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This year, Hispanic Heritage Month is not just about celebrating culture.

It’s about teaching it.
Living it.
Reclaiming it.

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Bintulu Development Authority launches hydroponic farming initiative to tackle urban food security BINTULU (July 11): A new hydroponic farming initiative launched in Bintulu aims to tackle food sustainability in urban areas while empowering local communities, said Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) general manager Datu Muhamad Yakup Kari. Undertaken by BDA with key partners, the initiative promotes sustainable agriculture alongside environmental awareness and community engagement. “We extend our appreciation […]

Bintulu Development Authority launches hydroponic farming initiative to tackle urban food security #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

RM195.35 million for 48 infrastructure projects in Sabah KOTA KINABALU (July 11): The federal government has approved an allocation of RM195.35 million for the implementation of 48 infrastructure development and restoration projects across Sabah. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the allocation falls under the ministry’s Development Programme Rolling Plan 5 (RP5) for the year 2025, part of the Twelfth […]

RM195.35 million for 48 infrastructure projects in Sabah #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Mt Kinabalu rapids normal occurrence, all 155 climbers safe – Sabah Parks Trustees Board KOTA KINABALU (July 11): A total of 155 climbers on Mount Kinabalu safely crossed the cascading streams at the summit of the mountain following heavy rain that hit early yesterday morning. According to a statement from the Sabah Parks Trustees Board (SPTB), the 6.15 am incident saw fast-flowing water streaming down from the plateau area […]

Mt Kinabalu rapids normal occurrence, all 155 climbers safe – Sabah Parks Trustees Board #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Swinburne launches Graduate Diploma of Education to equip teachers for dynamic classrooms KUCHING (July 11): As schools across Malaysia and the region face increasing challenges in recruiting qualified teachers, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus is stepping forward with the launch of its Graduate Diploma of Education (GDE). The postgraduate programme is designed to prepare future-ready educators for today’s dynamic classrooms. Swinburne Sarawak said in a statement that the one-year full-time (or two-year part-time) programme is open to degree holders from any discipline and blends design-thinking, educational innovation, and reflective practice to offer a transformative pathway into the teaching profession. The course also responds to Sarawak’s development goals by addressing the growing

Swinburne launches Graduate Diploma of Education to equip teachers for dynamic classrooms #CultureAndCommunity #General

Indonesia stresses worker protection in talks with Qatar Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Ministry for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (KP2MI) has emphasized worker protection during discussions on potential cooperation in job placements with Qatar. “Since the spirit of this ministry is protection, we emphasize protection,” Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers Abdul Kadir Karding said after a meeting with representatives of the Qatari Ministry of Labour at his ministry’s office here on Thursday. He noted that Qatar is the only country in the Middle East that has ratified the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions, under which a series of agreements related to global labor standards

Indonesia stresses worker protection in talks with Qatar #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Ministry readies 9 thousand laptops for Sekolah Rakyat Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Ministry of Social Affairs has readied around 9 thousand laptops to support students’ learning at 100 government-backed, tuition-free schools under the Sekolah Rakyat program this year. The ministry’s Secretary General, Robben Rico, noted that procurement of the laptops is planned based on the number of students in each school, so the total may increase. “The number of students is around 9,700 for the first 100 schools,” he remarked after monitoring the simulation of Sekolah Rakyat implementation at the Handayani Center of the Ministry of Social Affairs in Jakarta on Wednesday. He emphasized that those laptops will

Ministry readies 9 thousand laptops for Sekolah Rakyat #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Indonesia reaffirms support for mosque project in Croatia Jakarta (ANTARA) – Deputy Foreign Minister Anis Matta on Wednesday reiterated Indonesia’s commitment to supporting the construction of the Istiqlal Osijek Islamic Center (ICO) in Croatia. In an official statement issued on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Matta conveyed the commitment during his visit to the ICO site. He was accompanied by the Indonesian Ambassador to Zagreb and the head of the Dompet Dhuafa Waqf Development and Investment Agency. While the project is being funded by government grants, the deputy minister also encouraged Indonesian zakat organizations to contribute to it. The development of the Islamic center reflects

Indonesia reaffirms support for mosque project in Croatia #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Sabah CM: State Assembly sitting likely last for current term, hints at imminent state election KOTA KINABALU (July 9): Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has indicated that the recently concluded Sabah State Legislative Assembly sitting may be the final one for the current term, setting the stage for the next state election. When asked by reporters if the just-ended sitting would be the last, Hajiji, who was in […]

