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More attention needed to care for the aged, says consumer association

Caregivers, regardless of whether private or public, must be specially trained, while recreational services such as a gymnasium, gardens, television and online...

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Declining birth rate among the Chinese community worrying, says Penang Exco

The number of newborns of Chinese descent has plummeted from over 110,000 in 2020 to just over 30,000 today, a decrease of a full third

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Sustainability among key pillars towards a better economy – Sarawak deputy premier

Besides sustainability, Sim said the state also places great importance on prosperity and social inclusivity policies.

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PERDA chairman claims trial over RM847,107 bribery charges linked to hostel project

Dr Shaik Hussein Mydin pleads not guilty to 15 charges of allegedly receiving RM847,107.61 in bribes in exchange for appointing a subcontractor for a RM23.27 mi...

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Penang introduces self-service cutlery return initiative at food court

The initiative, launched recently, is the first of its kind at an MBPP-owned food complex, involving  56 food stalls with a seating capacity of 50.

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Penang urged to plant new trees before felling those deemed rotten

The operation to fell trees is also adding to the congestion on the sensitive road system, overwhelmed by vehicles, pedestrians and now roadworks for ongoing in...

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Burst pipe affects 130,790 consumers in Penang

Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) Chief Executive Officer Datuk Ir. K. Pathmanathan said emergency repair work on the 300-millimetre diameter pipe is expe...

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Penang Exco: More effort needed to identify, treat mental health and depression cases

Mental health problems and depression reportedly increased during the Covid-19 lockdown period and may still be prevalent till today.

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MBPP: No choice but to fell dangerous, rotting trees

MBPP has scheduled urgent inspections and removal of high-risk or hollow trees along routes including Jalan Macalister, Jalan Burma, Jalan Kelawai, Jalan Utama,...

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Penang: MBPP selected to implement a historic green initiative

MBPP president, Datuk Anthony Rajendran, said the undertaking is an important step towards a circular economy, efficient use of resources and resilience to figh...

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Penang to be aged society by 2040, welcomes establishment of NICE

Penang reached the threshold to be classified as an ageing society in 2023 when 7.7 per cent of its total population reached the age of 65 and older, surpassing...

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Budget 2027: Most reform-minded budget in history, says Guan Eng

Lim is seeking just 10 per cent of total Bumiputera allocations (without reducing a single cent of Bumiputera allocations) to ensure a fair, equitable and right...