Rearranging society
We learn by rearranging what we know. – Ludwig Wittgenstein, British philosopher The early 17th century ushered in subtle insights into law, politics and government that declared in veiled language that since government produces nothing, it is incapable of rearranging society. A country becomes a nation of political systems with methods, ways and means to […]
Inaugural Unity Cup Table Tennis Open Teams Championship
BY JAMES WONG AND LEE SHAW WEI KUCHING: More multiracial tournaments and activities should be organised within Sarawak to promote unity, harmony and patriotism among our society in the future. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin said that sports can serve as a significant platform to create a harmonious and united society. “As we […]
Society needs donation to run shelter services
KUCHING: The Sarawak Women for Women Society needs donations for its Women in Need Need Empowerment (WINNE) Safe Space. The society said the donation is to help maintain the shelter services, adding that 100 per cent of donated funds will be used to purchase essential items and services for the shelter residents such as food, […]
RM6 mln for youth development programmes
By NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: Sarawak will set aside a sum of RM6.1 million next year for youth development and mass sport programmes. Finance and New Economy Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said sports, arts, and culture are important as they reflect one’s self-identity, unite the people, […]
Rotarians donate fans benevolent society
SIBU: The Rotary Club of Sibu (RCS) contributed two units of ceiling fan to the Sibu Benevolent Society at Jalan Teng Chin Hua here in conjunction with the visit of the govenor of Rotary International District 3310 Joanne Kam. Kam from Singapore handed over the contribution to the Society’s Board of Management chairman John Ting […]
Special needs, a way forward
The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away. – Pablo Picasso, Spanish painter As our society progresses, are we leaving the most disadvantaged in our society behind? How a nation and its people care for and treat minorities and those with special needs shows its […]
Architects have pivotal role in influencing society
SIBU: Architects create spaces and breathe life into these spaces, thus making them important influencers of society. Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development, Datuk Roland Sagah therefore hoped the 33rd Annual Architectural Student Workshop 2022 (MAKARA) will ignite and encourage a confluence of ideas, knowledge, innovation and design. “Take this opportunity to share, learn, […]
Society draws a leaf from stricken children
KUCHING: The Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society revealed that it draws its greatest inspiration and lessons from cancer-afflicted children. Despite the disease turning their world upside down at such as a young age, the society said these children face life with ease and simplicity. “Life threw them a curveball, but they decided to make the best […]
Looking forward to more aid
KUCHING: Members of the public are looking forward to the announcement of the Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang (BKSS) 9.0. The financial package is expected to be announced soon which will help the people to cope with the increasing of cost of living. Deputy Premier Datuk Prof Dr Sim Kui Hian who revealed this recently said […]
Following the instinct
Ideas pull the trigger, but instinct loads the gun. — Don Marquis, American humourist and author Welcome to another episode of Through The Looking Glass. As you read from last week, it was a struggle to not lose my identity, from what my society expected of a girl and her capabilities in the 80’s. I […]
