
Results 1 - 20 of 201 in George Town, Malaysia
Khazanah's grant a timely boost for Penang tourism
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The launch of a RM20 million grant by Khazanah Nasional Berhad's subsidiary Think City Sdn Bhd to rejuvenate George Town's heritage enclaves in Penang, could serve as a timely economic and tourism boost for the state. Comment?
Penang's north coast promised laid-back charm
THERE was a time not so long ago when Penang's famed north coast, stretching from Tanjung Tokong to Teluk Bahang, was more natural and undeveloped. Comment?
I Remember When... Penang's north coast promised laid-back charm
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From popular restaurants with their delicacies to sandy beaches, A. SHUKOR RAHMAN misses the simple pleasures of one of Penang's corners. Comment?
GEORGE TOWN: To many, Malaysia is a food paradise. To others, it is a food paradox. Comment?
Opportunities abound in Middle East despite crisis
GEORGE TOWN: The United Arab Emirates and other Middle-Eastern countries still offer plenty business opportunities despite the Dubai financial crisis, said the Malaysian Retailer-Chains Association . Comment?
GEORGE TOWN: Deep-sea fishermen here may soon be forced to install turtle excluder devices in their trawl nets to protect the endangered species. Comment?
YTL Land to buy half of PDC Heritage Hotel
YTL Land and Development Bhd plans to buy a 50 per cent stake in PDC Heritage Hotel Sdn Bhd for RM14.6 million. Comment?
Local councils need to approve free standing structures in Penang
GEORGE TOWN: Telecommunication companies which intend to erect towers or free standing structures in Penang will now have to get planning permission from the local councils. Comment?
GEORGE TOWN: The state government has bowed to demands from Penang Botanic Gardens hawkers to be located near the entrance. Comment?
Record foreign field expected for Pesta International bowling meet
GEORGE TOWN: Former champion Choi Bok-eum is set to spearhead South Korea's challenge in the annual Penang Pesta International Bow ling Championships at the Mega Lanes in Prai this week. Comment?
Cloudy sky hampers viewing of meteor show
GEORGE TOWN: More than 500 meteors lit up a cloud y Penang s ky at the peak of the Geminid meteor shower yesterday. Comment?
GEORGE TOWN: Penang Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Abdul Rahman Abbas will launch the state's third Christmas open house celebration on Sunday at Penang Times Square. Comment?
Man escapes gallows and gets tongue-lashing in court
GEORGE TOWN: A coffeeshop helper was admonished in a High Court for causing his wife to be charged along with him on two counts of drug trafficking. Comment?
Catch Geminid meteor shower on Sunday night
GEORGE TOWN: Astronomy buffs who want to catch this year's Geminid meteor shower should look to the skies this Sunday night. Comment?
Catch the meteor shower on Sunday night
GEORGE TOWN: Local astronomy buffs who want to catch this year's Geminid meteor shower should remember to look to the skies this Sunday night. Comment?
GEORGE TOWN: The prices of vegetables in the country have soared because of the monsoon rains and adverse weather conditions in countries from which these vegetables are imported. Comment?
Gerakan: Batu Maung rubbish unacceptable
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GEORGE TOWN: The Penang government needs to get its act together and clean up the rubbish at the Batu Maung transfer site. Comment?
Penang to attempt new Guinness dance record on New Year's Eve
Malaysia Sun Tuesday 8th December, 2009 Kuala Lumpur, Dec 8 : Malaysian state Penang is set to welcome 2010 by making an attempt at a new Guinness world record through the 1 Population 1 World dance event. Comment?
Penang to attempt new Guinness dance record on New Year's Eve
Kuala Lumpur, Dec 8 : Malaysian state Penang is set to welcome 2010 by making an attempt at a new Guinness world record through the 1 Population 1 World dance event. Comment?
Developers still drawn to Penang's allure
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Penang remains a property hotspot with developers from both the island and the Klang Valley, with the number of new projects increasing in the third quarter of this year. Comment?