Ian McIntyre

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Another new hotel launched in Penang

Le Meridien Penang Airport, a five-star luxury hotel, will offer 200 rooms to cater to business travellers, leisure guests, and event organisers.

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Penang to use new technology to detect unstable trees

LIDAR uses satellite technology to analyse trees in public areas and also a 4D digital twin concept. It constantly updates the council's database on the health...

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More efforts needed to enhance Penang’s growing sister status, says backbencher

Teh Lai Heng (PH-Komtar) told the assembly about the importance of these partnerships as strategic tools to create new opportunities and drive mutual growth.

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High Court dismisses tycoon's defamation suit against Penang CM

Judicial Commissioner Datuk Quay Chew Soon found the impugned statements were not defamatory and that the statements Chow made were fair comments.

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Activists send bold message to governments to end plastic use

According to current data, the world produces approximately 350 million metric tons of plastic waste annually. 

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Disabilities and hardships no obstacle to pursuing their dreams

A visually impaired student and another born without legs were among those who earned their academic stripes recently in Penang

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‘I am not tarnishing the country’s image, I am merely defending women’s rights’ says Guan Eng

He said all women have the right to be given access to education without any barriers imposed, so they can reach their potential in life.

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There is an urgent need for the UN to reform, says PM

He stated that UN security and trade resolutions, one after the other, have been ignored by some nations.

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Mega development not right move for Langkawi, say locals

Many tend to overlook the fact that Langkawi is an Unesco-accredited global geo-park destination 

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Penang unveils reduced state budget for next year

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the budget is sufficient as it meets its targeted group of the working class struggling against global living cost hikes.

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Penang assembly observes a minute silence for deceased state leaders

The highlight of the state assembly would be the state fiscal Budget for next year, which would be tabled by the Chief Minister

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Impose strict ban on heavy vehicles during peak hours, says road safety expert

The expert said the authorities should impose city and town council area bans on large heavy vehicles from 7.30am to 9.30am and from 4.30pm to 6.30pm to allow s...