Penang Monthly, by Penang Institute, is the voice of Penang, offering insights on its people, politics, economy, culture, and society, with a focus on local and national issues for curious Malaysians.
RUNSign up for the virtual Run with Flying Colours - Pass It On to show your support this International Women’s Day (IWD). Or join the video conte...
In our February issue, we discussed the establishment of Médecins Sans Frontières in Penang and in Malaysia, its work with vulnerable communities...
CULTURECelebrations and festivals are joyous occasions for many, but did you know that they often generate much waste as well? In conjunction with the u...
CALL FOR ENTRYGeorge Town Festival 2021 is currently seeking submissions for its upcoming photography exhibition, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow. With the t...
“WE ARE ON the precipice of inflicting seismic harm on Mother Nature. If left unchecked, our collective behaviours and actions will lead to more devastati...
Penang2030, C4: Accelerating programme delivery and institutional reformsThe Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect the world. The situation in Wuhan, China sh...
A YEAR AND a half has come and gone since chief minister Chow Kon Yeow announced his vision for the state.The vision, Penang2030: A Family-focused Green and S...
ComedyWant to flex your comedic chops or just try your hand at stand-up? Then head over to the Little Art House Studio’s Comedy Open Mic because a...
On November 24, Philip Bowring’s book, Empire of the Winds: The Global Role of Asia’s Great Archipelago, published by I.B. Tauris, took home the 2019 Penang Book Prize, which is awarded annually by city magazine Penang Monthly.
On August 29, 2018 Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow launched his vision statement – “Penang2030: A Family-focused Green and Smart State that Inspires th...