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Daily Express
18-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Express
Man dies at Beaufort food stall
Published on: Friday, July 18, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The deceased at the scene. BEAUFORT: An elderly Bisaya, Jislin Muska @ Muskah, collapsed and died in front of a food stall in Bingkul on Wednesday. Beaufort District Police Chief Supt Wong Leong Meng confirmed the 9.40am incident on Thursday. Advertisement Earlier that morning, the deceased left home with his wife and son to go to the hospital for his wife's dialysis treatment. Before heading to the hospital, they stopped for breakfast at a food stall in Bingkul, opposite the Beaufort Water Department. 'After finishing breakfast, the deceased went to the toilet behind the shop. Upon returning and heading back to his seat, he suddenly collapsed and lost consciousness,' said Supt Wong. The deceased's son immediately contacted the hospital for emergency assistance. Upon arrival, medical personnel confirmed that the man had died at the scene. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
YPS debuts at Pesta Babulang with ‘Rhythm of Unity' sape performance
YPS's debut performance at Pesta Babulang. KUCHING (July 5): Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) made its first appearance at Pesta Babulang last Saturday (June 28), presenting a vibrant sape performance during the festival's cultural night at Batu Danau, Limbang. The YPS Sape Ambassadors performed a showcase titled Rhythm of Unity, which received a warm reception from the local audience. In a statement, YPS said the appearance reflected its mission to preserve Sarawak's diverse cultural heritage and promote unity among its many ethnic communities. The group uses the traditional sound of the sape to foster intergenerational and cross-cultural connections. 'Bringing the Sape Ambassadors to Limbang for the first time was a deliberate and meaningful step in this ongoing journey. 'The performance was not only well-received by the audience but also resonated with community leaders and cultural patrons,' said YPS. The event was supported by YPS member and Patron of Persatuan Bisaya Sarawak, Dato Paulus Palu Gumbang, and members of the association who welcomed YPS's participation at the festival. Persatuan Bisaya Sarawak president Joseph Blandoi expressed appreciation for the effort. 'We have received applause from the people, and they said that the performance was entertaining. 'We thank and appreciate YPS's support. Hoping to see the team again next year', he said in the statement. YPS also held an informal sape jamming session on June 27 at the festival's mini stage, inviting festival-goers to experience the instrument up close. The foundation used the opportunity to share its mission, vision, and ongoing initiatives in cultural preservation, youth engagement, and community development. Pesta Babulang, held annually by the Bisaya community, celebrates the end of the harvest season and the beginning of a new cycle. Known for its cultural parades, rituals, and iconic buffalo races, the festival is a key expression of Bisaya identity and heritage. For those who missed the event, the full performance is available on YPS's official Facebook page. Pesta Babulang Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak YPS
Borneo Post
28-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
RM6 mln state govt grant to boost buffalo farming in Limbang, says Deputy Premier
Awang Tengah (fourth right) and other guests during the opening ceremony. MIRI (June 28): The Sarawak government has approved a grant of approximately RM6 million to the Sarawak Bisaya Charitable Trust to expand buffalo farming in Batu Danau, Limbang. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, when announcing this, said the funding, approved by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, aims to strengthen buffalo breeding efforts and production of buffalo-based products in northern Sarawak, particularly in Lawas and Limbang. 'This is a good initiative because the Sarawak government has decided that Limbang and Lawas will be key areas for buffalo production, with strong community involvement to support the state's broader economic goals,' he said during the opening of Babulang Festival and Buffalo Race 2025 here today. Awang Tengah, who is State Natural Resources and Urban Development, and State International Trade, Industry and Investment Minister, added that the Maragang Buffalo Breeding Station in Lawas had already demonstrated the potential of producing high-quality buffalo milk. He encouraged the Bisaya community to seize the opportunity by leveraging the natural strengths of their environment to venture into agriculture and livestock production. 