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Author: Priscilla Tawie

Trevi Café — Saradise’s hidden gem

A newly opened establishment in the quaint Saradise area, Trevi Cafe, intends to bring a European-style ambience to Kuching. The cafe features Italian- and French-inspired architecture and one-of-a-kind settings so that diners can enjoy their cups of coffee with a different feel.  European ambience in the comfort of our own

Queenie Ting — Malaysian queen of discus

Sarikei-born discus throw athlete Queenie Ting recently broke the national record in the women’s category, shattering a five-year-old record previously held by Choo Kang Ni from Johor. At a distance of 48.56 metre, the sportswoman inches closer to her target of breaking the 50-metre mark in the future.  Success driven

Captive breeding — a plausible conservation method

Certified zoo consultant Benson Kho has more than 15 years of experience in exotic wildlife. He recently shared his thoughts and opinions on the captive breeding method in order to save certain species from extinction.   Working towards maintaining a healthy ecosystem Conservation of wildlife is vital as it helps the

Sexual harassment — a severe and pervasive issue

Sexual harassment has always been a deep-rooted issue in society, but many cases have gone unnoticed and unreported due to social stigma and many others. However, things have started to change for the better as student Ain Husniza recently caught the public’s attention and sparked a movement nationwide to address

International Nurses’ Day 2021

May 12 is celebrated annually as International Nurses’ Day, as it is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Joyce The found her calling as a nurse, and shares her journey and experiencecaring for people physically, mentally and emotionally. Caring for physical and mental wellbeing The

The reality of raising eight children

Being a mother is not an easy job for Victoria Joanne, she had to face the monumental task of raising eight children, each with their own different personalities and behaviours. Considering the disparities, it is certainly a remarkable feat. Enjoying every bits and moment For many parents, life changes as

The curative effects of Asian ointments

Growing up in an Asian household, ointments play a vital role. From tummy aches, to bruises and headaches, Asian ointment is known for its magic to ease many problems. Although these ointments may not do everything your mother claims it does, here are some of the favourite iconic ointments that

Anas Popcorn — in a class of its own

Popcorn represents one of the most popular snack foods for consumers in a large part of the world. A freshly made popcorn produces a crumbly taste, crunchy texture, and a fluffy mouth-filling feeling at every bite. Using a self-built machine and a manual method, local producer Anas Popcorn takes the

Serenity below the surface

At every chance she gets, Valenice Tiong loves spending her time below the ocean’s surface. The certified diver admits she is addicted to the calm and serenity under water, plus the excitement and thrills of facing a different environment every time. Living a childhood dream Finding solace underwater, amidst marine

History of the Blacksmith Road

As we go through phases of modernisation, many old buildings have been replaced with new ones, leaving only the legacy and memories behind. One such place that held significance was Blacksmith Road — a settlement for Henghua fishermen and Hakka blacksmiths. Once a bustling centre for metalware traders With rapid