Ian McIntyre

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5mth

Penang set to welcome the Year of the Horse with a host of events

The Chinese New Year period, which lasts up to 15 days and climaxes with the Chap Goh Meh (Chinese Valentine) festivities, will be marked on the island and in B...

5mth

Forest fire destroys about five hectares of greenery in Penang’s Botanic Gardens

It took firefighters and officers from the Penang Island City Council and the Civil Defence Department some eight hours to contain the fire after it was first s...

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New China - Penang flight every month from Jan - April, says state exco

This was in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and coupled with the state's niche as a preferred destination for higher education and also its beautiful...

5mth

Penang DCM I declines comment as MACC probes zakat-funded land deal claims

The Batu Maung assemblyman believes the accusations were politically motivated and aimed at discrediting him over his efforts to strengthen the position of Isla...

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Bagan MP urges Anwar to deepen fiscal “reforms” to spur domestic demand

Former finance minister Lim Guan Eng calls on Anwar to build on recent fiscal “reforms” by lightening the tax burden on businesses and individuals

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Thaipusam celebrations disrupted as hydrogen-filled balloons explode, injuring city council officers

The incident occurred at about 10.45pm along Jalan Union in George Town as officers loaded confiscated balloons into the rear compartment of an enforcement truc...

5mth

Kedah adamant on historical rights over Penang, denies Federal Constitution breach

The Kedah Menteri Besar insists that the state’s planned legal challenge over Penang’s historical status will not violate Malaysia’s Federal Constitution

5mth

China represents 50 per cent of new tourist arrivals in Penang

There now even more direct flights between the state and major China cities.

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Marked increase in prices of vegetables and perishables, says Penang Hindu Association

Its president Datuk P. Murugiah said that the spike in prices was detected at wet markets and with some traders, who sought not to display the prices.

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SAM calls on Penang authorities to make technical report on beach erosion public

It is not only SAM that has expressed serious concerns over the severe erosion taking place but also hotels and the Tanjung Bungah Residents Association

5mth

Strong waves, wind likely cause of Penang beach erosion, says Exco member

This was the immediate conclusion by the Penang Department of Drainage and Irrigation (DID) after a study

5mth

Penang CNY open house moved as mark of respect for Ramadan fasting

Muslims can also enjoy the New Year delicacies before observing the religious Ramadan fasting period the next day.