Awe-inspiring Sarawakians leave their indelible mark
KUCHING: This year, Sarawak bid farewell to two extraordinary individuals who have left an indelible mark in the state’s history. One of them was Seliman Bandang. Born over a century ago and from Rumah Mulok, Klua Krian, Saratok, Seliman had etched his name in history as the oldest man not just in the state but […]
City turns 35; twin administration ensures efficient system
KUCHING: Kuching celebrated its 35th anniversary as a city on August 1. It was officially inaugurated as a city on Aug 1, 1988 after an application for Kuching to be elevated to city status was made at the behest of the people. The petition was made by the Chairman of Kuching Municipal Council (KMC) at […]
Two dates for youths to remember and cherish
BINTULU: It is important youths are aware of the significance of two dates – July 22 and September 16 – in the state’s and nation’s history. Assemblyman Tamin Christopher Gira Sambang who stated this emphasised that Sarawak is not a Malaysian state. He said Sarawak is a region whose status is not the same as […]
Sarawak’s journey towards restoration
As Sarawak celebrates its 60th anniversary, there are many successes and achievements that the state, along with its people, can be proud of. The state government has actively fought to restore Sarawak’s rights as enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). However, many Malaysians still do not understand how Sabah, Sarawak, and the Peninsular (previously […]
Surrender of terrorist commander Ubong
I’ve always seen first responders as unsung heroes and very special people because, when everyone else is running away from danger, they run into it. – Dwayne Johnson, American professional wrestler We have all heard of the unrepentant Skrang rebel Rentap, but few know the story of Sarawak’s Ubong Nuing. Like Rentap, Ubong relied on […]
The man who was destined for greatness
Any man who has ever tried to use political power for the common good has felt an awful sense of powerlessness. — Robert Casey, American lawyer and politician If Tan Sri Stephen Kalong Ningkan was alive, he would be celebrating his 101st birthday today. Appropriately, yesterday was the first day of the Chinese Hungry Ghost Month, […]
Electra House now and then
BY CRYSTAL WONG Electra House opened for the first time in August 1965. When it opened it was completely a different affair as Sarawak was only two years in being a part of Malaysia. Hundreds and thousands of commuters from all over the area still passed through the bus depot that was once the centre […]
Sarawak ‘GIANTS’ and their stone culture
The marble not yet carved can hold the form of every thought the greatest artist has. – Michelangelo, Italian sculptor I was browsing through my old newspaper clippings when I came across a gem of a story — Megalithic culture of the Kelabit Highlands. In Kelabit folklore, their ancestors were giants called “Seluyah” — a […]
Historic St James’ Anglican Church, Kampung Quop
BY SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA & ALVERTEKOSTER ANYAP KUCHING: St James’ Anglican Church, at Kampung Quop which was consecrated in 1865, is one of the oldest churches in Sarawak at 156 years old. While the church — made mainly of belian wood — has survived rain and shine, some parts made of softer wood have succumbed […]
Discovery of giant pillars raises questions
BY AINI SELIKANG SEBUYAU: The discovery of giant pillars, believed to be remnants of the Rumah Melanau structure, has raised questions among the public. Located in Sangki, about 5km from Sebuyau, these pillars are taller and bigger than the Rumah Melanau which still exists in Matu. According to Kampung Badong village head Haslimi Hassan, the […]
