Two Unemployed Men Remanded Over Tanjung Bungah Armed Robberies
Authorities in Penang have remanded two unemployed men for a week as investigation intensifies into a series of armed robberies and burglaries in the affluent Tanjung Bungah area.
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Three Family Members Injured After Tree Crashes Onto Vehicle in Penang
A Perodua Ativa carrying an elderly couple and their granddaughter was struck by a fallen tree on Jalan Macalister in George Town, Penang. All three occupants sustained injuries and were hospitalised, though bystanders freed them before firefighters arrived.
Penang to Launch Comprehensive Safety Audit of Heritage Buildings After Armenian Street Collapse
Penang will assess the safety of heritage buildings statewide after debris from a shophouse on Armenian Street injured two tourists. Termite damage caused the collapse, prompting discussion with the National Heritage Department on restoration requirements.
Heritage Building Collapse Injures Two Sri Lankan Tourists in George Town
Two Sri Lankan tourists were injured when debris from a heritage building collapsed on Armenian Street in George Town. The Penang government has ordered comprehensive safety inspections of all heritage structures across the state.
Restoring Fort Cornwallis is about understanding history, not celebrating colonialism, says Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended the restoration of Fort Cornwallis in George Town, emphasizing it serves to educate future generations about Malaysia's colonial experience rather than celebrate imperialism.
18-Year-Old Dies in Fall From Komtar Tower in Penang
Police in Penang are investigating the death of an 18-year-old male who fell from Komtar, the tallest building in the state. The incident occurred on July 24 in George Town, with preliminary findings suggesting no foul play.