Sabah CM: State Assembly sitting likely last for current term, hints at imminent state election #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Kuching South Mayor shares urban solutions at World Cities Summit in Vienna KUCHING (July 4): Kuching South Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, was among the city leaders invited to speak at the prestigious Mayors Forum of the World Cities Summit, held in Vienna, Austria, from July 2 to 4. Themed “Liveable and Sustainable Cities: Local Solutions, Global Impact”, the forum brought together mayors from around the world to exchange ideas on urban development and foster global collaboration in city governance. Jointly organised by Singapore’s Centre for Liveable Cities (CLC) and the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), the by-invitation-only forum served as a platform for mayors to engage in high-level discussions and share practical

Kuching South Mayor shares urban solutions at World Cities Summit in Vienna #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Sarawak healthcare must move beyond clinical service, medical tourism, says Dr Sim KUCHING (July 4): Healthcare in Sarawak must move beyond clinical service and medical tourism to encompass research, manufacturing, and innovation, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government said Sarawak is building a full medical ecosystem that includes hospital services, research, and high-tech medical manufacturing — especially in burn and wound care. “Service is important — don’t get me wrong. But service alone is not enough. You must do research. Even if the idea seems small, even if it comes from the Jungle of Borneo, it’s still an idea —

Sarawak healthcare must move beyond clinical service, medical tourism, says Dr Sim #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

UMS ‘hybrid fish trap’ innovation increases fishermen’s yields KOTA KINABALU (July 4): The use of a hybrid fish trap can provide additional income for traditional fishermen who rely on fishing rods, nets and trawls in nearshore waters. The Vice Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Prof Datuk Dr Kasim Hj Mansor, said that pilot tests using the trap were conducted among artisanal fishermen in Semporna and along the university’s coastal area. “The trial results showed that fishermen were able to earn no less than RM400 per week in additional income, supplementing their usual earnings from fishing, netting and trawling,” he said. Dr Kasim said this during the ‘Knowledge

UMS ‘hybrid fish trap’ innovation increases fishermen’s yields #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Telang Usan blockade: Penan duo released on bond MIRI (July 4): Two Penan men under remand for allegedly obstructing Sarawak Forest Department (SFD) officers from discharging their duties last week were released on bond by the Magistrates’ Court today. Senior Assistant Registrar Mohammad Helmi Ahmad Jani issued the order following an application by a prosecuting officer from the SFD. In the application, the […]

Telang Usan blockade: Penan duo released on bond #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

‘YAKIN AMBASSADORS’ initiative launched to humanise regenerative health KUALA LUMPUR (July 4): TV News Anchor Gan Jiang Han first heard about stem cell therapy, it sounded like science fiction. But yesterday, he and three other beloved Malaysian TV News Anchors – Lim She Ting, Tan Ley Teng, and Marsila Hassan – are lending their voices to a nationwide campaign that could change how […]

‘YAKIN AMBASSADORS’ initiative launched to humanise regenerative health #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Rural Sabah students embrace multimedia studies as promising career path KOTA KINABALU (July 4): Many students in rural Sabah are showing a strong interest in multimedia studies, recognising it as a niche field with relatively low competition and high creative potential. According to Geomatika College Keningau Business Development Manager, Roger Romeo, multimedia may not be a mainstream career choice like medicine, engineering or teaching, and […]

Rural Sabah students embrace multimedia studies as promising career path #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

East Meets West: Shanghai Bridal 2025 to Showcase Unprecedented Fusion of Chinese Heritage & Global Design SHANGHAI, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Organized by Shanghai International Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., the Shanghai Bridal Fashion Showroom 2025 will be held from July 16th to 18th at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Featuring 200+ exhibiting brands from 14 countries and regions and showcasing 2,000+ original new products, the exhibition promises an unparalleled celebration of bridal innovation. Spotlight on Chinese Design: Perfectly Presenting Innovative Heritage The 2025 edition highlights the rise of Chinese bridal designers, with leading brands including WANGFENG BRIDAL, LAFINE, ST.WHITE, VIO WANG, DE GARBO, RIMA VIRA, 5’VOZ, HearGarden, Pallimo, Xiu Qipao, TianXi, and KATE LANNAR. These designers will showcase their

