Hindu Temples of Penang
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Hindu temples are a common sight in Penang, coming in varied shapes and sizes. Not many realise, however, that the existence of each temple – from its str...
December 2025
Our December issue examines the flavours, practices and foodways that define Malaysian life, from home kitchens and inherited techniques to the diverse cultural influences that shape Penang’s palate.
The Value of Ethnic Diversity
6 min read
Studies in Europe and the US have shown that areas and organisations with a highly diverse workforce are also innovative and productive. Ethnic diversity in particular is seen as an asset for developing a knowledge-based economy.
The Renminbi - Risks and Opportunities Ahead
6 min read
There are basically three types of interested parties who need to make payment arrangements in Renminbi (RMB) — an exporter to China, an importer of Chine...
Towards Clean Governance in Asean
32 min read
GOVERNANCE IS as clean as its dirtiest linkPenang Institute hosts the inaugural Conference of the Asean Coalition for Clean GovernanceThe Penang Institute w...
"Better Penang": The First City App in Malaysia, A Vision in Action
5 min read
Penang has always been a close-knit community. The close physical proximity of the different urban centres with George Town serving as the hub means that both p...
Kumbabhishekam
2 min read
On June 29, the Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Kovil Temple in the Penang Botanic Gardens was flooded with thousands of devotees from all over for the auspicious Kumbabhishekam ceremony.
Developers of 18th Century Pinang
5 min read
Since the details are largely hearsay passed down by a son of Haji Brunie to Vaughan, caution should be exercised in accepting them as facts.The possession...
The George Town Festival 2012 – An Overwhelming Month
6 min read
For four weeks stretching between June and July, the streets of Penang became a living outdoor museum bursting with dance, drama, arts and music.Ostensibly...
George Town: A Ghost Town of The Future?
5 min read
For now, it seems that only prosperity and wealth await George Town. But what are the long term implications of this change?
What The Higgs Happened?
7 min read
What did we discover?The jury is still out! The measurements we have made have not yet achieved sufficient precision to say conclusively whether or not this i...
The Guardian of The Hill
4 min read
Lee briefing visitors at the reopening of the bypaths.With its magnificent panoramic views and its cool climate, Penang Hill has always been a popular ret...
Not Easy Housing Malaysians
7 min read
Prime Minister Najib Razak recently called for feedback in advance of the government’s unveiling of the National Budget 2013. The top of the wish list for...
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