Penang’s water supply company honours media workers with awards
By V. Sivaji Media practitioners in Penang were feted to an evening of fellowship along with a fine dinner spread by Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang (PBAPP) at the Eastern…
Disted in the big leagues with 24 graduating with top distinction
By V. Sivaji With 24 students finishing A* (asterisk denoting distinction); A and B grades in their A-Levels this year, it goes to show that Disted College is in the…
Women’s business group to host retro nite featuring UK DJ
By V. Sivaji Come with your bell bottoms, afros and tie-dye blouses this Thursday night (Oct 5) as you will be transported to a dance music era of the 70s’…
LED-dragon dance steals the show at Straits Quay’s Mid-Autumn fest
By V. Sivaji Some 200 children had a great time at the Mid Autumn Lantern Walk at the Straits Quay Retail Marina recently. The event has become a symbol of…
Spot leftovers and get Baskin Robbins ice cream
Calvin Chan is a man on a mission after smelling discarded berries in the dumpster. Now he is asking all to check your favourite restaurants if they are throwing out…
Did you know Penang is HQ for WorldFish?
By V. Sivaji How many of us have heard about the international organisation called “WorldFish” and what more they have been headquartered in Penang for the past 20 years. Ironically,…
Penangite who moved to Norway now speaks 10 languages
By V. Sivaji The proverb, “home is where the heart is” may aptly describe Oslo resident Rajan Chinnappen’s urge to come back to Penang whenever he has the chance. Having…
The ‘White Cane’ group needs your help
Persatuan Tongkat Putih Pulau Pinang renders assistance to the visually impaired to be independent and self sufficient. Being an officially registered association for the past eight years, they are led…
Shy to speak in public? Then the Shanghai Affair might be a solution
By V. Sivaji The “Shanghai Affair” showcase which will be held at the heritage enclave at the iconic Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi is offering an evening of fine food…
Have triple the fun at Sunway Property Penang’s Mid-Autumn do
By V. Sivaji Master community developer, Sunway Property Penang is currently hosting its triple celebration with the theme Illuminating Mid-Autumn @ Sunway Wellesley from Aug 31 to Sept 16, 2019.…