Penang govt yet to submit formal application on China loan - MoF
Second Finance Minister, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said the federal government had no issue with the application, so long as the entity applying for the loan, is able to repay it.
Tue Aug 15 2017
Penang govt urged to come clean on cost of Transport Master Plan
The Penang Federal Action Council today demanded that the state government reveal the exact amount that will be spent for the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP).
Thu Dec 15 2016
PTMP project will not affect George Town World Heritage site
The light rail transit project from Komtar to Bayan Lepas, which is part of the first phase planned in the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP), will not be constructed on the UNESCO World Heritage.
Sun Aug 14 2016
Penang villages could 'disappear' in 5 years' time
This is if there are no efforts by stakeholders to protect and preserve the villages, academicians say.
Sun Jul 03 2016
Residents fret over proposed Permatang Damar Laut reclamation project
The Permatang Damar Laut area is known as a haven for marine life, especially fishes and cockles, besides being home to thousands of low-income residents.
Sun Jul 03 2016
No green light for Penang Sky Cab proposal
The Federal Government fears that the Sky Cab project might affect the island's port activities.
Mon May 30 2016
Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025
At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025
Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
![[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-03/81741686561_EMIR.jpg "[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress")
[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025
What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025