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1. Global Trends In Engineering, Science And Technology Congress (GTEST) 2026

   1 Sep – 3 Sep MyCEB Penang Waterfront Convention Centre, Gelugor

   Global Trends In Engineering, Science And Technology Congress (GTEST) 2026. 1 September to 3 September 2026, at Penang Waterfront Convention Centre, Gelugor.

2. When heritage buildings become a public safety hazard

   3 weeks ago The Edge Malaysia Lebuh Armenian, George Town, Penang 5.5 km

   A structural collapse at an 81-year-old heritage shophouse in Lebuh Armenian, George Town, Penang, injured two Sri Lankan tourists. The incident has prompted the Penang government to assess the structural safety of heritage buildings statewide and raised questions about the adequacy of current inspection regulations for low-rise heritage buildings.