Jangkar promises to revive forgotten history
KUCHING: A long-buried chapter of Sarawak’s past is set to return to the spotlight as filming for the Malaysian feature Jangkar officially begins, anchoring history, memory and identity into a cinematic retelling. Marked by a prayer ceremony held at the Waterfront Hotel here today, the launch was officiated by Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts […]
History subject all-important to understand the past
BAU: The History subject taught in schools plays a crucial role in helping students understand how independence was achieved. Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Paku principal, Anek Apok said history not only provides valuable insights into the country’s past but also fosters an appreciation for the sacrifices made by independence fighters. “Independence did not come about […]
Santubong’s past, in Tom Harrisson’s footsteps
Sarawak’s ancient treasure trove is a place where the threads of human history come together. In Santubong, nature’s beauty and cultural significance come together, attracting explorers and history enthusiasts for decades. This beautiful land holds the key to unlocking the mysterious stories of its past. The Advent of Tom Harrisson: Architect of Discovery With the […]
MP tells of value behind district history
SIMANGGANG: Unique stories behind the history of the various districts in the state need to be preserved and passed on to the younger generation. Member of Parliament for Batang Lupar, Mohamad Shafizan Kepli, said each area has its own history, some of which are less known, but nevertheless date back to the colonial era. “For […]
Brooke legacy continues
BY ABIDGAIL MERTA GANGGANG Jason Desmond Anthony Brooke, the sixth generation of Brookes, talks about having Sarawak’s history on a little piece of land in the United Kingdom as one of the Brooke Trust’s upcoming projects. He also discusses his plans to revive the art of keringkam by creating opportunities for locals through ASPIRE with […]
Microcosmic of Sarawak
When was the last time you visited the museum? For most of us, museum is nothing more than a place that displays historical and cultural exhibits and artifacts. Therefore, museum is normally the last in our list of a place that we have to visit. Whenever l visited other countries, one of the places that l […]
Finally – Malaysia’s biggest museum to open on March 4
KUCHING: The Borneo Cultures Museum will be officially launched on March 4. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the launching ceremony would start with a speech delivered by himself followed by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The launching will be done by […]
History of the Blacksmith Road
As we go through phases of modernisation, many old buildings have been replaced with new ones, leaving only the legacy and memories behind. One such place that held significance was Blacksmith Road — a settlement for Henghua fishermen and Hakka blacksmiths. Once a bustling centre for metalware traders With rapid development in place, Kuching is […]
Carpenter Street – Iconic and vibrant
Nestled in the heart of Kuching, Carpenter Street is one of the city’s most iconic and vibrant streets, steeped in rich history and heritage. These days, the area houses not only an array of decades-old establishments easily identified by their faded vintage signboards but also several new businesses which have organically settled in. Despite these […]
Village stores history of Sarawak Malays
Located at Jalan Datuk Ajibah Abol, Kampung Bintangor Kecil is one of the Malay villages in Kuching, which stores historical anecdotes and heritage of the Malay community in Sarawak. Besides that, apart from producing Sarawak Malay leaders such as Datuk Ajibah Abol, Pengarah Moh, Datuk Abang Kassim and Datuk Patinggi Abang Haji Abdillah, this village […]