Author: Priscilla Tawie

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

Revolutionising kidney care

KIDNEY diseases have become increasingly prevalent in Malaysia, with the country ranking among the highest, as over 51,000 Malaysians live with EndStage Renal Disease (ESRD), according to an article by Code Blue. Globally, it is estimated that one in 10 people have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), while nine in 10

A journey through journalism

Reading a news article is a simple task, but writing one requires significant time and effort. Often overlooked for their contributions to society, journalists possess skills built from years of experience. From mastering the art of researching to crafting a story from scratch, their labour of love ensures that accurate

Balancing artistry, motherhood, and cultural heritage

Life has always been hectic for Arafah Edruce. However, recently, she has entered a new chapter. The transition has been seamless as she embraces this new stage in life. New Chapters Throughout her young adulthood, Arafah Edruce, famously known as Arabyrd, has been consistently on the road with a hectic

Sampling Indonesian instant noodle delights

In the writer’s second Mie Sedaap escapade article, she explores additional flavours acquired from the Serikin Weekend Market. In the end, she learns a valuable lesson about noodles. Taste Test From my last Mie Sedaap escapade, I was intrigued to explore more flavours. Where better to find Indonesian varieties not

Honor 200 ProPortrait powerhouse

Honor recently launched the its new Honor 200 Pro, co-engineered with Studio Harcourt Paris, which offers professional studio portrait photography and is the first to receive the world’s renowned portrait effect as its exclusive mode, the Harcourt Portrait Mode. Midrange device that packs a punch When Honor introduces the ‘N’

Journey of a rising star in Malaysian entertainment

Growing up, radio announcer Alisa Spencer always showcased her talent through singing. Her strong vocal chords led to many powerful performances. Starting by singing at home, at school, and uploading cover videos on social media, Alisa’s passion for singing never faltered. Recently, Alisa released her first single under Jyan Entertainment,