'I believe they are capable of planning and implementing this project effectively. They have experience, and other communities in Limbang can also benefit from this economic opportunity,' he said. Also present at the event were State Deputy Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail; Lawas MP Datuk Henry Sum Agong; Batu Danau assemblyman Dato Paulus Palu Gumbang; Limbang Resident Unos Tambi; and Sarawak Bisaya Association (PBS) president Joseph Blandoi. Meanwhile, Awang Tengah said the Babulang Festival has grown to become a major annual event in Sarawak's tourism calendar, drawing both local and international visitors. The festival features traditional Bisaya cultural events such as the buffalo races, Ratu Babulang and Nakod Babulang competitions, raft races, tug-of-war, and other cultural performances. These events celebrate and showcase the vibrant heritage of the Bisaya people. Held every year in early June, Pesta Babulang is more than just a celebration, it is a deeply meaningful cultural gathering that unites the Bisaya community and highlights their traditions to a wider audience. 'The uniqueness of Babulang not only strengthens community bonds but also promotes Bisaya culture at both national and international levels,' Awang Tengah added. Awang Tengah Babulang Festival buffalo farming limbang
GMA Network
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Esnyr gets heart to heart talk with dad; Charlie Fleming reunites with mom
Charlie Fleming and Esnyr, the first duo to make it to the Big Four, received a gift from Kuya in the latest episode of "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition." On Wednesday, Charlie's mother and Esnyr's dad, Mommy Flong and Daddy Jhun, entered the house to surprise the CharEs duo ahead of the Big Night. Mommy Flong brought Katsu curry for Charlie, while Daddy Jhun brought chicken curry for Esnyr. Both housemates were overjoyed to hug their parents again and excitedly introduced them to their fellow boarders ni Kuya. Meanwhile, Esnyr got to spend some time alone with Daddy Jhun for a long-awaited heart-to-heart talk. He apologized for sharing to the housemates their previous rift earlier in the season. "Wala ka dapat ihingi ng paumanhin. Dahil nagsabi ka lang ng totoo. Hindi mali magsabi ng totoo," Daddy Jhun said in Bisaya. Esnyr also said sorry for whatever comments his dad might have read online after that episode aired, as the social media star said then that his father sometimes failed to ask after his well-being when messaging him. "Kung 'yan ang ikinababahala mo, hindi dapat. Naging challenge ito para sa akin na may pagkukulang ako, na hindi dapat ganito ang pakitungo ko sa mga anak ko, na ganito ang pagtrato ko para hindi ka magkimkim ng sama ng loob sa akin," he said. Daddy Jhun said he was not able to show his love to his children due to being preoccupied with his side jobs and apologized for it. "May pagkukulang ako bilang ama mo. Kaya nagpapasalamat ako dahil na-realize ko ang pagkakamali ko. Dahil bilang ama mo dapat ipinakita ko ang pagmamahal ko sa 'yo para hindi ka nagdamdam. Dapat ipinakita ko in words and physical attachment," he said. "Patawad kung nakapagsalita ako ng masakit dahil naging selfish ako, hindi ako naging open sa 'yo," he added. Esnyr thanked his father and they embraced each other. Shortly after, Daddy Jhun and Mommy Flong had to say goodbye to the housemates and leave the house. "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition" airs new episodes on GMA Network Mondays to Saturdays at 9:35 p.m. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
Borneo Post
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Babulang Fest returns to Batu Danau with new elements to feature alongside traditional buffalo race
Abang Johari (centre) in a photo call with (from left) Antonio, Paulus, Joseph and Jack during the courtesy call. MIRI (June 21): The annual Babulang Festival and Buffalo Race 2025 promises new and exciting experiences for both local and international visitors when it returns to Batu Danau from June 27 to 29. In stating this, Batu Danau assemblyman Datuk Paulus Palu Gumbang said the 20th edition of the festival – a significant cultural event for the Bisaya community – is expected to draw thousands of visitors from Sarawak, Sabah, Brunei and neighbouring regions. 'This year, in addition to the traditional buffalo race which remains the main highlight, we are introducing new elements such as raft and small boat races,' he said in a Sarawak Public Communications Unit report. He was speaking to reporters after leading a Sarawak Bisaya Association (PBS) delegation to call on Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Wisma Bapa Malaysia in Kuching last Friday. The visit was to brief the Premier on the full programme lined up for the three-day festival, and to extend an official invitation to the Premier to officiate the main event scheduled for June 28. Adding on, Paulus said traditional components of the festival, such as the Ratu and Panglima Babulang pageants and cultural drum performances, will also continue to be part of the programme. The Babulang Festival is the largest cultural celebration of the Bisaya community in Sarawak showcasing traditional music, dances, crafts, food, and sporting events, with the buffalo race being the most anticipated spectacle. Accompanying Paulus for the courtesy call were PBS advisor Datu Antonio Kahti Galis, president Joseph Blandoi, and vice-president I Datu Jack Liam. Babulang Festival Batu Danau Paulus Palu Gumbang
