7 stories within reach of Butterworth, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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.
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.
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.
Penang police arrested seven individuals, including a married couple, in multiple operations and seized drugs valued at RM3.2 million. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the state.
A male Kafa teacher from Penang, who was reported missing and was due to marry in September, has been found in Kedah. The teacher had disappeared since last Saturday, prompting a search. He has since turned up safely in Kedah.
The Penang State Education Department has assured support and protection for a SPM candidate who was targeted in sexual cyberbullying. The department is implementing measures to safeguard the student's well-being and academic progress.
Penang police are actively searching for a 26-year-old male Kafa teacher who went missing ahead of his planned September wedding. Authorities are conducting investigations and efforts to locate him.