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KUCHING, Malaysia -- It is said that when the British adventurer James Brooke sailed up Borneo's Sarawak River in 1841 he stumbled across an attractive backwater settlement. [1]

'Waqt: The Race Against Time' explored the idea that time spares no one long before it became a life lesson for many. The 2005 Hindi-language drama, directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, was based on a Gujarati play by Aatish Kapadia. [2]

There are many long weekends – or potential long weekends – occurring this year. While some people have already planned where they want to go during these breaks, there are also those who prefer to make last-minute decisions. [3]

Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, starring Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan and others continues its phenomenal run at the global box office. [4]

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 'do-teen hazar run' claim on IPL 2026 target catches Ravindra Jadeja off guard Vaibhav Sooryavanshi emphasised his focus on team goals over personal milestones as he prepares for IPL 2026 with the Rajasthan Royals. [5]

Religious Elites and the Management of Islamic Affairs in Sarawak: A Mixed Scorecard Published Political rather than religious authority still calls the shots in multi-religious Sarawak. [6]

Awez Darbar Dodges Question On Nagma Mirajkar, Fans Sense Trouble Between The Couple He talked about his plans for marriage, but what really stood out to viewers was his visible awkwardness when Nagma Mirajkar’s name came up. [7]

Nine years ago, when I sat for the first time on a bend of the Sarawak river in Malaysian Borneo to soak in a glittering pink sunset, Kuching's riverfront was a seductive but deserted place. A dreamy view of Kuching waterfront at dawn. [8]

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[1] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2025-02-09 · 85% match

Footloose in Kuching: Tribal legacy, arts and nature elevate 'cat city'

KUCHING, Malaysia -- It is said that when the British adventurer James Brooke sailed up Borneo's Sarawak River in 1841 he stumbled across an attractive backwater settlement.

[2] MM timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 2026-03-26 · 33% match

Akshay Kumar references 2005 film while sharing emotional life lessons and early struggles: 'Waqt kisi ka intezaar nahi karta'

'Waqt: The Race Against Time' explored the idea that time spares no one long before it became a life lesson for many. The 2005 Hindi-language drama, directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, was based on a Gujarati play by Aatish Kapadia.

[3] MY www.thestar.com.my · 2026-01-17 · 46% match

Domestic goodness: Long weekends and short getaways

There are many long weekends – or potential long weekends – occurring this year. While some people have already planned where they want to go during these breaks, there are also those who prefer to make last-minute decisions.

[4] MM timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 2026-03-26 · 30% match

Did Ranveer Singh's character Jaskirat smoke while wearing a turban in 'Dhurandhar 2'? Aditya Dhar clarifies

Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, starring Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan and others continues its phenomenal run at the global box office.

[5] MM www.hindustantimes.com · 2026-03-22 · 30% match

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 'do-teen hazar run' claim on IPL 2026 target catches Ravindra Jadeja off guard

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 'do-teen hazar run' claim on IPL 2026 target catches Ravindra Jadeja off guard Vaibhav Sooryavanshi emphasised his focus on team goals over personal milestones as he prepares for IPL 2026 with the Rajasthan Royals.

[6] TH fulcrum.sg · 2026-03-06 · 30% match

Religious Elites and the Management of Islamic Affairs in Sarawak: A Mixed Scorecard

Religious Elites and the Management of Islamic Affairs in Sarawak: A Mixed Scorecard Published Political rather than religious authority still calls the shots in multi-religious Sarawak.

[7] MM news18.com · 2026-03-19 · 30% match

Awez Darbar Dodges Question On Nagma Mirajkar, Fans Sense Trouble Between The Couple

Awez Darbar Dodges Question On Nagma Mirajkar, Fans Sense Trouble Between The Couple He talked about his plans for marriage, but what really stood out to viewers was his visible awkwardness when Nagma Mirajkar’s name came up.

[8] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2018-06-06 · 75% match

Kuching's rise offers both inspiration and caution

Nine years ago, when I sat for the first time on a bend of the Sarawak river in Malaysian Borneo to soak in a glittering pink sunset, Kuching's riverfront was a seductive but deserted place. A dreamy view of Kuching waterfront at dawn.

[9] TH chiangmaicitylife.com · 2026-02-19 · 39% match

Wiang Kum Kam Cultural Event Press Conference

Wiang Kum Kam Cultural Event Press Conference February 19 A press conference was held to announce a nighttime historical site tour at Wiang Kum Kam under the theme “Evening Trip to Wiang Kum Kam: In Our Hearts Forever – Love & Forever” from Friday, F

[10] MY www.thestar.com.my · 2025-05-30 · 46% match

Sarawakian craftsman races to complete sugu tinggi orders for Gawai

Gawai, Sarawak’s annual harvest festival, will be celebrated this Sunday. Considered the biggest celebration in the state, it is observed with much fervour among the Dayaks – the collective name for the tribes of Iban, Bidayuh, Kayan, Kenyah, Kelabit

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