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...

RM745,000 upgrade breathes new life into Penang’s iconic Rifle Range Flats

Penang's oldest public housing scheme, Rifle Range Flats, is set to receive RM745,260 in upgrades under a state-led initiative to improve safety and living...

Steven Sim: Penang primed to become regional gold and jewellery trading hub

Penang has what it takes to emerge as a regional gold and jewellery trading hub, drawing on its strong manufacturing base, established retail sector...

New York Photographer Danny Lim Returns to Penang for First Solo Exhibition

Penang-born fashion photographer Danny Lim is coming home. His first solo exhibition in Malaysia, titled Good Morning_____, opens on 9 May 2026 at Hin...

Penang Coffee Shop Assistant Rams 12 Cars in 20km Chase, Claims Trial to 14 Charges

A 29-year-old coffee shop assistant has claimed trial to 14 charges in two Penang Magistrate's Courts today, stemming from a 20km police chase through...

PBAPP to Install Two Mega Pipelines Under RM2.1 Billion Water Contingency Plan for Penang

The Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) will lay two massive 1.8-metre diameter pipelines as part of Phase 3 of the Water Contingency Plan 2030...

Penang Targets 20+ International Events Relocating from Middle East Crisis

Penang is positioning itself to capture a significant wave of international conferences and events being relocated from the Middle East as the regional crisis...

Penang Durian Valley @ Relau Taking Shape, Set for Completion in 2027

Penang is strengthening its agrotourism sector with the Penang Durian Valley @ Relau (PDV), an integrated durian hub scheduled for completion in April 2027. Chief...

20km Police Chase Through Penang: Suspect Remanded, 12 Vehicles Damaged

A 29-year-old unemployed man has been arrested in connection with a 20km police chase across Penang that left 12 vehicles damaged, with videos of...

Book a Stay, Feast on Durians: Penang Launches All-in-One Durian Holiday Packages

Durian lovers heading to Penang can now book all-in-one packages combining hotel stays with farm visits under a new tourism initiative. Penang Tourism and Creative...

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