Author: Sharifah Nong Jasima

Cherish our cultural history and local insight: Jeniri

KUCHING: Local insight and oral literature are pivotal to modern discourse and creative expression. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) board member Datuk Dr. Jeniri Amir, highlighted the importance of these cultural treasures, which provide profound insights into past civilisations’ history, values, and intellectual richness. He made these observations at the

MoU to promote two-way exchange of culture

KUCHING: The Sarawak State Library has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Embassy of France to promote French culture and foster a two-way exchange of ideas and practices. The MoU signing witnessed by its chairman Datuk Dr Abang Abdul Rauf Abang Zen, took place on Monday (Oct 14)

Thanksgiving ceremony marks official start of TYT’s 78th birthday celebrations

KUCHING: The official celebration of the Governor of Sarawak’s 78th birthday commenced with a thanksgiving ceremony held at the Jamek Mosque, Thursday night (Oct 10). Around 1,000 people attended the event, including Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts,

Full-dressed rehearsal for TYT’s birthday celebration parade

KUCHING: A full-dressed rehearsal for the Governor of Sarawak’s 78th birthday celebration parade was held at the Padang Merdeka, here on Thursday.  The rehearsal involved a total of 78 contingents, comprising ministries, government agencies, statutory bodies, uniformed bodies, various organisations and other participants, all coming together at 8 am. Minister for

Japanese Film Festival set for Oct 10 return

KUCHING: The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) 2024 is set to return for its 12th edition, running from Oct 10-13 at GSC CityONE Megamall here. It will showcase over 12 diverse films with drama, sci-fi, romance, thriller, and animation genres. Anime enthusiasts won’t want to miss iconic titles like the 1988

Work etiquette vital for credible media delivery

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the media serves as a bridge to the people and their interaction helps shape the narrative. “Concerns have arisen regarding media access to certain events where journalists were denied entry. “It is not due to exclusion but to uphold professional

Playful Rimba meows his way into judges’ hearts

KUCHING: Rimba emerged the Best Cat in the annual Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) International Cat Competition 2024 here over the weekend. The competition at MyDin Petrajaya, Vista Tunku showcased cats of different breeds and sizes, but Rimba captured the judges’ hearts, standing out among the 92 cats competing for

Cat contest fosters love for animals

KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) International Cat Competition 2024, aims to encourage local and international cat owners to continue breeding, raising, and caring for cats of various breeds, fostering a deeper love and appreciation for animals. The competition was held at the MyDin Petra Jaya, Medan Vista here

Over 3,000 participants join Bomba run

KUCHING: Approximately 3,100 participants joined the Sarawak Bomba Run 2.0 2024 on Sunday. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) organised the event in collaboration with the Sarawak Fire Department Sports and Welfare Association (PESKEBS). The Sarawak Bomba Run 2.0 2024 was officially flagged off by Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman