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Jolynn Francis

Recent and archived articles by Jolynn Francis

Capturing the ‘beauty’ of ageing Asians

INTERNATIONAL Federation of Photographic Art promotion and partnership boardmember and director David Tay Poey Cher would have his expectations met if thephotographs of his ‘Coming of Age: Forgotten Faces of a Greying Asia’ exhibition can evoke the viewers’ emotion.

Pokemon fans over the moon

THE Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival has also been hit by the Pokemon GO craze, at least at one shopping mall.

Mosquito-zapping device to be placed in dengue hotspots

THE war against dengue and Zika calls for some ‘heavy artillery’, especially in areas where the mosquitoes are breeding uncontrollably.

JKR clears landslide debris from blocked road

BALIK PULAU: The Public Works Depart­ment (JKR) spent 10 hours clearing boulders, debris and red earth after a landslide blocked part of Jalan Teluk Bahang towards Balik Pulau.

Merdeka showcase gives audience plenty to think about

THE Penangpac Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka! with Faridah! Matinee displayed powerful and thought-provoking messages as themes on pregnancy, illegal organ trade, women empowerment and more were explored.

College students delight in giving away preloved playthings

SEVENTY-FIVE underprivileged children from Batu Lanchang, Penang, had the time of their lives at the Disted College Penang’s Teddy Project celebration.

Merdeka joy fills the air at National Day parades in Penang and Kedah

THOUSANDS of Malaysians from all walks of life gathered at Penang’s Esplanade in high spirits to celebrate the 59th National Day.

Preserving our nation’s legacy

A time capsule is a good way to share memories with future generations.

Little children show they are big on patriotism

IT’S the time of the year again for all Malaysians to show their patriotism as we celebrate National Day tomorrow.

Participants of heritage event rush to grab wristbands

GEORGE TOWN: The #AnakAnak Malaysia wristbands were a hit with participants of the FMM-OCBC Heritage Walk and Cycle 2016 in Beach Street.

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