Erosion Threatens Tanjung Asam Beach in Penang

Coastal erosion is damaging Tanjung Asam beach in Gertak Sanggul, a fishing village on Penang Island's southwestern coast, with parts of its shoreline defence...

30 Initiatives, 10 New Projects To Strengthen Bumiputera Tourism In Penang

Penang has outlined 30 initiatives and 10 new tourism product development projects to strengthen Bumiputera participation in the state's tourism sector. The plans fall under...

China Tourists Still Flocking to Penang Despite 25% Flight Drop

Direct flights from China to Penang have dropped by nearly 25% since the start of the year, but Chinese tourist arrivals remain strong, according...

Komtar Walk Upgrade at 32%, On Track for Oct 2026 Completion

The upgrading of Komtar Walk has reached 32 per cent completion and remains on track to finish by October 2026, according to Buletin Mutiara. PDC...

Penang to Upgrade Eastern Seafront After Fort Cornwallis Restoration

Penang will begin upgrading its eastern seafront infrastructure after completing restoration works along the northern waterfront, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced. Malay Mail reported...

Penang State Museum Reopens After 9-Year Closure With RM18m Upgrade

The Penang State Museum on Farquhar Street has reopened its doors after more than nine years of restoration and upgrading works costing RM18 million....

Penang Trishaw Riders Keep Heritage Alive on Three Wheels

Despite the rise of e-hailing and modern transport, Penang’s trishaws are pedalling their way into a new chapter as a high-value tourism product. Veteran...

Penang Hill Cable Car On Track For August 2027 Completion, Says CM

Penang Hill’s cable car project remains on schedule for completion in August 2027, a development expected to significantly boost visitor numbers to the iconic...

Bon Odori Weaves Japanese Culture Into Penang’s Multicultural Fabric

Thousands of revellers descended on Padang Kota Lama for the Penang Bon Odori Festival 2026, filling the Esplanade with taiko drums, traditional dances and...

Sanrio Meets Peranakan Heritage At Iconic Marjorie Penang

Penang has a new reason for Sanrio fans to visit. Iconic Marjorie Penang has launched Southeast Asia’s first Sanrio Peranakan-themed rooms, blending Hello Kitty,...

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