As modernity seeped in, what’s obsolete can be taken away. However, preservation and conservation of heritage while achieving a balance between the old and the new can be accomplished by enforcing the Sarawak Heritage Ordinance 2019. The Need for Heritage Preservation Heritage preservation is vital in a state rich in
Among the heritage highlighted in the current Sarawak Heritage Ordinance 2019, underwater heritage is a new addition to conserve what’s left behind under the sea. As looters take from these historical sites, diver Traci Tay shudders at the thought of future generations having not much underwater history to appreciate. Exploring
Sarawak is a state without roots if it does not have a historical identity. Only when we understand the past can we build a better future. James Yong, president of the Sarawak Heritage Society (SHS), elaborates on what constitutes heritage value and talks about the society’s roles in the community
Jagungart has been actively making his mark on many of Sarawak’s walls. His mural art is easily distinguished as it entails his signature 3D effect using spray paint. With a seven-year journey under his belt, the artist strives to make his mark internationally. Leaving marks all over the world Kong
For the past 34 years, crowds have flocked to the Kuching South City Council to experience the delicacies available at the Kuching Food Festival. The food festival becomes a ground of unique and creative arrays every year. But among the attractive, colourful, and brightly lit stalls are some older ones
The Mooncake Festival is approaching. Mooncakes, which are the symbol for the auspicious day, are made in batches by bakers to commemorate the event. For creative bakers, they move beyond the traditional baked skin mooncake to introduce new mooncakes to the market. This year, ice cream mooncakes take centre stage.
The name Winnie Albert has been trending in our local industry after a video of her singing a rendition of Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza’s “Percayalah” went viral. She dreams of going international one day. For the love of singing Winnie Albert, well-known in Sarawak’s Dayak community, had recently re-created a
Buda Anchah recently made the country proud again by winning two gold medals. The veteran professional bodybuilder is currently preparing for an upcoming championship. In an interview with New Sarawak Tribune, he discusses his 28-year career as a sportsman. Eat lean, lift heavy, aim high What is desired is often
Speaking in public can be nerve-racking. Emcee Anthony Voon, on the other hand, enjoys being on stage and talking. The man on stage An emcee is an important person at events. It is his/her responsibility to make sure the front appears presentable even though things can get messy behind the
It is common to experience grief after losing those important to us. However, it can be traumatising and lead to protracted grief for some people. The Dee Hati Grief Centre aims to provide holistic support to those who are grieving and also to spread knowledge on how to cope with
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