Two Festivals, One Plate: Penang’s Vegetarian Food Culture In The Spotlight

Penang's food shops went meat-free for nine days this month, and two faiths did it at once. The Nine Emperor Gods Festival and Navarathiri...

Cat Stevens Offers Comfort To Grieving Dr Mahathir

A visit by singer-songwriter Yusuf Islam to former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, weeks after the death of his wife Tun Dr Siti...

Penang Islamic Affairs Department Probes Muslim Workers’ Involvement in Temple Clean-Up

THE Penang Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAIPP) is investigating the involvement of Muslim hotel employees in a corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme that included...

Harmony Street In Penang Showcases Malaysian Unity

Nine places of worship stand within a kilometre of each other in Seberang Jaya, Penang, forming one of Malaysia's most striking examples of religious...

Kek Lok Si: Where Remembrance and Compassion Come Together in Penang

For generations, families have planned carefully for the important chapters of life — education, marriage, a home and retirement. Yet one important chapter is...

Anwar Approves Doubled RM4.6Mil Allocation for Penang Islamic Institutions

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has approved RM4.6 million this year to upgrade infrastructure at 27 Islamic educational institutions across Penang, more than...

PM Approves Additional RM1Mil For Hindu Crematorium Project In Bagan

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has approved an additional RM1 million allocation for the construction of a modern Hindu crematorium in Bagan, Penang,...

Man Held Over Alleged Facebook Post Insulting Islam

Police have arrested a 37-year-old man over a Facebook post allegedly containing remarks insulting Islam and obscene language directed at Allah and Prophet Muhammad. Johor...

23 floats to light up Penang Wesak Celebration 2026

Penang Wesak Celebration 2026 will feature 23 floats under the theme “Bridging through digital, cultivating wisdom together”, with the main procession set for 31...

Floating Lanterns Illuminate Penang’s Theppa Thiruvizha Despite Light Showers

The 'Theppa Thiruvizha' festival has captivated audiences with its stunning display of floating lanterns, set against the backdrop of light showers. This grand celebration,...

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