News near Lebuh China George Town Penang
5 stories within reach of Lebuh China George Town Penang, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Woman injured by falling concrete debris from building
A woman in her 20s was injured by falling concrete debris from a heritage building on Lebuh China in George Town, Penang, during the Hungry Ghost Festival. The incident occurred around 11:30 pm when a connecting cable on the wall snapped, causing part of the building's corner structure to fall. The victim was taken to a hospital for treatment, and MBPP staff were seen cleaning the area and setting up safety tape.
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'I was so worried the ferry would sink'
A Teluk Bahang ferry collided with the MV Mekar Jaya within Penang Port limits, injuring 21 people. Passengers described the terrifying moment of impact, with some treated at Hospital Seberang Jaya. The Penang Port Commission reported the accident occurred around 8.40pm.
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World War II teaches us not to rely on foreign powers, says historian
Historian Clement Liang reflects on the Allied bombing of Penang during WWII, which destroyed iconic buildings, and draws lessons for Malaysians today about self-reliance and unity.
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Police confirm bloody clash in Air Itam involving Geng 04
Police confirmed that a violent clash in Air Itam, Penang, involving members of the Geng 04 gang, was caused by a debt dispute. Two men were seriously injured after being mistaken for gang members, and 13 suspects have been arrested.
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Penang council revokes dog license, fines owner RM250 after pet attacks stray
The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has revoked the license of a pet dog and fined its owner RM250 after the dog attacked a stray in Tanjung Bungah, Penang. The action was taken under the MPPP (Dogs) By-Laws 1977 following a viral video of the incident.