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On November 16, a volcano in southern Japan erupted, sending a significant plume of ash and smoke into the sky, prompting safety warnings in the Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures. While geographically distant, such natural disasters in key Asian tourism markets deserve close attention from Penang’s business community, especially in
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Thailand’s recent decision to lift its afternoon alcohol ban, aimed at boosting its tourism economy, underscores the regional competition in Southeast Asia’s leisure and hospitality industries. While bars and entertainment venues in Thailand cheer the relaxation, experts caution about potential public safety concerns. From Penang’s perspective, this
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Malaysia’s government, led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has confirmed plans to increase the number of parliamentary seats in Sabah and Sarawak, aiming to enhance representation for these critical East Malaysian states. This move, while delayed in committing to a one-third parliamentary seat quota, signals an important
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The recent reflections on industrial training experiences at Zoo Negara offer valuable insights that resonate strongly with Penang's burgeoning Tourism & Lifestyle sector. As Malaysia's premier zoological park, Zoo Negara exemplifies the intersection of conservation, education, and entertainment—three pillars that Penang can harness to further
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The recent tragic case of a Thai woman found dead in a Cambodian temple, allegedly after suffering electric shocks in a scam centre, spotlights a deeper regional challenge that resonates significantly with Penang's policy and economic environment. While the incident unfolded outside Malaysia, the cross-border nature of criminal
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A recent tragic fire incident in Sarikei, which claimed the life of a 97-year-old man and destroyed several vehicles and storage facilities, casts a sobering light on critical issues surrounding fire safety, building regulations, and emergency preparedness. While the event occurred outside Penang, its reverberations underscore urgent priorities for Penang’
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Universal Music Malaysia's decision to pull the music video of the Malaysian girl group Dolla following public backlash encapsulates the growing imperative of cultural respect and religious sensitivities in Malaysia's entertainment industry. While the incident occurred in Kuala Lumpur, its ramifications reverberate across Penang's
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The recent devastating fire that destroyed four homes and a furniture store at Kampung Wireless in Miri, displacing around 80 residents, serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that urban settlements face across Malaysia. While the incident occurred in Sarawak, its implications merit close consideration in Penang’s context,
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The 17th Sabah state election has captivated national attention, not just for its political fervor but for its unprecedented participation. With 23 political parties and 73 independent candidates contesting, the electoral field marks a record in Malaysia's political history. This surge in democratic engagement signals greater political pluralism
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In a recent incident on the Elite Highway near Kuala Lumpur, firefighters took an arduous 12 hours to douse a trailer fire carrying metal oxide cargo. The material, believed to be aluminium or zinc oxide, presents an acute challenge, both due to its chemical properties and the hazardous nature of
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The recent World Cup qualifying match where Kazakhstan held Belgium to a 1-1 draw, notably influenced by Kazakhstan's teenage goalkeeper Temirlan Anarbekov's stunning saves, may seem a distant sporting event from Penang’s shores. However, such international football moments ripple through global and regional fan engagement,
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The recent high-profile feud involving US lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene and former President Donald Trump, culminating in claims of death threats and accusations of political betrayal, may seem a distant spectacle from Penang's shores. However, the reverberations of such political instability in a global superpower inevitably ripple through