entering pregnancy overweight or obese, posing significant risks to both maternal and foetal health. A 2016 study

Smoke no more

What may have started as peer pressure to smoke often turns into a hard-to-break cycle, as nicotine addiction proves stronger than steel. Yet, while new smokers emerge every day, more and more are choosing to quit the habit in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. Stubbing out the habit SCATTERED into