The George – newest luxury hotel in Georgetown is open
By V. Sivaji Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow officiated the soft-opening ceremony of the newest luxury hotel in Georgetown – The George. It offers a total of 92…
Penang Adventist Hospital celebrates 98th anniversary and Christmas tree lighting ceremony
By V. Sivaji Penang Adventist Hospital (PAH) celebrated its 98th anniversary and its Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the presence of Penang Chief Minister, YAB Chow Kon Yeow along with…
World’s first International Lion dance competition to be held at sea on Genting Dream
Resorts World Cruises (RWC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tao One Ltd, a Singapore Taoist non-profit organization, to launch the world’s first-ever lion dance competition at sea, which…
MAH members meet in Ipoh for off-site session
By V. Sivaji The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH National) held their board meeting in the “town that tin built” or Ipoh recently. Leading the team was MAH National president…
Penang Bridge International Marathon 2022 is a “runaway” success
(Photo credit YB Yeoh Soon Hin FB) In conjunction with the Penang Bridge International Marathon (PBIM) 2022, the Penang bridge (first bridge) is the only day it is closed and…
Potatoes USA holds roadshow in Penang
By V. Sivaji Potatoes USA had their roadshow to promote healthy eating habits at the Courtyard By Marriott Penang recently. Judging from the response, many were keen to learn more…
Teachers and educators to take part in basketball tournament
The national level “Piala Pendidik” basketball tournament is making a comeback this year. The tournament was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The tournament is unique because the participants of…
Penang motorists take note – Work on The Light interchange to start at Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu expressway Dec 12, 2022
IJM Land has announced that they are commencing the construction works for THE LIGHT Interchange, which includes building new elevated ramps to connect to THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang and widening…
BBC names 100 influential women for 2022
BBC has listed 100 influential women from all over the world for 2022. Among the big names are are global music phenomenon Billie Eilish, Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska, actresses…
Delegates at BE @ Penang get to meet humanoid robot “Pepper”
By V.Sivaji Delegates and guests at the 7th edition of BE @ Penang conference being held at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre had the opportunity to meet the humanoid robot…