This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Jessica Khine, a 63-year-old retiree living in Penang, Malaysia. It has been edited for length and clarity. I was born in Yangon, although I grew ...

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Adrian Spencer's manufacturing career led him to live and work across five continents, from China to the US. When he retired in 2025, he and his wife, Beverley, decided to settle down in Penang, ...

Locations in Malaysia, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Thailand may appeal for their affordability, vibrant cultures, beautiful ...

Here are some of the more underrated and also newer cocktail bars you should check out when you’re in Penang. — Photos: MICHAEL CHEANG/The Star The Penang cocktail scene has been going from strength ...

Jessica Khine has lived and worked in various countries, including the UK, Japan, and Singapore. After being laid off in 2018, she decided to move to Malaysia to join her daughter, who was studying ...

Lisa Williams lived in Penang, Malaysia, in the '60s, late '80s, and early '90s. When retiring, her affinity for the country and the availability of visa options made returning an easy choice. Now 65, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Lisa Williams lived in Penang, Malaysia, in the '60s, late '80s, and early '90s. When retiring, her affinity for the country and ...