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The World's Longest Cooperative Company Name from Teluk Intan
The record for the world's longest abbreviated name is held by a cooperative company from Teluk Intan, Perak.
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Jom Niaga Carnival in Conjunction with SME Week 2017 in Ipoh
This carnival is organized by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, SME Corp Malaysia, and the Perak State Government at Bulatan Amanjaya and Casuarina Hotel in Bandar Meru Jaya, Ipoh. There are approximately 50 stalls and exhibitions featuring products from Perak entrepreneurs, 20 food trucks, and various exciting activities prepared for visitors.
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Perak Becomes the First State to Allow Online Divorce Applications
In this modern era of information technology, everything is at our fingertips, including simplifying the process of filing applications for Muslim couples seeking a divorce. A system known as MySolve has been developed to make it easier for couples experiencing marital issues to file for divorce. This system has been in development since early 2016.
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Opening of Asia's First Animation Theme Park in Perak
The opening of the Movie Animation Park Studios (MAPS) in Bandar Meru Raya is officially set to coincide with the second day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, celebrated by Muslims in our country after Ramadan. This date is expected to attract large crowds, especially those who have been eagerly awaiting the official opening of Asia's first animation theme park, particularly those who purchased tickets long ago.
Sejarah
The Story of J.W.W. Birch's Neglected Original Grave
The grave of J.W.W. Birch and the British soldiers is located in Kampung Teluk Memali, not far from Kampung Gajah. The cemetery area was formerly known as Bandar Baru, which served as the administrative center of Perak during the reign of the 19th Sultan of Perak, Sultan Abdul Malik Mansur Shah, who ruled from 1806 to 1825. At that time, Bandar Baru was described as a very prosperous place with many shops and warehouses.
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Ipoh Tree Falls After 37 Years
The lifespan of the Ipoh tree, planted by the seventh Menteri Besar of Perak, Datuk Sri Wan Mohamed Wan Teh, on January 18, 1980, has come to an end after standing tall for the past 37 years at that location.
Sejarah
The Battle of Slim River Between Japan and Britain in 1942
This event involved a battle between the Imperial Japanese Army and the British Indian Army in Trolak and Slim River, Perak.
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Smoking Prohibition Areas in Perak
It is common knowledge that smoking is harmful to the health of both smokers and those who inhale secondhand smoke. In fact, studies have found that those exposed to "second and third-hand smoke" face greater health risks than those who smoke directly.
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Plastic Bag Ban in Perak Starts June 2017
We are all aware that plastic is the biggest contributor to environmental pollution on our planet. Although numerous awareness campaigns have been conducted by the government to educate us on this since our school days, there are still those who are indifferent and do not care about this issue as the inheritors of life on this blessed earth.
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Vaisakhi Festival Open House in Taiping
Did you know that Taiping is one of the first settlement locations for the Sikh community in Malaysia? Did you know that Gurdwara Sahib Taiping, Perak is a house of worship and Sikh community center that is now 100 years old, and in the state of Perak alone, there are 42 gurdwaras? Interesting, right? Therefore, let us all come together to learn more about the culture and festivals of the Sikh community, especially those living in this state of Perak.
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The Mystery Behind the Tomb of the 19th Sultan of Perak
This area is located right on the right bank of the Perak River, which was once the main artery for travel upstream and downstream throughout Perak, holding great secrets from the past. There are several graves, tombs, and an old Malay mosque that once stood strong but now sits in a dilapidated state; what is being hidden in this area, now covered by oil palm plantations?
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Who Was the Real Tok Kaduk in Perak History?
The story of Tok Kaduk has become a subject of jokes, folklore, and moral tales, but in reality, it is a story based on historical events that truly occurred in the State of Perak.