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Komtar: flooding from water tank overflow shuts down 12 elevators

Only five elevators are currently working in the building that houses the Penang government

Penang No. 2 best solo travelling destination in Southeast Asia: Lonely Planet

Travel portal says George Town is a treasure trove of history mixed with modernity and a melting pot of cultural influences

Higher fares for Penang Hill funicular train service starting May 1

The Penang Hill Corporation (PHC) today announced the new ticket fares for the Penang Hill funicular service, scheduled to take effect on May 1.

Penangites stock up on water containers ahead of upcoming scheduled water cuts

Penangites, who will be affected by a four-day scheduled water supply disruption from January 10, have proactively begun preparations to ensure they have enough water during the period.

Technician dies after head trapped between lift doors in Penang mall

A 28-year-old technician lost his life while conducting maintenance work on a lift in a tragic incident that occurred at a shopping complex in Jalan Burmah, George Town, here today. 

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Duck and cover? FashionValet bought Vivy’s 30 Maple for RM95 mil in 2018

Purchase of Duck's holding company which appears to be owned wholly by Datin Vivy Yusof and husband Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar was made same year GLICs invested RM47 mil

12 hours on the road no guarantee for liveable wages, say several food delivery riders

Long working hours and cut-throat remuneration structure have been a bane for food delivery riders recently with some considering to leave their current service platform for another – or find a new job altogether.

National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports