Author: Sarah Hafizah Chandra

Culinary delights await at Ramadan bazaars

KUCHING: As Ramadan approaches, various food and beverage vendors are preparing to showcase their culinary delights at Ramadan bazaars across the city. For 18-year-old entrepreneur Airis Qayla Hafeez, the coming month is not just a time for spiritual reflection and family gatherings but also an important period for her business.

Striving for balance in a whirlwind

‘Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.’ — American singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, Dolly Parton Work-life balance — it is something we all strive for but often find elusive, especially in fast-paced industries like journalism. The idea of neatly separating professional responsibilities

A flood unlike any other

‘We cannot stop natural disasters but we can arm ourselves with knowledge: so many lives wouldn’t have to be lost if there was enough disaster preparedness.’ – Czech model, television host, and philanthropist, Petra Němcová Nothing is like waking up to gloomy and rainy weather in the morning. It is

PSB’s integration into GPS marks new political era

KUCHING: Festive seasons are a time of warmth, joy, and togetherness, where families and friends reunite to celebrate cherished traditions and strengthen bonds. This Chinese New Year, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, along with other state leaders, took time from their busy schedules to visit open

Flood victims plead for urgent assistance on social media

BINTULU: As relentless downpours continue across Sarawak, flood victims have taken to social media to plead for urgent assistance. Many have shared distressing images and videos of rising floodwaters submerging homes, roads and vehicles. Some have made desperate calls for rescue while others are seeking food, clean water and shelter.

Tiong spends day one of CNY assisting Bintulu flood victims

BINTULU: Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing spent the first day of Chinese New Year assisting flood victims following heavy rain and king tide that left large parts of the district submerged. In several social media posts, pictures and videos showed the Bintulu MP on the ground, personally assisting in evacuating

Miri Civic Centre activated as relief centre for landslide victims

MIRI: The Miri Civic Centre here has been officially designated as a temporary relief centre to provide shelter for victims of a landslide that struck Kampung Lereng Bukit. The landslide, which occurred on today (Jan 27), has displaced residents in the affected area. In a statement released by the Miri

Expected isolated thunderstorms in Sarawak inland areas until Feb 3

KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a weather warning for Sarawak, forecasting adverse conditions over the coming days. According to the forecast, which covers the period from Jan 28 to Feb 3, Sarawak is expected to experience isolated thunderstorms in inland areas during the morning and afternoon, while

Youth Council to nurture leadership skills among students

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) has officially established its Youth Council, comprising 22 students, aged nine to 17, from various schools across Samarahan. The initiative, encouraged by United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) under the United Nations and supported by the Samarahan community, aims to nurture

Trump’s executive orders that reshape America and world

QUOTE: “Not so long ago, during the election campaign, I was targeted in an attempted assassination attempt, when a bullet pierced through my ear. But God saved me because my purpose is to ‘make America great again’,” – Donald J Trump. Donald J. Trump’s return to the White House for