CNY decorations galore in the city

MIRI: This city, particularly along Jalan Raja, High Street and Miri Times Square, are filled with various kinds of Chinese New Year (CNY) lights and other decorations used to celebrate the Year of the Rat. Hundreds of people flocked to these places over the past few days looking for CNY decorations and other festive items […]

The everlasting appeal of Lion Dancing

A symbol of good luck As little children, our parents would carry us on their shoulders within a crowd to watch lion dancing. How delighted we were then and today, the joy and excitement of performances never goes away regardless of how many one has seen. When did this iconic cultural practice begin? Legend has […]

Vibrant red lanterns set CNY mood

SIBU: The festive mood is here as the Chinese New Year celebration is around the corner. Vibrant red lanterns and other decorative items have already been on sale in many shops to cater for those who intend to get an early start to their CNY decorations. The five-foot ways outside many premises have been beautifully […]

CNY mood engulfs bazaar

SIBU: Visitors are dazzled by the uniqueness of the Chinese New Year (CNY) bazaar at Rejang Park Arcade here. As the Chinese New Year nears, Rejang Park Arcade is already getting into the mood with its very colourful and elaborate decoration. CNY bazaar here operates daily from 8am until 11pm and is jointly organised by JCI […]