Nigerian man fleeing police falls to death from Batu Uban condominium
The man was killed when he fell from 16th floor of a condominium block in Batu Uban, in a bid to flee a police raid.
Mon Jan 22 2024
Woman claims to have been pushed off Penang Bridge during argument
Police said the woman had alleged that she was shoved by her friend, who is a senior police officer from out of state.
Tue Jan 16 2024
Nor Athira continues father's legacy as horseshoe crab catcher
The horseshoe crab known as "Belangkas" in Malay is not commonly eaten, but some Malaysians eat them as a delicacy.
Thu Dec 22 2022
Batu Uban Jamek mosque still standing despite almost 300 years old
The well preserved mosques continues to attract congregants to perform their prayers and tourist, to see its uniqueness.
Thu Dec 30 2021
Boy stops traffic on Penang Bridge for help, father jumps into sea to save mother
Firemen climbed down using the rappelling method and managed to calm the woman down before taking the couple to the Batu Uban Jetty on a boat.
Fri Apr 16 2021
Two fishermen detained, drug worth RM472,500 seized
The suspects were forced to use the sea route to deliver the drug because of the Movement Control Order.
Tue Jan 19 2021
EMCO at Desa Bistari Flats in Penang ends today
The Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) at the Desa Bistari Flats in Batu Uban, Penang ended today, earlier than scheduled on Dec 31.
Sat Dec 26 2020
Car wash owner charged with uttering harsh words against RTD officer
Syed Amen Jainul Abdin, 45, was charged with the offence aimed at humiliating Asymal Mansur, 41, outside the lobby of the RTD Batu Uban branch at 4.45 pm, on Nov 26.
Thu Dec 31 2015
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024