GEORGE TOWN: Skeletal rem­a­ins dating back about 5,700 years from one of Penang’s earliest prehistoric communities are now back after more than eight deca­des overseas. The collection from the Guar Kepah archaeological site in ­Pena­ga, comprising parts of skulls, teeth, mandibles and other skeletal remains from 41 individuals, will be conserved at the Guar Kepah Archaeological Galle­ry, which is set to open soon. He said the handover of the Guar Kepah skeletal collection to the Penang government marked a significant step in preserving one of the country’s most important prehistoric heritage sites. Zulkifli said the return of the skeletal remains was a historic moment for Penang and Malaysia. Dr N. Suresh, a senior lecturer from USM Global Archaeological Research Centre, said research on the skeletal collection was ongoing.

Source: The Star January 14, 2026 07:04 UTC