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Responsibility For Waste Is Highest At Our Most Beloved Shared Spaces
September 2026 Feature

Responsibility For Waste Is Highest At Our Most Beloved Shared Spaces

5 min read
FEW PLACES CAPTURE the spirit of Malaysian community life quite like the pasar malam. Besides being valued for their convenience…
by Phor Wei Xuan
Phor Wei Xuan
Spectacle, “Snake Oil” And Satay: The Curious Story Of Penang’s Pasar Malam
September 2026 Feature

Spectacle, “Snake Oil” And Satay: The Curious Story Of Penang’s Pasar Malam

10 min read
THE SATAY SMOKE reaches you before the stalls do: smell has never respected queueing etiquette. I had not been to…
by Eugene Quah
Eugene Quah
On A Firm Footing: Ballroom Dancing In Penang
Feature September 2026

On A Firm Footing: Ballroom Dancing In Penang

5 min read
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by Aadah Lee &  Rachel Yeoh
Aadah Lee Rachel Yeoh
The Big Generative AI Challenge Assessing And  Embedding Authenticity In Higher Education
September 2026 Feature

The Big Generative AI Challenge Assessing And Embedding Authenticity In Higher Education

4 min read
THE WIDESPREAD AVAILABILITY and use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools, such as DeepSeek and ChatGPT, present significant challenges to…
by Wong Teik Aun
Wong Teik Aun
The Accidental  Influencer: Pak Wiy’s  Misson To  Document  Seberang  Perai’s Pasar Malam
September 2026 Feature

The Accidental Influencer: Pak Wiy’s Misson To Document Seberang Perai’s Pasar Malam

7 min read
AMID THE BUSTLING lanes of Pasar Malam Kepala Batas, where the aromas of satay, durian and freshly cooked food mingle,…
by Husna Shafirah
Husna Shafirah
Selected  Pasar Malam In Penang
September 2026 Feature

Selected Pasar Malam In Penang

1 min read
Explore Penang’s vibrant pasar malam: diverse food, local culture, and community spirit thrive at these unique night markets.
by Hajar Ariff &  Pan Yi Chieh
Hajar Ariff Pan Yi Chieh
Advancing  Industrial  Excellence  Through  Sustainable Development At Penang’s Industrial  Parks
September 2026 Feature

Advancing Industrial Excellence Through Sustainable Development At Penang’s Industrial Parks

4 min read
THE SUCCESS OF the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone has played a pivotal role in shaping Penang’s economic landscape.…
by Kenneth Ong
Kenneth Ong
Not Just Commodities: What Are Pop-Up  Markets  Actually  Selling?
September 2026 Feature

Not Just Commodities: What Are Pop-Up Markets Actually Selling?

5 min read
“WAH, WHAT KIND of Muah Chee is this? So expensive one. You know you can get these for RM3 at…
by Sheryl Teoh
Sheryl Teoh
Between Profitability And Affordability: The Economics Of Night Markets
September 2026 Feature

Between Profitability And Affordability: The Economics Of Night Markets

5 min read
THE PASAR MALAM is often associated with affordability. Yet its economic value transcends consumer prices. By bringing ready-to-eat…
by Nadhirah Zainuddin
Nadhirah Zainuddin
Revisiting Lim Kean Siew’s  Experiment With Chinese Yixing Teapots
Feature August 2026

Revisiting Lim Kean Siew’s Experiment With Chinese Yixing Teapots

6 min read
TODAY’S COLLECTOR CULTURE is largely driven by thrill, such as chasing after blind boxes and limited drops, or simply…
by Nurul Natasha Amir
Nurul Natasha Amir
Farsighted Organisation Behind Penang’s Prowess In Chess Competitions
Feature August 2026

Farsighted Organisation Behind Penang’s Prowess In Chess Competitions

6 min read
From scattered school clubs in the 1930s to a vibrant chess community today, Penang’s chess journey is driven by generations of students, teachers, parents and volunteers. More than a game, chess has become a powerful platform for developing critical thinking, resilience and lifelong connections.
by Quah Seng Sun
Quah Seng Sun
The St Maur Sisters: A Penang Tale of Sacrifice, Resilience and Education
Feature August 2026

The St Maur Sisters: A Penang Tale of Sacrifice, Resilience and Education

7 min read
From a perilous four-month voyage to building one of Asia’s most influential convent school networks, the Infant Jesus Sisters transformed girls’ education in Penang. Their resilience, faith and dedication left a lasting legacy that continues to shape generations.
by Chen Yen Ling
Chen Yen Ling
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