Haj Is A School Of Spiritual Upbringing To Purify The Soul, Says PM Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– The Haj pilgrimage is not merely a spiritual journey; rather, it is a school of education and spiritual upbringing that shapes the soul, purifies the heart, and breathes new spirit into returning to serve religion, the people, and the nation with greater sincerity and compassion. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim […]
RPM 2026-2035 To Prepare Youth For Future Challenges – Education DG
MELAKA, May 19–The Malaysian Education Blueprint (RPM) 2026-2035 will help prepare the young generation for future challenges, said Education director-general Datuk Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad. He said among the identified challenges are climate change, an ageing population, global citizenship, and emerging economic blocs. “As principals and headmasters, they must be able to anticipate these developments […]
Ujana Tenaga PETRONAS Chronicles Terengganu’s Energy Journey
KUALA TERENGGANU, May 19– The Petroleum Gallery at the Terengganu State Museum, which has been upgraded to Ujana Tenaga PETRONAS (PETRONAS Energy Garden), chronicles the story of energy, PETRONAS’ heritage, and technological advancement in a way that resonates with the public. PETRONAS senior vice president (Project Delivery and Technology) Ir. Mohd Yusri Mohamed Yusof said […]
KPJU, RCS England Forge Partnership To Advance Surgical Standards
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– KPJ Healthcare University (KPJU) has forged a partnership with the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England) to strengthen surgical standards, education, and research in Malaysia. The collaboration aims to integrate KPJU’s academic health system with RCS England’s globally recognised surgical curricula, assessment frameworks and faculty expertise to enhance competency […]
Malaysia Working With Friendly Nations To Push For Release Of GSF Activists – PM Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he is working closely with leaders of friendly nations to secure the immediate release of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2.0 detained by the Zionist regime. In a Facebook post today, Anwar said Malaysia is demanding that all activists involved be treated […]
Bernama Must Remain A Trusted News Source In The AI Era – CEO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– Staff of the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) must continue to uphold journalistic ethics and ensure that every piece of content produced is accurate, verified and factual, especially amid the challenges posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfakes. Chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin said Bernama, which is celebrating […]
SAKURA: UDA Channels RM240,000 In Zakat Wakalah To 1,200 Students
GEORGE TOWN, May 19–UDA Holdings Berhad has channelled RM240,000 in zakat wakalah contributions to benefit 1,200 asnaf students under the Sinar Kasih UDA Cares-Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional (SAKURA) Programme. In a joint statement today, the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) and UDA said the contribution was credited directly into Simpan Skim Simpanan Pendidikan […]
Ensuring Athletes’ Welfare Key To National Sporting Success – PM Anwar Ibrahim
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– The government will continue to prioritise the welfare of athletes to ensure the country is able to achieve more success at the international level, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said sport is not merely a recreational activity but an important strategy within the MADANI Government framework to elevate […]
Social Media Features Used By Predators To Harvest Children’s Information
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– Search functions, tagging features and comment sections on social media platforms are now being identified as key tools used by cyber predators to harvest information on children without requiring any direct interaction at the initial stage. Cybersecurity expert at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Assoc Prof Dr Nur Izura Udzir said such […]
SOCSO: Gig Workers’ Social Security Protection Activated After Registration, First Task
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19– Social security protection for gig workers under the Gig Workers Act 2025 (Act 872) will take effect once they have registered with a platform provider and accepted their first task. The Social Security Organisation (SOCSO), in a statement today, said the postpaid protection mechanism provides one-year coverage for gig workers upon […]