“Generally, Labour Legislations are constructively fortified with the goal of revitalizing the socio-economic fabric of the country through their malleable yet firm provisions, which hypothetically works its way through harmonising the relationship between employer and employee.” ― Henrietta Newton Martin I fully support the amendment to the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (SLO),
‘Wearing the correct dress for an occasion is a matter of good manners.’ — Loretta Young (1913 – 2000); an American actress and television host Change is most welcome when it leads to positive outcomes and respects the rights and dignity of others. Embracing change, particularly change that promotes equality,
“Take some time to learn first aid and CPR. It saves lives, and it works.” — Bobby Sherman “The most common reason many people die from cardiac arrest is because no one nearby knew CPR, or if they did know it, they didn’t actually do it.” — Dr Michael Sayre,
“Your skirt is too short! Your pants are too tight! Your shirt is too low! You are revealing too much! And so on.” These kinds of statements and criticisms, which centre on the supposed “revealing” nature of people’s (particularly women’s) attire, have become all too prevalent in this day and
I am earnestly hoping that the state government’s plan to provide free tertiary education to all Sarawakians studying in state-owned universities will materialise sooner than expected. In all honesty and sincerity, I give my highest salute and respect to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for proposing
The Gawai Dayak Festival held this year has brought a renewed sense of cultural pride, particularly in the Bidayuh. The event showcased an appreciation for the community’s cultural heritage, including their traditional costumes. These costumes, woven with intricate designs and adorned with beadwork, were donned by many, both young and
THE Bidayuh is a disunited ethnic group and always has been. Now, before the Bidayuh or their friends and supporters get hot under the collar, let me explain. First of all, it is rather strange that a community that is a minority, that accounts for merely 10 per cent of
“The data reflects a population crisis … where the mindset towards having children has changed” —Teera Sindecharak, an expert on demography at Thammasat University. UNLIKE say 20 or 30 years ago, it is becoming very rare nowadays to find a single family having between six and eight children, which was
Village chiefs Great things happen nationally when topmost leadership is goaded and supported from below — John W. Gardner (1971–Present), British writer known for having written Judge Dredd, Strontium Dog, The Last American, The Bogie Man, A History of Violence, and Button Man, to name a few. VILLAGE chiefs or
AS the retirement age debate continues, it is important to remember that behind the statistics and numbers are real people whose lives will be affected by any changes. Many individuals would have already been planning their retirement based on the current retirement age of 60, and any changes to this
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