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Penang hoteliers lose patience over growing number of short-term rentals, homestays

Malaysia Association of Hotels (MAH) vice-president Datuk Khoo Boo Lim said that the constant gripes expressed by licensed hoteliers are about the Airbnb presen...

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Najib’s conditional pardon: Time for DAP to take a strong stance

The pardon comes at a time when the working class is struggling against the tide of rising living costs, with limited room to manoeuvre

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A leader's role is not just about issuing statements and making headlines – Penang CM

Recalling his past years, Chow said he had to stand firm in some cases in his administration despite being portrayed as indecisive or weak by certain quarters.

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‘Who is advising the Negeri Sembilan exco?’ asks senior lawyer

Loyalty to the state royalty is being "molested" by the state government

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Tourism players in Penang call for urgent action to overcome haze situation

They urged the Department of Environment (DoE) to hasten plans for cloud seeding to invoke rain so some relief can be accorded to the air quality in the norther...

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No more political value for UMNO to be part of Penang administration, says Guan Eng

Lim claimed that there is no longer "political value" for UMNO to remain in the Pakatan Harapan (PH)-led government in Penang because it is actively working wit...

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RM30m gold refinery facility opens in Penang

Penang has the potential to become a gold bazaar for the region, leveraging its long-established manufacturing industry and growing financial ecosystem

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MiC Drop brings Kumar and top Asian comedians to Malaysia

Mic Drop brings together comedians with different comedic styles, backgrounds and cultural perspectives in a single showcase.

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Penang: LRT can be expanded to two additional lines if needed, says CM

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said that the LRT has two additional components to cover the entire state, but for now, it is important to ensure the main one is c...

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Share economic benefits equitably, reduce toxic politics of race and religion, says Guan Eng

Lim said that the extremism driven by race and religion can be neutralised by generating higher prosperity, sustaining growth and cutting the red tape, which te...

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Penang: 125-year-old Gurdwara officially reopens

Historical accounts state that every Sikh in the police force and the Malay States Guides contributed one month’s salary towards the building fund.

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Focus on performance and not be influenced by perception - Nga

Nga reminded local government officials that their performance counts in the eyes of ratepayers, including ensuring that every ringgit spent or disbursed brings...