East Meets West: Shanghai Bridal 2025 to Showcase Unprecedented Fusion of Chinese Heritage & Global Design #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Summer Starts Here: June at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club PORTSMOUTH, N.H.,  /PRNewswire/ — Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club invites you to kick off the summer season with a stellar lineup of live performances throughout June. From genre-defying newcomers to legendary artists, there’s something for every music lover on our stage. Make your way downtown and experience the sound of summer—only at Jimmy’s in the heart of Portsmouth NH. Upcoming Performances Alexa Tarantino Quartet on Friday, June 6 at 7:30 PM: Rising star saxophonist Alexa Tarantino brings sharp artistry and fresh arrangements to her modern jazz quartet. Gillian Margot & Geoffrey Keezer on Sunday, June 8 at 7:30 PM: Vocalist Gillian Margot joins Grammy-nominated pianist Geoffrey Keezer for a night of elegance, chemistry, and world-class musicianship. Local Artist Series: Johnny

Summer Starts Here: June at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Tired of Nashville’s Gatekeeping, These Brothers Built an AI Country Artist and Invented a New Genre NASHVILLE, Tenn.,  /PRNewswire/ — Imagine Loretta Lynn writing her truth today, with a little help from tomorrow. That’s the vision behind A-Country, a new genre pioneered by the YouTube channel Country Cate, where real country songwriting meets artificial vocal performance. It’s tradition—tuned for a new era. Created by American brothers Jonathan and Josh Durey, Country Cate blends heart-wrenching, human-penned lyrics with AI-generated vocals to deliver something hauntingly familiar yet entirely new. This isn’t synthetic pop dressed up in boots. It’s A-Country—real country songs, crafted with love, powered by technology, and aimed straight at the soul. “We didn’t set out to ‘disrupt’ country music,” says

Tired of Nashville’s Gatekeeping, These Brothers Built an AI Country Artist and Invented a New Genre #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Lancome Brings Idole House to NYC NEW YORK,  /PRNewswire/ — To celebrate 90 years, Lancôme unveiled a house unlike any other: Idôle House. Inspired by global recording artist and Lancôme global brand ambassador, Olivia Rodrigo, Idôle House opened last night for a kickoff party with friends of Lancôme, including Lancôme global brand ambassador Amanda Seyfried, Gabrielle Union,  Rachel Bilson and Ed Westwick – the latter four having recently starred in the viral Lancôme Juicy Kissing Web. Rodrigo and Lancôme Global Brand President, Francoise Lehmann, toasted guests at the pop-up Thursday night, which is now open through June 8th to the public. NOTABLE GUESTS: Lancôme Global Ambassador Olivia Rodrigo, Lancôme Global Ambassador Amanda Seyfried, and friends of Lancôme Gabrielle Union, Rachel Bilson,

Lancome Brings Idole House to NYC #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Blues Legend Chris Cain to Headline Benefit Concert in Parker County WILLOW PARK, Texas,  /PRNewswire/ — The Parker County Pickers are proud to present a powerhouse night of live blues with legendary guitarist and vocalist Chris Cain, performing Saturday, June 14th at Parker County Brewing Company in downtown Willow Park. Widely hailed as one of the greatest blues guitarists of our time, Cain brings his soulful vocals and searing fretwork to a special evening of music, community, and giving back. The event is a benefit concert supporting the Lilly Youth & Arts Foundation, a nonprofit committed to expanding access to music and arts education for underserved youth in Parker County and beyond. This intimate outdoor show will spotlight not only

Blues Legend Chris Cain to Headline Benefit Concert in Parker County #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

88RISING Launches “Road to Fam – The Finale” with Levi’s® and Fam Studios Bangkok to empower the next generation BANGKOK,  /PRNewswire/ — 88rising, the pioneering global music and media company representing the best of Asian talent, continues to mark the roll-out of Future Asian Music (FAM), a music distribution platform powering the future of Asian independent and emerging music, with a 2-day celebration in Bangkok (July 8-9). ‘Bangkok will be host to Future Asian Music and Levi’s® Road to FAM – The Finale, the final stop in the multi-city music series that toured Southeast Asia in May, and launch FAM Studios Bangkok, a dedicated community space for budding artists developed in partnership with Cloud11, a Bangkok-based tech collective empowering creators through labs and studios. Road to FAM

