‘In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.’ – John Muir (1838–1914). Muir was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. He is often referred to as the “Father of the National Parks” due to
In 1973, I met Timothy Chundi, who was my roommate at the Methodist Secondary School boarding house on the school compound in Sibu. A native of Aup longhouse nearby, he was the son of community leader Pemanca Chundi and was a good guitarist, owning a hollow guitar in our room
Since the mid-’70s, I have been intrigued by number games, especially lottery forecasts. This interest began during my time as an assistant editor at the Iban newspaper Berita Rayat in the Information Section known as Info-Psywar in RASCOM Sibu in February 1975. I remember winning my first consolation prize of
In all honesty, my earliest memories date back to circa late 1957 or early 1958 when I was being carried by Apai Badey, whose real name was Saban Imong. I was put on his shoulder, a statement that I was a tiny and light toddler. However, I am not so
Step into Siang Siang Corner at Matang Jaya, Kuching, and you’ll discover a hidden gem that will tantalise your taste buds. Located on Lots 701 and 702, Jalan Matang, this cosy food haven has become my go-to spot whenever I’m in the area. Whether you’re a local or a traveller
‘Sometimes the simplest meals bring the greatest joy.’ – Unknown ‘Sharing a meal with friends brings out the true flavors of life.’ – Unknown ‘Sometimes, it’s the simple pleasures that leave the most lasting impressions.’ – Unknown In the old days in the interior of Sarawak, any canned or tinned
In January of 1974, while I was in Upper Six at Methodist Secondary School in Sibu, my classmate Joshua Panggau and I were called to the office of the school principal, Mr Lau Tieng Sing (now deceased). It was a Monday morning after the school assembly. “Two of you are
Just before our Methodist School in Sibu closed for the second term break in August of 1974, a group of girls in my Upper Six Arts class expressed their desire for an outing. Led by Ivy Ngui, they planned a trip to Saratok and Debak during the break. I suggested
One fine day, after the Gawai Dayak celebrations of 2019, my elder brother Jon, who was six years older than me and known as Chandi, approached me with an intriguing proposition. “Would you like to join our hunting trip to Ulu Melupa in two days? Uncle Guang will be leading
In 1969, 13 students at SMK Saratok were reported for gambling to the school principal, a Canadian named GD Tedrick. Most of the students involved were from Form II, Form III, and Form IV, and two from Form V. I was one of them, studying in Form II. Although we were
Sarawak Tribune is a Sarawakian news portal that highlights Sarawak-centric news and other stories of relevance to Sarawak.
Today, Sarawak Tribune focuses on happenings in Sarawak’s cities, towns and small places no matter how remote these are and events of relevance in other states of Malaysia and other countries.
© Copyright 2024 Tribune Press Sdn. Bhd.
