KUCHING: Local insight and oral literature are pivotal to modern discourse and creative expression. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) board member Datuk Dr. Jeniri Amir, highlighted the importance of these cultural treasures, which provide profound insights into past civilisations’ history, values, and intellectual richness. He made these observations at the
KUCHING: The Sarawak State Library has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Embassy of France to promote French culture and foster a two-way exchange of ideas and practices. The MoU signing witnessed by its chairman Datuk Dr Abang Abdul Rauf Abang Zen, took place on Monday (Oct 14)
KUCHING: The official celebration of the Governor of Sarawak’s 78th birthday commenced with a thanksgiving ceremony held at the Jamek Mosque, Thursday night (Oct 10). Around 1,000 people attended the event, including Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts,
KUCHING: A full-dressed rehearsal for the Governor of Sarawak’s 78th birthday celebration parade was held at the Padang Merdeka, here on Thursday. The rehearsal involved a total of 78 contingents, comprising ministries, government agencies, statutory bodies, uniformed bodies, various organisations and other participants, all coming together at 8 am. Minister for
KUCHING: The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) 2024 is set to return for its 12th edition, running from Oct 10-13 at GSC CityONE Megamall here. It will showcase over 12 diverse films with drama, sci-fi, romance, thriller, and animation genres. Anime enthusiasts won’t want to miss iconic titles like the 1988
KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the media serves as a bridge to the people and their interaction helps shape the narrative. “Concerns have arisen regarding media access to certain events where journalists were denied entry. “It is not due to exclusion but to uphold professional
KUCHING: Rimba emerged the Best Cat in the annual Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) International Cat Competition 2024 here over the weekend. The competition at MyDin Petrajaya, Vista Tunku showcased cats of different breeds and sizes, but Rimba captured the judges’ hearts, standing out among the 92 cats competing for
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) International Cat Competition 2024, aims to encourage local and international cat owners to continue breeding, raising, and caring for cats of various breeds, fostering a deeper love and appreciation for animals. The competition was held at the MyDin Petra Jaya, Medan Vista here
KUCHING: Approximately 3,100 participants joined the Sarawak Bomba Run 2.0 2024 on Sunday. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) organised the event in collaboration with the Sarawak Fire Department Sports and Welfare Association (PESKEBS). The Sarawak Bomba Run 2.0 2024 was officially flagged off by Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman
KUCHING: At the Para Malaysia Games (Sukma) XXI, held at Megalanes Batu Kawa, Sarawak’s tenpin bowling athletes achieved a remarkable success, securing two gold, one silver and four bronze medals. Sarawak celebrated its first gold medal in the female singles TPB4 category as Nur Syazwani Marais delivered an impressive performance