Hello everyone, on a lighter note, since blog reader tunglang is having a spot of bother with his in-laws, I thought I would try and find out how folks in Penang would soothe ruffled in-law feathers. It would give us sort of an insight into local Penang social culture, don’t you think?
Lee Chong Wei has triumphed at the All-England badminton tournament edging past his nemesis Lin Dan 21-17, 21-17 in an explosive final, one of the most absorbing in recent times. This was a different Chong Wei, who in the past had invariably capitulated to Lin Dan in major finals. This time he displayed a rare tenacity that surprised his opponent.
Support the arts in Penang and make Penang a place for creative talents to flourish – and help save our rivers in the process. This production is brought to you by the good and creative folks at the Ombak Ombak Arts Studio. Click twice on the poster below to magnify:
Everyone needs a laugh sometimes. A good break from depressing news. That’s a father tearing up his job application rejection letter. I suppose the laughter, shared around the world, more than made up for the disappointment!
Entering the Great World Park of Penang or Tua Seh Kai was like being teleported into a dreamy entertainment world, the stuff of fantasy and gastronomical delights, recalls tunglang. This was definitely a happy world of nightly entertainment for Penangites of the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Located at the present Prangin Mall, it was like entering another dimension of amusement arcade, cinema, food and merry-go-round. Just pay 10 cents and you were teleported into a world of great entertainment. (Mind you, 10 cents then was like a bullock cart’s wheel).