Author: Priscilla Tawie

From imagination to creation

The Kuching Autistic Association (KAA) recently held an art exhibition in which autistic students from the centre showcased their talents through the art they created. For Isaac Wee, one of the exhibition’s newest artists, his artistic talents shine through the masterpieces he creates. Autistic artist draws from imagination Isaac Wee

Kampung in the city

‘Ruai Penemu,’ a cultural group promoting Iban traditions, recently held an aram begulai (let’s mingle) session at the Old Courthouse. Many Ibans and non-Ibans participate in and celebrate the race, as if they were in the longhouse. Bringing the longhouse feel to town Modernity necessitates newer adoption within local society.

Reaching for the stars

Steff Fleur, a singer-songwriter, recently debuted her song ‘If You Don’t Love Me Now’ in the Netflix film ‘Tilit-Tilit Cinta.’ The drama is the first Sarawak production under TVS to be available on the popular streaming platform. Baby steps into world of music Steff Fleur’s music, like her personality, is

Reaching for the stars

Steff Fleur, a singer-songwriter, recently debuted her song ‘If You Don’t Love Me Now’ in the Netflix film ‘Tilit-Tilit Cinta.’ The drama is the first Sarawak production under TVS to be available on the popular streaming platform. Baby steps into world of music Steff Fleur’s music, like her personality, is

The Test of Strength

Arm wrestling is a male-dominated sport. However, as the sport gained popularity among women, there has been an increase in female players all over the world. Sarawakian Tracey Hughes has been in the industry for many years and is constantly making the state proud with her accomplishments. Arm wrestling is

Upholding Traditions

For artisans under the culture concept stall Gerai Sulu Nuan, these four ladies hope to address the issue of disappearing practises from their respective cultures through the products they release. Indigenous beauties bring back cultural traditions It is common for Sarawak native elderly women to wear a sarong as a

Unearthing history

Even though a century has passed, the villagers of Kampung Seniawan Jepon and the descendants of Japanese migrants have deeply ingrained memories and emotions associated with the estate in their hearts and minds. Remembering the past Kampung Seniawan Jepon, Kota Samarahan is home to history that is just waiting to

Remnants of the Japanese

History was made in the early 1900s as the Japanese migrated to Kampung Seniawan Jepon, Kota Samarahan for agricultural purposes. After successfully growing cash crops, the enterprise not only left memories, but also vestiges. Evidence of past Japanese activity The past is a story that cannot be changed. Hence, it

Time To Talk About Infertility

Infertility is on the rise. As the numbers continue to raise concerns, Dr Haris Njoo, a fertility specialist, talks to New Sarawak Tribune about what infertility is and how to go around it. Declining fertility rates in Malaysia Procreation is the very essence of life. Without which, human life and

Sweet treats from China

Curious about foreign food, the writer purchased five different types of snacks manufactured in China. When snack cravings hit Foreign snacks are a novelty when travelling. This is because it is only through food that we can understand the culture of the country we are visiting. Snacks sold at convenience