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The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is set to receive three Turkish-made Anka unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in February. These drones are a significant upgrade to Malaysia's surveillance capabilities in the South China Sea, a region of heightened geopolitical tension and strategic interest. For Penang, this development carries
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Australia’s recent inquiry into the Optus emergency call outage, a tragic event that resulted in two deaths, offers profound lessons for Penang’s public safety, telecommunications policy, and digital infrastructure. The incident exposed multiple systemic failures that compromised critical emergency response capabilities — a wake-up call highly relevant to Penang
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In a significant development announced by Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong, a six-month interest-free loan freeze coupled with expanded financing initiatives for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is poised to reshape Malaysia's entrepreneurial and cooperative sectors. This policy maneuver is particularly relevant for
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Singapore’s recent landmark enforcement against a social media user fined RM44,000 for posting e-vaporiser content underscores a growing regional trend towards stringent regulation of vaping promotion. While the case originates in Singapore, its reverberations hold valuable insights and cautionary lessons for Penang’s policymakers, business community, and digital
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Recently, UEFA imposed significant disciplinary measures against prominent football clubs, with Bayern Munich facing a hefty six-figure fine alongside a partial stadium closure. Such sanctions often arise from crowd disturbances, security lapses, or breaches of conduct during major competitions. While this action centers on European football, the ramifications resonate far
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The recent tragic death of a leading fusion scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) marks a somber moment for the global scientific community. While the event occurred far from Malaysian shores, its ripples extend to innovation hubs worldwide, including Penang’s burgeoning technology and research ecosystems. Penang, recognized
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The recent announcement by the Federal Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (Felcra) of a 15% dividend for 2025, with payouts expected early next year, represents a noteworthy development in Malaysia's agrarian investment scene. While Felcra primarily focuses on rural land consolidation and development, the ripple effects of its
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The recent developments surrounding the police shootings in Durian Tunggal, now formally classified as murder, have reverberated across Malaysia's socio-political landscape. DAP's Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng's pointed remarks about the absence of arrests highlight crucial questions of governance, legal accountability, and public trust.
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As the Trump administration concludes its tenure, marked by a prolific use of executive orders to govern, the ripple effects of these unilateral policy maneuvers are visible far beyond the United States. For regions like Penang, with intertwined economic and geopolitical ties to global markets, this style of governance offers
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The recent legal confrontation initiated by former US President Donald Trump against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), seeking damages exceeding US$10 billion, has captured international attention. While on the surface this may appear a distant geopolitical and media matter, its undercurrents offer meaningful reflections for Penang's policy
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The Sabah State Legislative Assembly has recently passed the Supply Bill 2026, approving a sizeable state budget of RM6.4 billion. While Sabah and Penang differ in their economic scales and industrial compositions, this development in East Malaysia holds important policy and economic signals that resonate in Penang. State budgets
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The national Muay Thai squad's sensational achievement—clinching three gold medals in the 2025 Thailand SEA Games by overcoming strong home favourites, including a reigning world champion—underscores Malaysia's growing prowess in martial arts. This remarkable sporting feat offers more than just national pride; it provides