Penang Steps Up Bid for UNESCO Nod for Chingay and Lion Dance

Penang is ramping up efforts to secure UNESCO recognition for two of its most iconic cultural traditions — the Chingay procession and the lion...

Fix George Town Heritage Site or Lose It: Penang Lawmaker Demands Cheaper, Practical Solutions

Komtar assemblyman Teh Lai Heng has urged the Penang state government to introduce proactive, practical and affordable solutions for managing the George Town UNESCO...

Lions soar and dragons dance as Penang chases Unesco recognition for cultural arts

Lions launched across towering poles and dragons wove through the air to the thundering beat of drums as the 23rd Penang Wushu, Lion and...

What a Neighbour’s Quarrel Online Tells Malaysia About Itself

When Thai and Cambodian netizens clashed online during the 2025 border conflict, the rest of Southeast Asia watched. Most saw it as someone else's...

Rare Tanjore Painting and Chola-Era Artefacts on Display at New Indian Heritage Gallery in Penang

A newly opened Indian cultural facility in George Town is drawing attention for showcasing rare and historically significant artefacts that highlight the depth and...

Penang Scholar Reframes Two Centuries of Island History in New Book

Malaysia Silk Road Society president Datuk Dr Cheah See Kian has launched a fresh historical account that challenges Western narratives of Penang's past. His...

Hari Raya Decorations in Penang Shopping Malls 2026

Raya is just around the corner, and Penang's shopping malls are already dressed up for the occasion. Whether you're hunting for the perfect photo...

Where to Find the Best Ramadan Buffet in Penang 2026

Last updated: 4 March 2026 Yes, Shangri-La Rasa Sayang's Rasa Bazaar Ria is widely considered one of the top Ramadan buffets in Penang. It runs...

Shangri-La Golden Sands Brings P. Ramlee’s Legacy to Life With Ramadan Buffet and Orphan Iftar

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang brought together heritage and heart with the launch of its Nostalgia P. Ramlee Buffet, held in conjunction with an Iftar...

Hunza PICC Rings in the New Year with Media Lou Sang Ahead of CNY Open House

Hunza PICC recently hosted members of the local media for a lou sang session, bringing together media journalists and key company representatives to usher...

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