Sultan Nazrin Officiates Launch Of UM Strategic Plan 2026-2030
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 2026 — The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, today officiated the launch of the University of Malaya Strategic Plan 2026-2030 at Universiti Malaya (UM) here. The five-year strategic plan serves as a roadmap marking a new phase in UM’s journey towards building a more resilient, progressive and high-impact future for […]
LISC 2026 Kicks Off With Deep-sea Fishing Competition
LABUAN, April 28 2026– The Labuan International Sea Challenge 2026 kicked off today with the flag-off of 224 anglers for its Deep-Sea Fishing Competition at the Labuan Public Marina. Labuan Corporation (LC) chief executive officer Rithuan Mohd Ismail officiated the ceremony, marking the start of one of the five main events lined up for this […]
Raja Of Perlis Urges MAF Leadership To Prioritise Welfare, Readiness Of Personnel
KANGAR, April 28 2026– The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, has reminded the leadership of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) to continue prioritising efforts to improve the standard of living and readiness of its personnel. His Royal Highness said that the strength of the nation’s defence depends not just on modern assets, but also on […]
OCC, Gordonstoun Japan Launch Summer Leadership Programme
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 2026– OCC Educational Corporation Limited has partnered with Gordonstoun Japan to launch Impact Challenge Summer 2026 in Wakayama, ahead of the planned opening of Gordonstoun’s first international boarding campus in Japan in 2027. Announced on April 27, the summer programme will run in two sessions in August 2026 — Aug 2 […]
Off-duty Firefighters Hailed For Rescuing Two Women, Proof Of Constant Readiness
SIK, April 28 2026– The swift actions of two firefighters who successfully rescued two women, including an elderly victim, from the recent food court fire in Felda Sungai Tiang, Pendang, have underscored the rescue team’s constant readiness to respond to emergencies. Kedah Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Awang Hidzel Awang Bujang said the bravery shown […]
Lenggong Recognised As UNESCO Global Geopark
IPOH, April 28 2026– Lenggong has reached a historic milestone, becoming the only site in Peninsular Malaysia to be accorded dual recognition by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) following its inclusion as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Lenggong Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the latest accolade adds […]
ASEAN Records And Asia Records Host 9th Gather Of Achievers In Penang
GEORGE TOWN, April 28 2026 — ASEAN Records and ASIA Records hosted the 9th ASEAN Records Gather of Achievers and the 3rd ASIA Records Gather of Achievers here yesterday, marking the platform’s first-ever gathering in Penang since its establishment in November 2024. The event was officiated by Penang State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman […]
Malaysia Semiconductor IC Design Park Hires 302 Engineers, Targets 400 By Year-end
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 2026– The Malaysia Semiconductor IC Design Park has reached a significant milestone, with 302 engineers hired to date, signalling strong expansion of the country’s front-end semiconductor ecosystem. The strategic initiative, spearheaded by the Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (SIDEC), with support from the Ministry of Economy and the Selangor government, […]
Kerian District Mosque Townhall Strengthens JKM-Community Ties
PARIT BUNTAR, April 28 2026– The Social Welfare Department (JKM) continues to strengthen its relationship with the local community by organising the Kerian District Mosque Townhall programme with JKM’s director-general today. The townhall served as a two-way communication platform between JKM and the community, enabling the department to directly hear views, suggestions and issues faced by […]
Malaysia Strengthens AI Ecosystem, Boosts Cybersecurity – Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 2026– Malaysia should not merely be a user of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, but needs to develop its own capabilities in the field, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the country also needs to strengthen its AI ecosystem and enhance its competitiveness globally. “Malaysia is not merely a user […]