Beyond the numbers, Sarawak’s HIV/AIDS journey
IN Sarawak, Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is not a new issue; it has been present in the Sarawak and Malaysia since the late 1980s. However, recent data from the Department of Health Sarawak shows a rising trend in cases over the past seven years. In 2022, as many as 2,720 people tested positive […]
Higher Education Ministry urged to address HIV cases among same-sex tertiary students
KUCHING: The Ministry of Higher Education has been urged to look into addressing the prevalence of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) cases among tertiary students in Malaysia arising from same sex relationships. Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) Women Chief Dr Daroyah Alwi said the ministry should set up a taskforce to study this supposed trend in greater […]
Cream of the crops: Ice cream trends in Kuching
Anyone who’s experienced pangs of hunger and cravings when looking at an ice cream cone can attest that the sugary, creamy treat is near irresistible. When you break down the chemistry behind ice cream, it’s easy to see why: It’s been engineered to have the perfect combination of elements — sugar, fat, frozen water, and […]
The rising trend of super spicy — instant noodles
Instant noodles have been around for decades. With the array of flavours available in the Malaysian market, recent trends saw a hike in demand for spicy noodles. The spicier the better, as different brands compete to see who can create the ultimate spicy noodle. In search of the ultimate spicy noodles A quick, easy and […]
More opting for cremation
MIRI: More people are opting for cremation as an alternative choice, which has seen a rising trend during the Covid-19 pandemic. According to Transport Minister Datuk Lee Kim Shin, an average 20 bodies a month have been cremated at the Crematorium of Persatuan Ghee San Riam Miri. “From January this year until now, 272 bodies […]
