November 2026

Penang Monthly | November 2026 is out now. This month, we journey through Penang’s South Asian links—from the enduring energy of George Town’s Little India to the remarkable restoration of Wadda Gurdwara Sahib. Discover stories of Punjabi cha, Ganesha at the threshold, traditional trades, migration, literature, art and the people keeping living heritage alive across Penang. Because heritage is more than buildings and archives—it is found in the languages we speak, the food we share, the work we do and the memories we carry.

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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.

by Ng Kar Yong

Ng Kar Yong

No Weight Gain, No Pain

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by Azmi Hussin

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.

by Rebecca Vega

Up In Smoke

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by Azmi Hussin

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...

by Laurence Loh

A Taste Of The Best

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by Azmi Hussin

The Art of the Deal

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by Azmi Hussin

Living in Penang's Most Famous Clanhouse

3 min read

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.

by Goh Hun Meng

Goh Hun Meng

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...

by Penang Monthly

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...

by Yeong Pey Jung

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...

by Dato' Dr. Ooi Kee Beng

Sunset in Kubang Semang, Bukit Mertajam.

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by Penang Monthly

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