Ian McIntyre

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Overwhelming response for Penang’s reopened museum

The daily crowd averaged nearly 1,000 on weekdays, while weekends surged to as many as 3,750 in a single day, with the highest turnout recorded on Aug 9.

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Violence in Thailand: Visitors drop by almost 50 per cent

The violence in southern Thailand, as expected, has impacted the macro economy of the provinces bordering parts of Malaysia, especially at Perlis, Kedah, Perak...

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Court dismisses tycoon Tan Kok Ping's libel appeal against Penang CM

Justice Alwi further held that Chow was protected by qualified privilege when responding publicly to Tan’s resignation letter.

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Greater emphasis must be placed on tourism value, says Penang CM

Chow said attracting visitors is only the first step, stressing that the real objective is to maximise the spillover benefits across the tourism ecosystem.

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Plans underway to set up financial hub on Pulau Jerejak

The financial hub can complement the surrounding Bayan Lepas and the Batu Kawan Free Industrial Zones, besides helping the services sector in tourism, Sim told...

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Penang to identify new angling spots to cater to increasing demands

State executive councillor Datuk Rashidi Zinol, who oversees the agriculture portfolio, said he understands that angling is a growing recreational activity amon...

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RM245m Penang Hill cable car project 32 per cent complete - CM

The 2.7km line, which runs from the Botanical Gardens as its base towards the popular hill, is expected to bring more value to Penang Hill as a top tourist attr...

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Wife of Pantai Jerejak ADUN urges court to drop case against husband

This was after complainant Nur Hidayah Abd Jabar, 35, informed the court that she had withdrawn her initial police report and did not wish to pursue the case.

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Penang in need of financial centre to boost electrical and electronics sectors - CM

Chow said that financing remains an important missing piece in Penang’s global semiconductor ecosystem, despite acquiring a foundation over more than five decad...

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SC ready to regulate Tabung Haji investments if required, says chairman

As Tabung Haji is a highly capitalised entity in the country, it is good for the markets if the trust fund is well governed under financial oversight, said SC c...

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Just accept the court decision – Ramkarpal tells Sanusi

The authorities have approved the operation of gambling-related businesses, which are permitted under the Federal Constitution, said Ramkarpal.

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Ex-pupil takes time off for free swimming lessons at former school

Sim, who has a presence in China, Dubai and Singapore, has established a growing empire of water-based amusement parks with strong emphasis on greenery.