Common Ground’s first Ramadan buffet
BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI & NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS KUCHING: Common Ground, a Korean restaurant, recently organized its first-ever break-of-fast programme in conjunction with the month of Ramadan. The event, named ‘Sungkei Ga-Ja’, was attended by several media practitioners, such as New Sarawak Tribune, Suara Sarawak, Borneo Post, TVS, and Era Sarawak, as well as media […]
Fasting, faith and friendship
“Religious diversity should be celebrated, not feared. By recognising and accepting the differences in each other’s faiths, we can create a more vibrant and enriched society.” – Adam Smith (1723-1790) Scottish economist and philosopher. Every year, as Ramadan approaches, my non-Muslim and Muslim friends ask me, “Where are we going to break our fast this […]
MP allots fund for Ramadan activities
PUSA: Muslims, especially in Batang Lupar, are urged to celebrate the month of Ramadan by organising tarawih prayers, tadarus, and similar activities at the mosque. According to a news report by Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS), Batang Lupar MP Mohamad Shafizan Kepli said such tradition is essential to enliven the atmosphere in the mosque. Mohamad […]
Observe Ramadan meaningfully, says YB
SARATOK: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri has called on Muslims to observe the fasting month of Ramadan meaningfully. “Muslims must be keeping track of the upcoming fasting month which is less than 10 days away. “I hope that each mosque and surau management committee has also prepared religious programme and welfare programmes for this Ramadan,” he […]
Grand Margherita, Riverside Majestic offer Ramadan buffet spread
KUCHING: Grand Margherita Hotel and Riverside Majestic Hotel are offering buffet dinners in conjunction with the upcoming Ramadan month. A wide selection of both local and international cuisine will be served at their restaurants, namely, Majestic Restaurant at Riverside Majestic Hotel’s Puteri Wing, Sape Restaurant at Riverside Majestic’s Astana Wing and Orchid Garden Coffee House […]
Ramadan an opportunity to connect with consumers
KUALA LUMPUR: Meta Malaysia has revealed its Meta Ramadan Moment Study results, conducted in partnership with YouGov, to help businesses create connections and explore opportunities to connect with consumers during Ramadan. The study is to provide guidance and suggest some recommended steps for businesses to reach out to their customers on various Meta platforms. Meta […]
Assemblywoman on the meaning of Ramadan
SRI AMAN: The month of Ramadan often brings blessing to Muslims and highlights the importance of charity, said Lingga assemblywoman Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor. She noted that the community must embrace a feeling of hunger and thirst during the month as it reflected the plight of the poor, marginalised, or those affected by disasters. “Therefore […]
Food aid given to 100 needy folk in Limbang
LIMBANG: A total of 100 needy people received food aid during the Ziarah Ukas programme in conjunction with Ramadan. According to a statement, the aid was presented by Batu Danau assemblyman Paulus Palu Gumbang at Surau Nur Raudah Kampung Buluh Balui last Sunday (April 24). “The government is always concerned and strives to assist the […]
MBKS donates to surau, mosques and orphans
By Neville Timothy Sanders & Annabell Naja Tommy KUCHING: Seventeen surau and mosques received financial aid of RM700 as well as two boxes of dates each yesterday. In addition, RM150 and a box of dates were given to 170 orphans each. The donations were handed over by Kuching City South Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee […]
NSJA holds Ramadan and Hari Raya Photography Competition
MIRI: The Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA) is holding its first Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2022 Photography Competition. According to Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew, the competition’s objective is to promote the Ramadan and Hari Raya atmosphere in Miri through social media platforms in the […]
