Collectibles in The Hills
9 min read
THERE IS SOMETHING deeply satisfying about crossing off an item that has lingered far too long on your to-do list.…
The Wisdom of Keeping An Emergency Bag
4 min read
IN THE EVENT of an emergency evacuation—whether due to an explosion, earthquake or a tsunami—do you have an…
Lessons From My Father: Zhong Nanshan on the Pursuit of Medical Truth
6 min read
This article is based on an interview with Professor Zhong Nanshan, done on March 8 during his visit to Penang…
It’s NOT Just in Your Head: Mental Health in Malaysian Society
6 min read
*Names changed to protect identities.
THERE IS A growing mental health crisis in Malaysia and across Asia. The World Health…
Bukit Kota & Bukit Indera Muda: A Former Socio-Political Centre
6 min read
Exploring Bukit Kota and Bukit Indera Muda reveals overlooked traces of Kedahan political power and Sumatran connections on Penang’s mainland—linking Tunku Sulaiman’s legacy, ancient trade routes, and a deeper history of Malay settlements in Seberang Perai.
Seawater Battery Technologies: An Offer Malaysia Should Not Refuse
5 min read
THE COASTAL WATERS surrounding Penang Island hold more than just tourist appeal and fishing potential—they could be the key…
A Decade Building The Creative Community At Hin Market
4 min read
CREATIVE MARKETS HAVE been steadily gaining popularity in Penang, becoming crucial platforms for creative startups and businesses to showcase their…
Echoes From the Hill: Ordinary Farmers, Extraordinary Voices
5 min read
“TAKE THIS PAPAYA—it’s very sweet, from Penang Hill,” the vegetable seller handed me the fruit with a smile,…
Tenby's STEAM Fest: Inspiring The Community
4 min read
THE LONG-STANDING proverb that “it takes a village to raise a child” remains relevant, possibly even crucial today, seeing that…
Walking Through Penang’s Lesser Hill Range—The Trans Nine Peaks
7 min read
MENTION HILLS ON Penang Island, and Penang Hill and its greater range comes to mind; this starts at the southwest…
Finding My Way Back to Ladakh-and to Myself
7 min read
Penang blends island beauty and cultural vibrancy, while Ladakh contrasts bustling Leh with a tranquil countryside shaped by farming, herding and Tibetan Buddhism.
The Evolving Identities of Craft Artists in Taiwan and George Town
6 min read
Kenny Loh’s story is particularly remarkable—of Penang Baba Nyonya descent, he transitioned from nutrition to fashion design, mastering Nyonya embroidery through self-learning. He is now a fashion designer dedicated to preserving Baba Nyonya culture.
