Author: Priscilla Tawie

Memories of the old SGH Nurses’ Home

The nurses’ quarters, fondly remembered as the nurses’ home by retired nurses and midwives, have stood through the testament of time. Built for the purpose of accommodating trainee nurses post-war, the building played an important role in Kuching/Sarawak’s medicinal history. It is where nurses stay when they are not on

A Crowned Advocate

Nority Bujeng is not one to be deterred in spirit; despite the many predicaments in her life, she continues to advocate for women’s empowerment and encourage women, especially mothers with special needs children, to adopt a business mindset. Recently, she returned from Vietnam, where she was crowned Miss Business Culture

Kuching: A city cherished deeply

Kuching city — a clean and peaceful place that is sprawling with modernity yet retains its unique identity. Heritage is a strong focus, with younger generations appreciating the city’s arts and culture. Since its elevation to city status in 1988, Kuching has undergone remarkable changes. Although it may not be

Kuching’s Rapid Growth, Unity

In 1988, Kuching celebrated its city status with a month-long event coinciding with Malaysia’s 25th Independence Day. Since then, the city has evolved significantly, with improved infrastructure and growth driven by its harmonious, multicultural community. From town to thriving city When Kuching proclaimed its city status in 1988, Kuchingites celebrated

A Fresh Take on Tradition

Anderson Kalang has launched his latest two singles — “Beautiful Pair” and “Dreamy Fog”. These tracks epitomise the fusion of traditional and modern styles with their unique arrangements, offering open interpretation to listeners. Heritage melodies with a contemporary flair Sape’ maestro Anderson Kalang’s recent releases — “Beautiful Pair” and “Dreamy

Hepatitis B: Ensuring early detection and effective treatment

With this year’s World Hepatitis Day 2024 theme, “It’s Time for Action”, Dr Liew Shan Fap, Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Timberland Medical Hospital, Kuching, discusses the infection that affects the liver, a sickness that can potentially change a person’s life for the worse. Taking Action for Liver Health Hepatitis

Rising to the World Stage

Stanford Ryan Sidi has recently made Sarawak proud with his achievements at the 27th World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA). Sharing his journey in music and sape’, he reflects on the hardships and the silver lining that came from not giving up. Sape’ star shines at WCOPA 2024 A talented

Glimmer of Tradition

Kazuliah Mohamed Towfek, fondly known as Kak Kajuk, a traditional Malay tukang hias, preserves a centuries-old art of bridal preparation. Despite modernisation, her expertise and family heirloom attire, the gajah oleng, keep heritage alive, though the practice is fading. Preserving a centuries-old tradition: The art of the Malay ‘tukang hias’

Sarawak: A hallmark of diversity, cultural heritage

On this Sarawak Day, Laura Munan, an artiste of New Zealand and Iban descent, talks about her journey growing up between two different worlds and how she navigates the road to her self-discovery as a “Kiwi-ban”. Sarawak, in itself, is a hallmark of diversity in a landscape of ethnicities and

Checkmate to Success

Every year, the world celebrates and appreciates chess as a sport that challenges mental strength. Sharing his story, 15-year-old Ivan Phua discusses his passion for the strategic board game. A future Grandmaster in the making Chess, a board game that has been revolutionised over the centuries by various influences, was