Building collapse: MBPP issues stop work order
Datuk A. Rajendran said this was to facilitate the rescue operation of the victims and the investigation carried out by the authorities.
Wed Nov 29 2023
Penang public warned on false monks tugging at heartstrings - and purse
MBPP councillor John reminds the public to be wary and not be hoodwinked by fake monks roving around Penang.
Wed Sep 21 2022
Flash flood at Bukit Kukus paired road due to rubbish, dried leaves - MBPP
Part of the Jalan Paya Terubong (Bukit Kukus) paired road was flooded yesterday following heavy rains as the water flow was blocked by rubbish and dried leaves.
Sun Feb 06 2022
Over 1,700 premises in Penang ordered to close due to SOP violation
More than 1,700 premises in Penang have been ordered to close by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) and Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) for violating the standard operating procedure (SOP).
Sun Jun 20 2021
Another suspect detained over MBPP Mayor's house break-in
Sahabudin said police also seized several items believed to have been stolen from the official residence.
Mon Jun 14 2021
Penang chicken meat sellers to be rewarded for installing chillers
MBPP will reward licenced chicken meat sellers with licencing rebates of up to RM1,000 and rental fee waivers, if they install chillers at their market stalls.
Fri Mar 26 2021
NGO questions Penang govt over activities on five-acre land in Pulau Tikus
Yan Lee said that the land is owned by Penang Island City Council, bordered Codrington Avenue, Lengkok Burma and Jalan Burma.
Wed Mar 17 2021
COVID: Penang to adopt targeted measures against factories to ensure compliance
Abdul Halim said the management of these factories must take immediate action to ensure strict compliance with the SOPs to stop the spread now.
Wed Feb 24 2021
Penang roads busy as ever despite MCO
Penang police chief, Datuk Sahabudin Abd Manan, said the number of road vehicles was still high.
Thu Jan 14 2021
Penang shuts down 33 premises for not complying with SOPs
Due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Malaysia, both city councils would take sterner actions and enhance the SOP in crowded places.
Mon Oct 05 2020
Two heritage buildings in Penang to be demolished
Two heritage bungalows located at the Peel Highway was said to be demolished to give way to the construction of private hotel and hospital, reported Penang Citizen Awareness Chant Group, on Thursday.
Fri Sep 08 2017
Link Bike Card launched for bicycle-sharing system in Penang
Users of the bicycle-sharing system in Penang now have the option to use the Link Bike Card instead of downloading the mobile app to use the service.
Sun May 28 2017
Angry food stall operater drives off with MBPP lorry during raid
An angry food stall operator drove off with a Penang Island City Council (MBPP) lorry which was meant to store seized items from his stall, on Thursday night.
Fri May 05 2017
Chowrasta traders want rent and business licence exemption
Traders at Chowrasta Market want the Penang City Council to exempt them from paying business licence and stall rental.
Mon May 23 2016
Stop killing of strays, say animal lovers
More than 100 animal lovers marched peacefully from the Penang City Council (MBPP) to Komtar today, urging the Penang Government not to kill strays.
Mon Nov 23 2015
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024