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Police in Penang have arrested six men following a violent machete attack at a Jelutong temple that resulted in two victims losing fingers. The incident marks an escalation in public violence in the state.
Penang has earmarked RM129,900 from its Youth Development Fund to finance 68 programmes run by 48 youth associations, focusing on skills development, employability, civic engagement and leadership training.
Penang has hosted the 2026 National Journalists' Day celebrations, attracting approximately 1,000 media professionals from Malaysia and ASEAN nations. The event emphasises media integrity and regional cooperation in journalism.
Malaysia's sixth National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) concludes today in Penang with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating proceedings. The event honours media practitioners and reinforces the importance of journalistic integrity in maintaining public trust.
The Penang Future Foundation has distributed approximately RM47.7 million across 863 scholarships since its establishment in 2015, with applications now open for 2026 awards in STEM, accountancy and finance.
Malaysia's premier National Journalists' Day summit begins tomorrow in Penang with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as chief guest. The event will gather roughly 1,000 media practitioners to explore journalism integrity and contemporary news practices.
About 1,000 media professionals will gather in Penang for the HAWANA 2026 summit, officiated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The event celebrates journalism's role in delivering credible information under the theme 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility'.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 will debut exclusive commemorative merchandise at its main Penang event on June 20, featuring limited-edition apparel bearing the official HAWANA 2026 branding.
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Penang authorities have temporarily closed 177 food premises for hygiene violations following inspections of over 4,000 establishments between January and April. Pest control failures were the primary concern.
SJKT Rajaji in George Town will relocate to a new RM8 million purpose-built campus in Farlim, with construction taking 18 months. The 76-year-old school currently serves about 100 pupils in cramped conditions.
Enforcement authorities have recovered RM3 million in illegal electronic waste following a raid on an unlicensed processing facility in Bukit Mertajam, Penang. Five people have been arrested in connection with the operation.