Sunday, 7 December 2025

Author: Rintos Mail

Puncak Borneo women urged to establish social enterprises

KUCHING: Puncak Borneo Member of Parliament, Datuk Willie Mongin, has encouraged women in his constituency to establish social enterprises. He said such undertakings not only help to address social problems while generating revenue, but are also seen as a particularly empowering avenue for women. He believed that social enterprises could

Turning passion into silk masterpieces

SILK painting often requires passion as a driving force for creativity and dedication to the craft.  While technical skill is important, the ability to translate emotions and ideas onto silk requires a deep connection to the art form and a willingness to experiment and persevere through challenges.  Narong Daun, a

Green fingers in polythene bags

HIS interest in farming developed from a young age, influenced by family and early exposure to agricultural activities.  Like most children in the rural areas in the old days, Toking Saek grew up assisting his parents, learning farming skills and developing a connection to the land.  Spending time on the

RM28-million car park, arena to transform Siniawan

KUCHING: The proposed Siniawan Multilevel Car Park & Rooftop Arena is expected to boost the little town of Siniawan into a vibrant tourist destination soon. Serembu Assemblyman, Miro Simuh, said RM28 million has been set aside for the implementation of the project. He said the Siniawan Multilevel Car Park &

A maze of a garden shaped by rocks

IS it true that it just offers angry looking rock formations with jagged edges? No, walk in the Paku Rock Maze Garden, and you will find the place a perfect blend of challenge and tranquility. My first visit to the Paku Rock Maze Garden was in September 2022, when it

Wellness experience at Paku Spring

IS soaking in hot springs good for you? Hot springs are widely believed to offer various healing benefits due to their mineral-rich waters and warm temperatures, and research supports these claims. Studies indicate that soaking in hot springs can improve musculoskeletal pain, skin conditions, cardiovascular health, and mental well-being.  For

Building a legacy through Taekwon-Do

THERE are many Bidayuhs in Bau, Sarawak who have a passion for International Taekwond-Do Federeation (ITF).  Grandmaster Peter Timik, for example, is one of the prominent figures in the Sarawak Taekwon-Do ITF, and has been recognised for his dedication and leadership in the sport.  He is actually the first ITF

RM30-million pig abattoir planned in Serembu to boost jobs

KUCHING: A large-scale pig abattoir is being planned for implementation in Serembu to boost employment in the agricultural sector. Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh said the project is one of several major developments he has proposed for his constituency, with funding allocated under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA). He

Penrissen’s Kampung Segu Benuk longhouse

Only a handful of families still live in it. Nevertheless, the longhouse is still a vital repository of cultural heritage, where traditional ceremonies, music, dance, and oral traditions are practised and passed down through generations. While modernization and evolving needs have led to modifications, especially in roofing materials and design,

Get clearer picture from state, Willie tells Nurul

KUCHING: PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar should get more details from the state authorities to have a better picture on the Native Customary Rights (NCR) land issue in Sarawak, said Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin. He said making unverified statements pertaining to the issue does not help solve