Reusing Wastewater: The Future of Sustainable Water Management in Malaysia
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OUR INDUSTRIES ARE key drivers of Malaysia’s economic growth, but they also create a significant demand for water. This…
Water Security is Everyone’s Responsibility
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“WE LIVE IN an age of swirling crises—economic crisis, energy crisis, food security crisis. What are the chances of…
Spearheading Sustainable Growth
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PDC IS THE first state agency in Penang to adopt the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainable Development Goal…
Recognising the Deep Plight of Our Farmers and the Key Role They Play
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FARMERS, PARTICULARLY SMALL-HOLDERS, are integral to Malaysia’s agricultural sector as they account for approximately 76% of Malaysia’s food…
Penang’s French Connection of Education and Culture
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“Then, it was Penang. On a morning of emerald and gold, the city rose from the sea like the miraculous…
The Road (Un)Safety in George Town: The Case of Chulia Street
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“IF YOU CAN drive in Penang,” my parents say, “you can drive anywhere in Malaysia.” My Sabahan parents regard Penang…
Poems of Water
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In conjunction with the November issue’s highlight on the water crisis that plagues the state, and the George Town…
Chinese Language Publishing in Malaysia Shows Small Yet Vital Growth
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WHILE CHINESE LANGUAGE publishing has been long-standing in Malaysia, its market remains small. According to Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia, the total…
A Recap of George Town Literary Festival 2023
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AT THE END of every November, there occurs a sudden influx of visitors to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of…
Modern Choices for Modern Adult Travellers
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EXPERIENCING NEW CULTURES, discovering fresh perspectives and finding escape—the allure of travel is undeniable. But there remains a divide…
Lily Cat: The Global Diplomat
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I WAS BORN in Manhattan, New York, so I am used to island life, though I must admit that living…
Penang Hill and Penang National Park: Lungs of the Island
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PENANG HILL AND Penang National Park are more than just natural havens; they are the beating heart of Penang’s…
