6 stories within reach of Balik Pulau, published in the last 3 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Malaysian tower-running world champ Soh Wai Ching powers up Penang Hill in under 26 minutes on Merdeka Day
Malaysian tower-running world champion Soh Wai Ching set a new national record by climbing Penang Hill in under 26 minutes on Merdeka Day, marking his second national record achievement.
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Family prays for Gelugor hiker missing in Nepal floods, Penang government ready to assist
The family of Muhammad Muhaimin Azhad Noor Hadi, a hiker from Gelugor, Penang, is praying for his safety after he went missing in Nepal floods. The Penang government has expressed readiness to assist the family during this difficult time.
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Debt dispute sparks armed George Town school fight, police arrest 13 suspects including minors
Police in George Town arrested 13 male suspects, including three minors, following a fight at a school sparked by a debt dispute. The incident involved weapons, and investigations are ongoing.
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Penang council seizes licensed dog after viral video shows attack on stray in Tanjung Bungah
Penang authorities seized a licensed dog in Tanjung Bungah after a viral video showed it attacking a stray. The incident prompted action by the local council.
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Anwar approves RM4.6m for upgrades at 27 Penang Islamic institutions
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim approved RM4.6 million in additional funding for upgrades at 27 Islamic institutions in Penang, announced during a visit to Butterworth. The funds aim to improve facilities and support religious education.
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Factory owner suffers first-degree burns trying to fight blaze that destroys 80pc of Butterworth premises
A 58-year-old factory owner in Butterworth suffered first-degree burns while attempting to fight a fire that destroyed 80% of his premises. The blaze caused significant damage to the factory.