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SIBU: The Sarawak Central Region Hotels Association wants the government to come down hard on unlicensed short-term lodging.Its chairman Johnny Wong said due to the inaction by the authorities, more and more owners are converting shophouses for the purpose.“Many owners of condominium units are...

Ung (left) and Lim Yew Ming at the prize-giving ceremony.TROPICANA Surprize Upsize campaign grand prize winner Lim Yew Ming could not believe his luck when he was named winner of a free upsized home.The 27-year-old had bought an apartment unit at Tropicana Aman, which made him eligible to...

A venue space fit for events at the Convention 33 of Lot 33 in Prangin Mall, Penang. Provided pix.BRIDES and grooms looking for an elegant wedding venue will be pleased with Convention 33@Lot 33.They can celebrate their special day there with a crowd from 150 to 1,000.Located at the sub-basement...

Tan (left) and Loy taking a tour around the Legacy Gallery set up to feature Taylor’s College’s milestones since its establishment in 1969.THE new year calls for a bold move forward and starting a brand new chapter, and Taylor’s College has done just that in every sense of the word.After...

Taman Tangling residents will be able to hold all kinds of activities at the covered basketball court which is due for completion soon.RESIDENTS in Taman Tangling in Nibong Tebal on mainland Penang will soon be hosting a variety of activities once a covered basketball court there is completed by...

THE Penang government has allocated RM100,000 to upgrade the A-Zone basketball court in Jalan Tenggiri, Butterworth in Penang.Managed by Pertubuhan Perayaan Yee Lan Seberang Jaya, the court, which doubles as a multi-purpose hall, is in poor condition.The organisation’s chairman Loo Kim Fong said...

If you have suffered losses because of errors in your title search, you have recourse for compensationBy Dr Ernest CheongYou’ve seen the ad, viewed the property, offered a price and your offer has been accepted. Congratulations! The next thing you must do is engage a lawyer to handle your...

Buyers Beware By CHANG KIM LOONGProvision of open and green spaces. The approval governs on how these open spaces allotted for the designated community activities such as playground for children, communal park, etc are to be used.FIRST off is the regulation which is below.It is mandated in the...

Buying a house is one of the biggest steps to take in life, but at this point in time, a loan is almost essential in securing your home.Check out these few tips to ensure that you make the best out of your loans.

Oct 31, 2012The soul of woodNature has always provided us wood and trees for everyday convenience and survival, and we used to take full advantage of that. We would chop down trees and clear the land for agriculture, then use the trees to build shelter, to keep warm and to cook.It was just a normal...