July 2025

A study by researchers from Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) highlights the resurgence of local knowledge in textile dyeing using colourants/pigments extracted from natural resources.

Born in Bombay and growing up in Karachi before moving to Malaysia (then Malaya), Lubna Jumabhoy is a teacher of the Japanese floral art ikebana, and is France’s representative in Penang.

Originating from a small village, Tenun Pahang was worn by royalty, nobles or the chief of state. It later became the gift of choice for guests of the palace, whether they were locals or from abroad.

If Penang wants to maintain its status as one of the most liveable cities in the region, investing in quality green spaces is a given path to take.

When an eviction notice came in 2018, forcing the company to relocate, the family uncovered a trove of vintage optical equipment while packing—forgotten treasures tucked away for decades.