Perlis: Sports Tourism Boom, 60 New Herbs, and a House Fire

Perlis Emerges as Potential Sports Tourism Hub; 60 Herb Varieties Discovered; House Fire Reported Perlis, Malaysia – June 6, 2025 – Today's news from Northern Malaysia includes several significant developments. Perlis is showing potential to become a major hub for sports tourism, focusing on areas like the Banjaran Nakawan region, which is ideal for running and adventure sports. According to the State Secretary of Perlis, Datuk Rahimi Ismail, "Perlis is becoming a preferred location for players in the sports tourism industry, undertaking large-scale programs and activities." This initiative is not only boosting tourism but also significantly impacting the local economy. In other news, researchers have identified 60 different types of herbs in the Banjaran Nakawan area. This discovery could make Perlis a leading center for herbal genetic resources. The Director of Forestry Perlis, Awang Shafiee Awang Ahmad, stated that the region has the potential to become "a genetic bank for herbal plants, benefiting the future." The diverse range of herbs promises potential benefits for traditional medicine and healthcare. Finally, a house fire was reported in Kepala Batas earlier this morning. Thankfully, there were no casualties. The fire was extinguished by bystanders before the arrival of the fire department. While the house was destroyed, the swift action of the community prevented a greater tragedy.