
Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme
The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025

This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay
Steven Sim explores the life story of a man who started fresh in Malaya and found himself part of the country's evolving identity.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Penang Govt provides land for 129 Non-Muslim houses of worship since 2018 - Chow
A total of 129 non-Muslim houses of worship (RIBI) have received land from the Penang government, between 2018 and this year, said Chief Minister, Chow Kon Yeow.
Wed Dec 25 2024

Federal Gov't takes over Penang LRT Mutiara Line project from State Gov't - Loke
The federal government has officially taken over the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line project from the state government, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Fri Mar 29 2024

Water supply disruption: Penang prepares 10 jumbo water tanks in each district
The Penang government will provide jumbo water tanks in each district to prepare for the water supply disruption from Jan 10 to 13.
Tue Jan 02 2024

MOF to resolve issue of rejected eMADANI applications
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) will resolve the issue of rejected eMADANI e-wallet credit applications.
Fri Dec 15 2023

Penang Assembly unanimously approves motion of solidarity with Palestine
The Penang State Legislative Assembly today unanimously approved a motion to express solidarity with the Palestinian people for the cruelty and tyranny of the Israeli Zionist regime.
Fri Nov 24 2023

Chow: Guar Kepah skeletons to be repatriated early next year
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said these skeletons have been abroad for 150 years.
Mon Nov 20 2023

23 couples tie the knot at mass wedding in Penang
The couples exchanged vows today in conjunction with the Mid-Autumn Festival, which is also known as the Mooncake Festival.
Fri Sep 29 2023

Law sworn in as Penang state speaker for third term
The ceremony then proceeded with the swearing-in of 40 assemblymen who won the state election, led by Penang CM Chow Kon Yeow.
Tue Aug 29 2023

Penang LRT project: MRT Corp to do feasibility study for underground and undersea lin
Penang CM Chow Kon Yeow said the LRT line in the state would be an "elevated structure" and not underground.
Fri Aug 18 2023
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[OFFICIAL] Chow Kon Yeow retains Padang Kota seat
He defended the seat he's held since 2008 with a majority of 7,116 votes.
Sat Aug 12 2023

Malaysia intends to enhance diplomatic engagement with China - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also thanked Wang Yi for facilitating many major Chinese investments in Malaysia.
Fri Aug 11 2023

PM receives courtesy call from Chinese FM Wang Yi in Penang
The meeting signifies importance of bilateral trade relations, where China has remained Malaysia's largest trading partner since 2009.
Fri Aug 11 2023

New Penang ferry service operational from today
Penang caretaker Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said ferry commuters will enjoy free shuttle service from today until Sept 7.
Mon Aug 07 2023

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un touts AI suicide drones, early-warning aircraft
Kim Jong Un says unmanned control and AI capability must be the top priorities in modern arms development.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Russia soon to begin to build road bridge to North Korea
The bridge was agreed upon during Putin's 2024 North Korea visit, when both nations signed a strategic partnership deal.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Court allows Rosmah to include Govt, police as third parties in missing jewellery lawsuit
Judge says Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor has established a prima facie case to be granted leave to issue the third-party notice.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Najib named as suspect in 1MDB probe due to inflow of funds into personal account - witness
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was named a suspect after Bukit Aman found a money trail of 1MDB funds entering the ex-PM's accounts.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Lecturer claims trial for committing sexual acts using objects against female students
Ahmad Syahir Sharifudeen is facing five counts of engaging in sexual acts of unnatural intercourse with the 19-year-old female victims.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes
Hundreds of Palestinians protest in northern Gaza to demand an end to war, chanting "Hamas out".
Thu Mar 27 2025

Online fraud causes over RM19 million in losses from Jan 1 to March 24 - Bukit Aman
Datuk Rohaimi Md Isa said during the same period last year, 1,700 cases were reported, resulting in losses amounting to RM13.66 million.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Courting love: Yew Sin and Ohori announce engagement
We couldn't be more happier to share this with the world, says Malaysian professional men's doubles shuttler Ong Yew Sin.
Thu Mar 27 2025

South Korea battles worst ever wildfires as death toll hits 27
More than 33,000 hectares has been charred or were still burning in the largest of the fires that began in the central Uiseong county.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Mindef leaves probe into soldier’s death to police - Mohamed Khaled
According to the Malaysian Army, Muhammad Muqriz from the 20th Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment died due to blunt trauma to the chest.
Thu Mar 27 2025