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Revision of Penang quit rent justified, says CM

In the past 30 years, Chow said that Penang landowners were enjoying relatively low quit rent charges compared to those who were paying rates based on the curre...

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Empowering working women: Chong Eng calls for greater support in welfare, childcare, and mental health

Advocates urge society and policymakers to prioritise caregiving infrastructure and opportunities for women in the digital age

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Chow ponders Cabinet position after term as Penang CM ends

Chow said he would refer to his family, friends, party comrades and the PH leadership before deciding his next move

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Do not repeat past mistakes; pick a successor soon, says Penang CM

Determining a candidate as soon as possible would help the entire PH election machinery prepare as effectively as possible, said Chow.

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Rise in Penang quit rent needs to be reviewed, says former CM

The former Finance Minister said that there could be an oversight on the part of the land officer or on the automated system.

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Tajikistan to host major international conference on water security amid rising climate risks

Qodiri warned that growing water scarcity could escalate geopolitical tensions, with nations facing stark choices between cooperation or conflict over shared re...

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Penang rings in Year of The Fire Horse with spectacular open house at Setia Spice Arena

Penang’s Chief Minister emphasises that the gathering symbolised more than just festivity; it represented the unity and community spirit that defines Penang and...

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Murray Hunter resolves case with MCMC, glad ‘ordeal’ is over

He is glad that the ordeal is over, as he was facing up to a seven-year imprisonment according to the seditious enactment under the Thai legislation.

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Penang gears up for tourism surge as year of the fire horse arrives

With Lunar New Year festivities coinciding with school holidays, Penang expects an influx of domestic and international visitors, prompting calls for quality se...

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Penang Council adopts several measures to ease traffic congestion during holidays

Traffic marshals would be deployed from now until next week, with the focal point being on dispersing traffic along notorious bottlenecks throughout the island.

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Several Chinese settlements in Penang to be redeveloped, says CM

The area, which was originally reclaimed, is strategically located along the traditional waterfront and fronts the Prai mainland with sound accessibility.

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Rising costs and heavy commitments main obstacles to marriage, reveals study

Financial concerns emerged as a primary barrier, with over 82% prioritising homeownership before marriage