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Borneo Post
19-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Affin Bank says bank card's artistic design a ‘symbolic creation' inspired by Sarawak coat of arms, Ibu Pertiwi flag
Affin Bank has clarified that the card's design was inspired by the Jata Negeri. KUCHING (May 19): The design of the Kenyalang Card is a 'symbolic creation' inspired by Sarawak's Jata Negeri (Coat of Arms) as well as the state flag Ibu Pertiwi, said Affin Bank Berhad. In a statement today, the bank said the artistic adaptation seeks to symbolise the spirit and unity of Sarawak. 'The design featured is a symbolic creation, thoughtfully blending elements of Jata Negeri as a tribute to Sarawak's rich cultural legacy,' said Affin Bank. 'Inspired by the Jata Negeri Sarawak, the Kenyalang Card stands as a proud symbol of strength, heritage, and identity, reflected in its bold black and white design.' In an infographic shared on Facebook, the bank said the card's colour palette of black, white, and yellow gold 'mirrors the state flag, blending modern elegance with traditional values'. According to the bank, to harmonise the bold black background of the card, yellow gold stripes were incorporated as a visual adaptation of the hornbill's graceful wings, adding contrast and balance to the design. 'The artistic motifs are influenced by Sarawak's rich cultural artistry, paying homage to its legacy while embracing a contemporary aesthetic,' said the bank. The bank also said that the design is rooted in culture and inspired by legacy, as a tribute to tradition through contemporary design. Affin Bank thanked the public for their support and interest in the Kenyalang Card. 'Our priority is to ensure that our creativity and designs genuinely reflect what matters to the communities we serve. 'Your feedback guides us, and we remain committed to celebrating Sarawak with authenticity, pride, and respect,' said the bank. The card's design has come under fire from Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong, who stated during a Democratic Action Party fundraiser last week that the hornbill used is not the Rhinoceros Hornbill, which is the state bird. Yong claimed that the card actually features a Great Hornbill, which is not found in Sarawak. Affin Bank Bhd ibu pertiwi Jata Negeri Kenyalang Card lead
Borneo Post
08-05-2025
- Borneo Post
CVLB launches fifth Kuching SBST route connecting Saujana bus station to Bako terminal
Kong (second right) is joined by Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong and others in riding the bus following the launch of the Saujana-Bako terminal route. KUCHING (May 8): The fifth route under the Kuching Stage Bus Service Transformation (SBST) project, connecting Saujana bus station to the Bako terminal, was officially launched today. Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) chairman Michael Kong said this reflected the board's continuous commitment towards improving public transportation services across the city. 'This newly introduced Saujana-Bako route will connect the Saujana Bus Station to Bako Terminal, passing through landmarks including the Kuching Waterfront, SJK Chung Hua No. 3, Chung Hua Middle School No. 1, Kolej Komuniti Santubong, Public Bank Padungan, Demak Laut Industrial Park and SMK Bako,' he said in a statement. The first bus will depart Bako Terminal at 5.30am, with departures from Saujana Bus Station beginning at 6.30am on weekdays. The last buses in both directions will leave at 7.30pm. To accommodate peak-hour demand, Kong said the frequency of services will increase to one bus every 30 minutes between 6.30am and 8.30am, as well as from 4.30pm to 7.30pm. On weekends, he said buses will run from 6.30am to 8.30pm in both directions. Sarawak CVLB has been launching the SBST Kuching routes in stages over the past couple of weeks, with many members of the public giving their input on where they would like the buses to operate. Kong said the board takes public feedback seriously and will closely monitor ridership trends and public responses for this route and other routes under the Kuching SBST. 'Through this data-driven approach, we will be able to identify areas with unmet demand and make the necessary adjustments and refinements to the existing routes in order to provide more comprehensive and efficient coverage for the people of Kuching. 'As we move toward a more sustainable and accessible public transport system, we remain committed to enhancing connectivity, reducing traffic congestion, and improving the quality of life for all,' he said. Bako CVLB Kuching Stage Bus Service Transformation Michael Kong Saujana
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Man arrested during Palestine rally at Roundhouse
Mar. 19—A man is accused of trespassing during a pro-Palestine gathering at the Roundhouse on Tuesday. Elliot Shawn Vigil Pending, 22, of Albuquerque, is charged with criminal trespass and concealing his identity. Pending was one of dozens of people at Tuesday's Freedom for Palestine Day at the Roundhouse, an event that included music, poetry readings, and speakers who advocated for a stop to political and financial support for Israel. At about 1 p.m., "a group of people were engaged in a 'free Palestine' demonstration, leading to three individuals being trespassed," including Pending, who was arrested after trying to re-enter the property, New Mexico State Police spokesperson Amanda Richards said. Pending was released on personal recognizance, according to court records. A pretrial hearing has been scheduled for April 21, court records state.
