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Was Penang ‘robbed’ from Kedah? Malaysian states face off in sovereignty row

Penang, the Malaysian state long marketed as the Pearl of the Orient, is better known today for its hawker food, colonial-era streetscapes and the multicultural life of George Town...

Penang picked for Indian Ocean maritime heritage Unesco bid involving 17 countries

 GEORGE TOWN, May 1 — Penang has been selected to participate in the Indian government’s initiative for...

Penang plans new state administrative centre, legislative assembly on Silicon Island

GEORGE TOWN, April 7 — The Penang government is planning the construction of a new state administrative centre inc...

Penang records RM956b trade, strengthens role as key E&E export hub in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 8 — Penang has remained as the country’s industrial heartbeat and is recognised as one of t...

Penang records RM956b trade, strengthens role as key E&E export hub in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 8 — Penang has remained as the country’s industrial heartbeat and is recognised as one of t...

Penang sees surge in medical tourists, revenue crosses RM1.1b in 2025

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — Penang recorded strong growth in its medical tourism sector, with foreign patient numbers ri...

Penang delivers 172,550 affordable homes, hit 78pc of 2030 target

NIBONG TEBAL, April 12 — The Penang state government has provided a total of 172,550 Rumah Mampu Milik (RMM) or af...

P. Ramlee’s legacy endures, with birthplace centenary set to draw renewed interest, says National Archives D-G

GEORGE TOWN, April 11 — More than 100,000 visitors from within and abroad visit the Birthplace and Gallery of P. R...

In Penang this long weekend? Ferry rides are free on Wesak Day, Agong’s birthday

GEORGE TOWN, May 30 — The Penang Port Commission (SPPP) has announced two days of free ferry services tomorrow and...

George Town hosts grand Vaisakhi open house at Padang Kota Lama

GEORGE TOWN, May 3 — The Penang-level Vaisakhi Open House at Jalan Padang Kota Lama drew more than 1,000 visitors...

From sea jacuzzi to pickleball on water: Penang unveils new tourism site Forest Island

GEORGE TOWN, April 8 — A new tourism product in Penang will offer visitors experiences in the middle of the sea, r...

Penang cements role as Malaysia’s automation, test and equipment hub with launch of collaborative campus initiative

GEORGE TOWN, April 24 — Penang is strengthening its position as a key hub for automation, test and equipment (ATE)...

Penang cements role as Malaysia’s automation, test and equipment hub with launch of collaborative campus initiative

GEORGE TOWN, April 24 — Penang is strengthening its position as a key hub for automation, test and equipment (ATE)...

Penang tightens entry-point health security despite low hantavirus risk in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — Penang has strengthened health security at its international entry points at both the port a...

George Town gazettes 35 heritage items, eyes Unesco recognition for Penang traditions

 GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — The Penang government has gazetted seven cultural heritage arts items and 28 tradition...

Penang finances still strong, but some projects delayed amid cost pressures, says chief minister

GEORGE TOWN, April 30 — Penang’s financial position is still healthy so there is no need for a supplementary...

Digital push pays off as Penang advances towards fully cashless state by 2030

GEORGE TOWN, April 17— Cashless transactions in Penang have recorded strong growth, with the adoption rate reachin...

Rain, rain, go away: Penang’s dry weather spells ‘creamy’ dream for durian lovers

GEORGE TOWN, April 22 — The King of Fruits has made an early and impressive entrance in Penang, with durian lovers...

Penang 75pc ready for snap polls, says Chow Kon Yeow

GEORGE TOWN, May 19 — Penang is about 75 per cent ready to face snap polls, said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Ye...

Penang must not be ‘mere observer’ in face of global economic shocks, says governor

GEORGE TOWN, May 8 — Penang must be proactive in strengthening its resilience by emphasising energy efficiency, st...

Penang must not be ‘mere observer’ in face of global economic shocks, says governor

GEORGE TOWN, May 8 — Penang must be proactive in strengthening its resilience by emphasising energy efficiency, st...

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Astaka Kota Selera / EA Architects

Astaka Kota Selera is a sensitive architectural intervention that reconciles the preservation of Malaysia's colonial heritage with the vibrant, lived reality of its contemporary st...

Pressed by Guan Eng on Penang polls, Kon Yeow grabs Hokkien reprieve from PAS rep

GEORGE TOWN, May 14 — The decision on whether Penang will hold its state poll concurrently with the next general e...