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Penang-based adhesives manufacturer GB Bond Holdings has received Bursa Malaysia's approval to list on the ACE Market by the third quarter of 2026, planning to raise capital for regional expansion and capacity upgrades.
Malaysia's Penang DOSH has suspended all operations at a Bandar Tanjong Pinang construction site after a fatal incident on July 1 claimed the life of an Indonesian worker struck by falling scaffolding from the eighth floor.
Penang DAP Socialist Youth has dismissed environmental criticism of the Penang South Reclamation project as propaganda, following a court decision against an NGO's legal challenge to the development.
Malaysia's Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority has generated RM46.72 million through its Agro MADANI Sales programme in the first five months of the year, with events now expanding to Penang as part of efforts to boost local agricultural entrepreneurs.
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Former Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng and his wife Betty Chew have failed to strike out a corruption and money laundering case involving a RM11.6 million foreign workers' hostel project, clearing the way for trial to proceed.
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Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib praised the Communications Ministry's decision to host National Journalists' Day celebrations across different states, with HAWANA 2026 drawing nearly 1,000 media professionals to Penang.
The Penang Future Foundation has allocated RM47.7 million in scholarships to 863 deserving Malaysian students over 11 years, with fresh applications opening July 15 for STEM, finance, and accountancy fields.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has officiated the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration at the PICCA Convention Centre in Butterworth, with international and regional media delegates in attendance.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day grand finale takes place in Penang today, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officiating the event. Around 1,000 media practitioners and international delegations will gather to celebrate media integrity and journalism excellence.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day celebration in Penang this week has sparked serious reflection on the profession's future, with industry bodies organising forums on artificial intelligence, media integrity, and the evolving role of journalism in a digital age.
Malaysia's premier journalism event, HAWANA 2026, launches tomorrow in Penang with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presiding. The summit brings 1,000 media practitioners together under the theme 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility'.
Penang will host the culminating summit of National Journalists' Day 2026 tomorrow, drawing approximately 1,000 media professionals from Malaysia and abroad. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event themed around media integrity and credibility.
Commemorative merchandise for Malaysia's National Journalists' Day celebration launches June 20 in Penang, featuring limited-edition apparel branded with the official HAWANA 2026 logo as part of a larger national media recognition event.
Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil Rajaji in George Town will move to a new RM8 million building in Farlim, Bandar Baru Ayer Itam. The Education Ministry has approved the relocation project, expected to complete within 18 months.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan leadership has reaffirmed its commitment to fielding more women candidates in the next state election, though Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow acknowledges persistent difficulties in identifying and recruiting sufficient female politicians willing to contest.
Authorities dismantled a major illegal e-waste operation in Bukit Mertajam, impounding materials valued at RM3 million and apprehending five individuals suspected of involvement in the unlicensed processing and stockpiling of electronic refuse.