Our natural world is polluted with plastic
IN 1897, Anton Chekov, the famous Russian playwright in his play, ‘Uncle Vanya’ wrote, “Man has been endowed with reason,…
Browsing: Columns
Yes, Abang Jo, we can get our own ‘Winter Sonata’!
DURING last weekend’s speech made by the Chief Minister of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at…
Tips for achieving a blooming garden
PROVIDING a favourable condition is the most important factor in flower gardening, and the ability to make that happen can…
Why it’s good to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries
IN my family, for as long as I can remember, we would always celebrate the birthdays and anniversaries of our…
The power of nature captured in art
THE earliest paintings encapsulating nature are from seventh century Chinese artists who were inspired by Taoism. The greatest age of…
What true Keluarga Malaysia means and looks like for our children
THE World Children’s Day, celebrated on Nov 20 each year, is aimed at a better future for every child. Our…
Unesco anoints Kuching with ‘Creative City’ of great cuisine status!
IT was a major confluence of the alignment of the stars that had gathered to visit upon Kuching city the…
Carbon offsets: A booming market or greenwashing?
CORPORATE carbon polluters plant trees to counter their CO2 emissions, but activists warn against greenwashing and say such afforestation schemes…