Echoes of the Brooke Era – Discovering Fort Hose and the Legacy of the Bungan Movement in Marudi

Introduction On 27 August 2015, I found myself wandering through Marudi, a quiet riverside town in northern Sarawak that once stood as the gateway to the vast Baram interior. Though time has slowed the pace here, traces of Sarawak’s colonial past still stand firm — … Continue readingEchoes of the Brooke Era – Discovering Fort Hose and the Legacy of the Bungan Movement in Marudi

MPP Notice is Clear : Rendam sudu, garpu & penyepit di dalam air panas

“Rendam sudu, garpu & penyepit di dalam air panas” / “Soak spoons, forks & chopsticks in hot water.”“Bacteria or virus will die.” It’s a simple hygiene advisory — encouraging diners to dip their utensils in hot water before use. This practice became popular, even many … Continue readingMPP Notice is Clear : Rendam sudu, garpu & penyepit di dalam air panas

Majlis Perbandaran Padawan (MPP) is clear and official: styrofoam food containers are banned

1. Regulation vs. Enforcement MPP did issue the directive years ago as part of its environmental policy (aligned with the state’s No Polystyrene Campaign). But many food vendors are not following it, stating that the pricing for other types of packaging is expensive. I know … Continue readingMajlis Perbandaran Padawan (MPP) is clear and official: styrofoam food containers are banned