Keeping the orphans safe
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Situated along Penang’s Jalan Scotland, the Ramakrishna Ashrama has come a long way since it was founded in 1938. This orphanage survived World War II and...
The history of Bukit Mertajam Part I – From agrarian village to economic hub
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Early traces of civilisationModern day Bukit Mertajam is without a doubt a sprawling urban centre, with expanding boundaries which have far exceeded its dated...
Something fishy in Kampung Sungai Udang
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A visit to Nibong Tebal is never complete without dropping by Kampung Sungai Udang. This fishermen’s village is located at the end of Sungai Kerian toward...
Noses don’t grow back
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It is very sad that the state of Penang is being ignored in the 11th Malaysia Plan (2016-2020). None of the infrastructure projects the Penang government pres...
