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Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has appealed to DAP members to strengthen internal cohesion, citing the emerging alignment between BN and PN as a formidable threat to the party's electoral prospects.
Two Indonesian fishermen have been charged in Balik Pulau magistrate's court with drug trafficking related to the seizure of 113kg of methamphetamine valued at RM6.1 million in waters near Penang.
Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid has condemned the killing of a dog named Rocky and demanded a swift, transparent and independent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the animal's death.
Two foreign nationals have been remanded for seven days to assist police investigations into the death of a 5-year-old boy in Gelugor, Penang. The incident occurred on Thursday.
Penang is witnessing a significant rise in consumer tribunal claims, reflecting growing awareness of dispute resolution rights. The state resolved 775 cases last year, though some consumers remain hesitant about the process.
The Malaysian government will explore ways to strengthen the Nordin Ahmad Gallery in Bukit Mertajam, recognizing the late actor's significance in classic Malay cinema and ensuring his legacy reaches younger audiences through modern digital approaches.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim unveiled a RM5 million funding initiative in Penang to strengthen Bumiputera companies' presence in Malaysia's semiconductor supply chain, part of efforts to democratise high-tech sector participation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended his attendance at Fort Cornwallis's reopening, emphasizing the restored site should serve as an educational resource for Malaysians to comprehend their nation's colonial heritage.
An 18-year-old man has been found dead after falling from the 68th floor of the Komtar building in George Town, Penang. Police have ruled out foul play and opened a Sudden Death Report investigation.
A 34-year-old scrap goods trader appeared in George Town magistrate's court on heroin trafficking charges involving 4,625 grams of the controlled substance.
Alam Aliran Kualiti has earned a Malaysian Book of Records title for operating Southeast Asia's largest belt press dewatering facility in Penang, treating 10 million litres of water daily while advancing circular economy goals.
Malaysia's delayed Tamil-language primary school in Penang is finally moving forward. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek announced that SJKT Sungai Bakap will be ready by late 2027, after stalling for over a decade due to financial and legal complications.
Penang's occupational safety agency is investigating the death of a Bangladeshi construction worker who fell from the 34th floor of a building under construction in Bayan Mutiara. The worker was found critically injured on a Level 9 canopy roof and later died at Penang Hospital.
Penang's Islamic Religious Council has committed RM2 million to the Mutiara Didik Cemerlang Akademik programme, delivering academic support to over 7,400 Bumiputera students through tuition classes and exam preparation workshops.
Five Malaysian cocktail bars have earned recognition in Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 extended rankings, with Cabinet 8 KL joining the list as a newcomer at position 65.
Penang's occupational safety authority has suspended all work at a Bandar Tanjong Pinang construction project following a fatal incident on July 1 in which an Indonesian worker was struck by falling scaffolding from the eighth floor.
Penang MCA has challenged the state government's reported progress on the Air Itam-Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway bypass, demanding disclosure of payment records and certification reports and threatening escalation to federal authorities.
Malaysia's Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority has recorded RM46.72 million in sales through its Agro MADANI programme in the first five months of 2024, conducting 1,833 nationwide events to connect farmers and producers directly with consumers.
Penang has commenced enforcement of Community Service Orders against littering offenders, replacing warnings with court action and potential fines of up to RM2,000 or 12 hours of community service.
A Penang magistrate has rejected a police request to extend remand for three foreign men implicated in World Cup betting operations. The trio now remain under immigration custody.
A trailer driver has been fined RM6,000 by George Town magistrate's court for careless driving at the Udini underpass. The driver entered a guilty plea to the charge.