88RISING Launches “Road to Fam – The Finale” with Levi’s® and Fam Studios Bangkok to empower the next generation #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Award-Winning Maori artist to perform at Rainforest World Music Festival as Asean and New Zealand Celebrate 50th Anniversary KUALA LUMPUR –  The New Zealand High Commission in Kuala Lumpur is proud to announce that award-winning Māori artist Rob Ruha and band will perform at the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2025 in Sarawak. Ruha (of Te Whānau-ā-Apanui and Ngāti Porou descent) is an acclaimed Māori musician and Arts Laureate whose distinctive “haka soul” style blends traditional Māori performance elements with genres like R&B, soul, and reggae. “My heritage plays a fundamental part of what I think my music is,” Ruha said. “I not only write predominantly in my first language Te Reo Māori (the Māori Language), but the

Award-Winning Maori artist to perform at Rainforest World Music Festival as Asean and New Zealand Celebrate 50th Anniversary #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Exploring Latvia’s Cheeses: A Perfect Fit for the Malaysian Market As the key parties to promote the new initiative aimed at enhancing global appreciation for Europe’s finest agricultural products, The National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Greece (ETHEAS) and the Latvian Dairy Committee (LDC), is now spotlighting Latvia’s exceptional dairy offerings, tailored for Malaysian consumers. The “Premium European Products” campaign under the initiative program of “Information Provision and Promotion Measures on Agricultural Products in Canada, Malaysia and South Korea”, aims to elevate the global recognition of European agricultural excellence. Its core objectives are to increase awareness, enhance consumer recognition, drive consumption, and ultimately boost exports of premium European products to

Exploring Latvia’s Cheeses: A Perfect Fit for the Malaysian Market #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Pan Mei Chen “Returning Home” 2025 World Tour Concert at Resorts World Genting on 2 August 2025 Genting Highlands – One of Mandopop’s most iconic and enduring voices, Pan Mei Chen, will officially launch her highly anticipated “Returning Home” 2025 World Tour on 02 August 2025 at 6pm at the Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting. This momentous concert marks her long-awaited return to the international stage and promises an emotional and immersive live experience that celebrates her storied musical legacy. Widely known as the “Queen of a Thousand Stages”, Pan Mei Chen has spent nearly three decades shaping the landscape of Mandarin pop music. Her career is defined by a deep emotional connection with fans, creative

Pan Mei Chen “Returning Home” 2025 World Tour Concert at Resorts World Genting on 2 August 2025 #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Trader Loses RM175,000 in Non-Existent Sports Supply Scam KUALA TERENGGANU – A 50-year-old trader was conned out of RM175,452.80 by a syndicate posing as government contractors offering a fake sports equipment supply deal. According to Kuala Terengganu police chief Supt Azli Mohd Noor, the victim was introduced to the scam by a foster sibling who claimed to have received a contract from the […]

Trader Loses RM175,000 in Non-Existent Sports Supply Scam #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

TGE Pioneers an Iconic Fashion Show at the New York Stock Exchange’s Trading Floor PARIS, NEW YORK and SINGAPORE,  /PRNewswire/ — AMTD Group Inc. (“AMTD” or the “Group”), alongside The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE), a subsidiary of the Group under AMTD Digital (NYSE: HKD), jointly announced that L’OFFICIEL is proud to orchestrate a groundbreaking fashion event on the legendary trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange, the first of its kind in history. Through an unprecedented live exhibition and runway show, twenty nine iconic dresses from the world’s most celebrated designers—Chanel, Emilio Pucci, Prada, Dior, Versace, Gucci, Azzedine Alaïa, Azzaro, Vivienne Westwood, Moschino, Yves Saint Laurent, Giorgio Armani, Moschino, Givenchy and Valentino among others—have been presented in a striking

TGE Pioneers an Iconic Fashion Show at the New York Stock Exchange’s Trading Floor #CultureAndCommunity #General

Food Haven After Dark: Nite Street Market at Rampai Business Park KUALA LUMPUR, 14 June 2025 — As the sun sets over Sri Rampai, the otherwise quiet streets of Rampai Business Park come alive with sizzling woks, aromatic broths, and cheerful chatter as the Nite Street Market takes over. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and affordable eats, this evening bazaar has become a hotspot for food […]

Food Haven After Dark: Nite Street Market at Rampai Business Park #CultureAndCommunity #Featured

Kuala Abai in Kota Belud to get mobile refuelling service KOTA BELUD (June 14): The Petronas’ Mobile Refuelling Service (ROVR) is scheduled to commence operations in Kuala Abai here on June 21, as part of efforts to enhance access to fuel supplies for rural communities. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the service, which supplies RON95 petrol, is a […]

Kuala Abai in Kota Belud to get mobile refuelling service #CultureAndCommunity #Featured