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Penang defends move to ban use of single-use plastics by September

If biodegradable alternatives to plastic bags become available, they can be implemented in wet markets and hawker centres.

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There must be transparency in Victor Chin’s allegations, says academician

Any party that was directly or indirectly involved in decision-making must provide a clear and factual explanation.

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Penang will study implementation of WFH in the state - CM

The WFH concept is said to be necessitated following a combination of external challenges - the heatwave, spiking global oil prices and the increasing congestio...

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Advantech seeks more strategic expansions to cope with market uncertainties

Advantech sees strategic expansion into regional blocs as an integral part to cope with the market uncertainties out there, especially if it begins to reduce de...

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Penang’s oldest tourism attraction looking to draw 400,000 visitors this year

Entopia chief executive officer Joseph Goh remains optimistic that tourism will continue to flourish in Penang.

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Ban on single-use plastic bags to take effect in Penang from Sept 1

The policy, which was announced on Aug 31 last year, is currently in the awareness phase and will be enforced in the coming months.

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MATTA: Tour van, bus operators badly hit by rising diesel prices

The continuing increase in diesel prices is threatening the business viability of operators and the wider tourism ecosystem

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Penang resolves quit rent issue; Six exceptions given

The Chief Minister told a press conference that the state has decided to accord six exceptions in view of rising living costs and other arguments raised.

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No WFH decision by Penang draws mixed reactions

The Penang Consumers Protection Association said there are grounds to impose WFH considering the heatwave, the growing congestion and the spike in fuel prices.

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LADA confident of meeting tourism targets in Langkawi despite conflict

Though the conflict is seen as a temporary situation, the authority is taking a proactive stance by reviewing the situation.

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Political parties should consider merging to serve the rakyat better – former ADUN

Malaysia has a population base of about 34.3 million, but as of March this year, there are over 60 political parties listed with the Registrar of Societies.

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New Singapore-based hospital opens branch in Penang

Aptus joins Adventist Hospital, Gleneagles Hospital, Island Hospital and the Northern Heart Hospital as among the major healthcare facilities in Burmah Road.