Make a short film on your love for Penang and win exclusive stays at Penang Hill
By V. Sivaji Calling budding film enthusiasts between the ages of 16 to 25. “The Love of Penang” short film contest 2019 will help hone your skills and talents while…
Christopher James Estrop entertaining people wherever he goes
By V. Sivaji Coming from a family of talented musicians, it is not surprising that Christopher James Estrop is a versatile singer, guitarist, pianist and overall entertainer. Hailing from Penang,…
GlenAllachie, next premium whisky to take Msian market by storm?
By V. Sivaji A new premium single malt whisky from Scotland is about to hit the Malaysian market very soon. The GlenAllachie single malt whisky is expected to be available…
Boutique wine from Misha’s Vineyard of NZ
By V. Sivaji Hailed to be among the top boutique wines from New Zealand, Misha’s Vineyard, produces award winning new world wine choices suited for the discerning. Although, Andy &…
Hompton Hotel clinches top Gold award from Msia Tourism Council
By V. Sivaji The Hompton Hotel By The Beach may be the “new kid in town” but they got off to a roaring start when they were awarded the “Best…
Captains of industry speak with Penang CM in dialogue
By V. Sivaji The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) Penang Chapter held its annual luncheon dialogue with the Chief Minister of Penang, Chow Kon Yeow at the…
Lexis shines light on the underprivileged
By V. Sivaji Doing charity and caring for the needy and underprivileged is in the DNA of the management and staff of the Lexis Hotel Group. In line with this…
Dutch woman does community service for the people of Penang
By V. Sivaji There is a Malay saying that goes “jauh di mata, dekat di hati” which best describes the good deeds by Dutch woman Jeeny de Kuijper who had…
International Buddhism expo to kick off in Seoul next week
By V. Sivaji The Seoul International Buddhism Expo (BEXPO) 2019 will be held at the Seoul Trade Exhibition & Convention (SETEC) from November 14 to 17. Some 70,000 people from…
M’sian given highest Canadian journalism honour
By Samantha McLeod for Penang Hyperlocal from Vancouver, Canada Veteran scribe and filmmaker, Fabian Dawson, who started his career in Malaysia was presented with one of the highest accolades in…