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Yosakoi hits 10: Penang streets come alive with high-energy dance, Japanese idols and a fireworks finale

GEORGE TOWN, June 20 -- The Penang Yosakoi Parade will be celebrating its 10th edition this year, featuring 30 participating teams and a Japanese idol concert at the Esplanade. After three years of h... Read More


Argus Residence: Celebrating the memories of a former Eurasian 'enclave' in George Town

GEORGE TOWN, June 20 -- Every evening along a short narrow lane, just behind the Assumption Church in George Town, shrieks of laughter would fill the air as children ran and played. It was a time bef... Read More


Now, everyone can get 5pc discount on Penang's overhang properties, says chief minister

GEORGE TOWN, June 18 -- The Penang government is now giving a 5 per cent discount to anyone who takes up completed but long unsold homes in the state. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the decision w... Read More


Family of Chinese victims files RM1.7m lawsuit after deadly tree fall at Penang museum, blames multiple parties for fatal tragedy involving tourists

GEORGE TOWN, June 12 -- The family of two Chinese tourists, who were killed by a fallen tree in Penang in September last year, filed a RM1.7 million civil suit against six parties. Yang Xueli, 69, an... Read More


Eight restored George Town buildings to open for public tours during July heritage celebrations

GEORGE TOWN, June 11 -- Eight heritage buildings in George Town will open its doors to the public during next month's George Town Heritage Celebrations. There will also be community volunteers to gui... Read More


Penang calls on Melaka to follow heritage building guidelines to safeguard joint Unesco status

GEORGE TOWN, June 10 -- Penang is calling on Melaka to adhere to Unesco heritage building guidelines to preserve the joint heritage inscription of both cities. Penang tourism and creative economy com... Read More


Dashcams, seatbelt sensors may be mandatory: Transport minister eyes stricter bus safety rules after deadly crash

GEORGE TOWN, June 10 -- The Transport Ministry is looking into making dashboard cameras (dashcams) compulsory in heavy vehicles as part of efforts to boost road safety. Its Minister Anthony Loke Siew... Read More


Penang looks to Alps for lessons on eco-friendly tourism, state leaders on Swiss visit till June 16

GEORGE TOWN, June 9 -- The Penang government will be exploring the best practices in mountain tourism and sustainable transport systems based on the car-free village or Bettmeralp in Switzerland. Pen... Read More


Penang Hospital's RM758m development projects progressing as planned, set for completion by 2029, says state exco

GEORGE TOWN, May 30 -- The three development projects at Penang Hospital costing a total RM758 million are on track for completion between 2026 and 2029. Penang Health, Youth and Sports committee cha... Read More


'The Letters Never Sent' brings MaJie voices to life in immersive theatre tribute through George Town's heritage lanes

GEORGE TOWN, May 30 -- It started with a song by three MaJies as they croon lullabies to the babies in their arms, moving through the audience, emphasising their roles as domestic caretakers in a land... Read More