Student Christine Yong is Miss Yosakoi Penang 2022 title winner
Marketing student, Christine Yong, 22, was judged the winner of the Miss Yosakoi 2022 pageant held at the Gurney Plaza shopping mall yesterday. She beat seven other contestants to the…
Double joy for Penang based association for being recorded in the Malaysian Book of Records and launch of their webpage
Every community has its own form and version of martial arts practises which has been passed down from one generation to another generation. One such craft is the “Nillaikalakki Silambam”…
Accor group announces the opening of Grand Mercure Solo Baru in Central Java, Indonesia
Accor announced the opening of Grand Mercure Solo Baru in Central Java, Indonesia recently. The 348-key hotel is set to become the first Grand Mercure in Solo, Central Java, joining…
Showcase of traditional dance and music from Sarawak at Straits Quay Retail Marina
Wonderful sounds and dance of traditional music by the Persatuan Kayan Sarawak (Cawangan Sg Asap) filled the air at the main entrance of the Straits Quay Retail Mall. The 21-members…
Staff at Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa to don stylish batik outfits
Staff at the iconic Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa will don their batik outfits every Friday. Dubbed “Batik Friday”, the cultural initiative is to celebrate Malaysia’s fashionable artforms by wearing…
Penang Bon Odori 2022 edition a runaway success
The Penang Bon Odori 2022 edition was a runaway success considering it had to take a two-year break due to the pandemic and some uncertain developments of late. However, leading…
A myriad of colours and tradition this weekend in Georgetown
Myriad colours, culture and tradition were on show for visitors taking advantage of the long weekend and holidays to visit Georgetown this time around. Celebrations underway are the Georgetown Heritage…
Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association holds meaningful gathering at Hin Bus Depot
By V. Sivaji The Hin Bus Depot was a hive of activity as more than 500 members from the Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association (KDCA) members gathered for a day of…
“Welcome to Penang” campaign to bring back the tourism industry even stronger
Putting aside politics, the Penang State Government will work together with other tourist destinations like Langkawi, Malacca and Sabah to complement each other. Speaking at the launch of the “Welcome…
George Town Festival (GTF) 2022 is back next month
By V. Sivaji The George Town Festival (GTF) 2022 is back. The popular event will be held from July 9 to 24, 2022 across several venues in Georgetown and surrounding…