A sweet trade-off indeed
“The chief task in life is simply this: to identify and separate matters so that I can say clearly to myself which are externals not under my control, and which have to do with the choices I actually control. Where do I look for good and evil? Not to uncontrollable externals, but within myself to […]
Not a licence for bigotry
AS we reach two-thirds of Ramadan this year, issues from the past continue to plague us. Just this week, a non-Muslim endured an ordeal during a routine trip to a convenience store. While eating, the 21-year-old student was scolded by an elderly man who then proceeded to slap him multiple times. The victim later filed […]
Ramadhan Mubarak Market 2025 on Mar 22-23
KUCHING: The Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) is pleased to announce the inaugural Ramadhan Mubarak Market 2025, a celebration of unity, tradition and the rich culinary heritage of the holy month. This two-day event will take place on March 22 to 23, from 4 pm to 10 pm, at the Visitors’ Information Centre (VIC) IKGarden in […]
SABATI, MAKSAK and BAKAT strengthen ties at Ramadan forum
KUCHING: A total of 250 participants gathered for the inaugural Ramadan Forum 1446H/2025M at Wisma Sabati today aimed to strengthen community ties and highlight women’s role during Ramadan. The forum was jointly organised by The Association of Wives of Ministers and Deputy Ministers of Sarawak (SABATI),the Women’s Wing of the Malaysian Government Welfare and Sports […]
Fasting correctly can aid weight loss during Ramadan
BY NURQALBY MOHD REDA KUALA LUMPUR: Entering the third week of Ramadan, those who are fasting will likely feel more comfortable with the routine of not eating and drinking for over 13 hours during the day. The stomach may no longer rumble and the throat can better endure thirst. One might even notice their clothes […]
KPDN keeps eye on consumer hotspots during Ramadan
KUCHING: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Sarawak Branch has intensified enforcement efforts through Ops Pantau from March 2-31. Earlier on Wednesday, Director of KPDN Sarawak, Matthew Dominic Barin, together with Sarawak Chief Enforcement Officer, Peter J. Berinus Agang, conducted a walkabout at Stutong Ramadan Bazaar, here to monitor the operation. […]
First-ever Iftar Perdana organised by MIS highlights the spirit of Ramadan
KUCHING: Iftar Perdana held at the Square Tower, Kuching Waterfront, here saw more that 1,000 people participating in the breaking of fast on Saturday. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Dr. Abdul Rahman Junaidi, said the event, the first of its kind, was organised by the Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) in collaboration with Kuching […]
Spirit of Ramadan prevails for 30 aid recipients
LUNDU: Tanjong Datu assemblyman, Azizul Annuar Adenan, presented aid to a total of 30 individuals, including one recipient who received a donation in the form of a wheelchair on Thursday night. The donation ceremony was held during a breaking-of-fast-with-leaders event and the asnaf contribution handing-over programme for Tanjong Datu, Lundu Zone. The event, which celebrated […]
Fire razes three houses, displacing 23 on fourth day of Ramadan
KUCHING: A fire broke out at Jalan Kampung Tabuan Melayu on Wednesday evening (March 5), destroying two houses completely and partially damaging another, leaving 23 people homeless. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said they received a distress call at 6 pm, prompting the deployment of firefighters from the Tabuan Jaya, Padungan, and Batu Lintang […]
Ensure Ramadan blessing, joy felt by everyone
SARATOK: Corporations and non-government organisations (NGOs) were reminded to do their part to assist the needy during Ramadan. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said those in need must be assisted and that no one should be left behind. “We must not rely on one or two parties to aid those in need. The effort must be […]