Events
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FestivalThe Penang Hot Air Balloon Fiesta will see numerous hot air balloons by international and local balloonists over two days, with family friendly...
September 2026
The September Issue Is Out Now! Penang Monthly’s September issue explores the vibrant world of Penang’s pasar malam, highlighting their food, culture, community, traditions, and evolving role in island life.
The Numbers on Food
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There are four main types of food-related licenses issued by the local councils in Penang. These include licenses issued to food and beverage hawkers, restaurants, food trucks as well as food manufacturing and processing premises.
How Much Are We Reading?
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Our survey on the reading habits of Penangites, which was conducted both physically and online, encompassed 356 respondents and reveal the following results.
A Call to Action by the Penang State Government to Embrace Sustainable Development Goals
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In light of the unprecedented environmental challenges faced by Planet Earth (the UN says Climate Genocide is coming and that the planet has only until 2030 to...
Living in Penang's Most Famous Clanhouse
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Goh Hun Meng grew up within the stately Khoo Kongsi, in the heart of George Town. During his childhood, Goh Kong Chuan, who is Hun Meng's sann-pek, or third uncle, was an avid photographer who lovingly captured intimate family moments.
Fuel Subsidies in Malaysia vs Global Crude Oil Prices, 2006-2012
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The Malaysian fuel subsidies bill is highly dependent on global crude oil prices. In other words, when the global crude oil prices increase, our government has...
Education in Numbers
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Pre-school education is considered optional in Malaysia. The number of registered private pre-schools slightly outweighs that of the government pre-schools, acc...
Mind the Young Mind
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It is often claimed that traditional Asian ways of teaching encourage students to memorise facts – so-called rote learning. The Western way, in contradi...
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