Author: Priscilla Tawie

Celebrating Wesak Day: Rituals, reflections, and enlightenment

An important day for Buddhists, Wesak Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha, carrying symbolic meanings beyond its practices. A Day of Deep Significance Each year on Wesak Day, Buddhist practitioners around the world visit temples to commemorate the occasion with the bathing of Prince Siddhartha. The symbolic

A journey through history and heartache

Book Title: PachinkoAuthor: Min Jin LeePublisher: Head of ZeusISBN: 9781838930509Price: RM55.90 We are of opinion that instead of letting books grow mouldy behind an iron grating, far from the vulgar gaze, it is better to let them wear out by being read. – Jules Verne What’s interesting about this book

Unspoken Pain

Experiencing a miscarriage, though common, isn’t often openly discussed. And when it is, it tends to be burdened by blame and taboos. In a world of societal pressures, understanding the grief associated with this experience calls for greater awareness. Breaking the silence on miscarriage In a society that prioritises perfection,

Honouring Educators

Teacher’s Day is a day to honour and appreciate educators for their dedication and impact on students’ lives. This day highlights the crucial role teachers play in moulding the future. Reminiscences and Thank You’s It is without a doubt that teachers play a pivotal role in every child’s life. Whether

An elegant tribute to mothers

AN event to reflect love and appreciation towards mothers was recently held at the Nyonya Kitchen by Sonia, Kuching, on May 5. Organised by Korean beauty brand Cellvia and local jewellery entrepreneur L’amour Eternal Jewels alongside the Nyonya cuisine restaurant, the event aimed to show gratitude between the mothers and

Empowering mothers and women everywhere

MOTHER’s Day is not just a day to commemorate our love towards our mothers but also encourages women’s empowerment. It is a day to highlight and celebrate the achievements of mothers who are making a difference in their communities. Sharing further, the Kuching Women Empowerment and Sustainability Network Association (WESNA)

Balancing Roles and Responsibilities

Rachel Ang shares her journey as a mother to three young children while juggling her businesses and social life, discussing the integration between everything and motherhood, and how life has changed for her since becoming a mother. The Journey of Motherhood: Triumphs, challenges, and gratitude As mothers of the 21st

The road to healthy teeth

The way we brush our teeth and how we treat them are important factors in ensuring healthy oral hygiene. By prioritising oral care, we can prevent numerous oral diseases in the long run. Elevating Oral Health Oral hygiene is important. The first-ever National Oral Health Policy was approved by the

Creating products with environmental impact in mind

When entrepreneur Jeremy Duanna Andrus moved from the US and settled down in Malaysia with his wife, Carmen Khor, he encountered problems searching for personal care products that would work on his sensitive skin. With his background and his wife’s public relations skills, the duo established Libra Wellness. The brand

Journalism Journey

Sharing his 20 years of experience as a reporter, veteran journalist K.C. Jong remembers the good things and the bad things of being part of the press. Regardless of the experiences, the thrill that he got from it was what drove him further. Reflecting on two decades of reporting The