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Philippines Weighs Australia-Inspired Social Media Restrictions Over School Violence

MANILA, July 26 2026– Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the Philippines will consider replicating or improving Australia’s social media ban for minors to counter .... read more

Education Must Balance Technology With Values And Morality – PM Anwar

BUKIT MERTAJAM, July 25 2026 — The country’s education system must produce a generation that masters knowledge and emerging technologies while remaining firmly grounded in values, ethics and good moral .... read more

YB Yuneswaran Welcomes Fairer Matriculation Access for High-Achieving Malaysian Students

YB Yuneswaran Welcomes Fairer Matriculation Access for High-Achieving Malaysian Students

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 — Deputy National Unity Minister Yuneswaran Ramaraj has welcomed Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s reaffirmation that admission to the Matriculation Programme should continue to be .... read more

Free Tuition For 1,600 SPM Students Via 'Better SPM Brighter Future'

Free Tuition For 1,600 SPM Students Via ‘Better SPM Brighter Future’

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 — The Better SPM Brighter Future Programme is giving 1,600 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) candidates from 40 secondary schools across Kuala Lumpur a valuable academic boost .... read more

AI Will Redefine Universities, Not Replace Them - Zambry

AI Will Redefine Universities, Not Replace Them – Zambry

SEPANG, July 23 — Artificial intelligence (AI) will not eliminate the role of universities but will fundamentally redefine their purpose, requiring higher education institutions to produce graduates who can create .... read more

Sungai Bakap SJKT building project delayed 11 years, expected to be completed in 2027 - Fadhlina

Sungai Bakap SJKT building project delayed 11 years, expected to be completed in 2027 – Fadhlina

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 20 — The construction project for the Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Tamil) (SJKT) building in Sungai Bakap, Penang, which has been delayed since 2015, is expected to be .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 — Member of Parliament for Tapah, Datuk Seri M. Saravanan, has emphasised the importance of exposing young Malaysians to the country's parliamentary and democratic processes during a visit by students from several schools in Tapah to Parliament. Saravanan said the educational visit provided students with a valuable opportunity to gain a better understanding of Malaysia's democratic system and the role of Parliament in the nation's governance. He noted that such initiatives are essential in nurturing civic awareness from a young age, while encouraging students to develop an interest in national politics and public affairs. According to him, early exposure to parliamentary institutions can help shape a generation that is knowledgeable, responsible and capable of making informed decisions when they become adults. Saravanan expressed hope that the visit would become a meaningful learning experience for the students and inspire them to grow into responsible citizens who contribute positively to the country's future. -- MINUTESMY

Datuk Seri M. Saravanan Highlights Importance of Parliamentary Exposure for Students

KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 — Member of Parliament for Tapah, Datuk Seri M. Saravanan, has emphasised the importance of exposing young Malaysians to the country’s parliamentary and democratic processes during .... read more

PUTRAJAYA, July 14 — The Ministry of Education (MOE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) to strengthen financial literacy among educators nationwide. The agreement, signed on Tuesday, marks a strategic collaboration aimed at promoting prudent financial management practices within the education sector. The ceremony was officiated by MOE Secretary-General Datuk Wan Hashim Wan Rahim and will pave the way for a range of initiatives covering financial planning, debt management, savings, basic investment knowledge and retirement preparedness. Also present were MOE Deputy Secretary-General (Management) Datuk Indera Ikmalrudin Ishak, Acting AKPK Chief Executive Officer Azman Hasim, as well as senior officials from both organisations. The ministry said the partnership reflects its commitment to equipping educators with essential financial management skills to support their long-term financial well-being.

Ministry of Education, AKPK Sign MoU to Strengthen Financial Literacy Among Educators

PUTRAJAYA, July 14 — The Ministry of Education (MOE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) to strengthen financial literacy among .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 – Deputy Prime Minister and Rural and Regional Development Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed his full support for the TVET@KKDW contingent that will represent Malaysia at the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 competition, describing the participants as a testament to the country's growing technical and vocational education excellence. Zahid met the contingent ahead of the international skills competition, taking time to encourage the participants and wish them success as they prepare to compete on the global stage. He said he was inspired by the enthusiasm, determination and commitment displayed by the young competitors, expressing confidence that their passion would drive them to achieve excellence while bringing pride to the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) and Malaysia. A total of nine participants from TVET MARA, Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) and GIATMARA will represent KKDW in nine different skill categories at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. According to Zahid, the participation marks KKDW's largest-ever contingent at the prestigious international competition, underscoring the country's continued success in producing highly skilled TVET graduates capable of competing on the world stage. As Chairman of the National TVET Council and Minister of Rural and Regional Development, Zahid reaffirmed his unwavering confidence in the contingent and encouraged the participants to give their very best throughout the competition. He also reminded the competitors to remain disciplined, humble and committed to lifelong learning, stressing that technical excellence must always be accompanied by strong values and professionalism. Zahid expressed hope that the contingent would be blessed with good health, smooth preparations and success in Shanghai, while carrying Malaysia's flag with pride and further elevating the country's reputation in international skills competitions. -- MINUTESMY

Datuk Seri Dr. Zahid Backs TVET@KKDW Contingent Ahead of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 – Deputy Prime Minister and Rural and Regional Development Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed his full support for the TVET@KKDW contingent that will represent Malaysia .... read more

PUTRAJAYA, July 6  -- The Year 4 Learning Matrix 2026, scheduled to be held from Oct 6 to 8, will be used to identify pupils' learning needs and facilitate early intervention, and not to compare achievements between pupils or schools, according to the Education Ministry's Examinations Board (LP). LP director Ab Aziz Mamat said the assessment would be implemented based on the concept of assessment for learning, enabling teachers, schools and parents to identify pupils' mastery levels and learning gaps before they progress to secondary education. "When we assess a pupil in Year 4, we have the opportunity and space to assist them when they enter Year 5 and subsequently Year 6. The data obtained can be used by schools to plan and implement appropriate interventions for pupils who require additional support," he told Bernama. He said the results would serve as a diagnostic tool to help teachers identify pupils' strengths and weaknesses and plan appropriate interventions. "Our goal is that the results will not be used to compare the achievement of one pupil with another, or one school with another. "The data obtained is for intervention at the pupil and school levels, not for ranking schools or comparing their performance," he said. Ab Aziz said the findings would also help the ministry identify learning gaps at the national level and evaluate the effectiveness of the education ecosystem to support evidence-based policymaking. He said the assessment could help detect learning gaps at an early stage, including between urban and rural schools or within specific localities, while ensuring pupils receive support according to their needs and potential. "If a pupil is identified as requiring more comprehensive intervention, the school and teachers must ensure the weaknesses are addressed before the pupil enters secondary school," he said. Ab Aziz said the Year 4 Learning Matrix was introduced after the ministry considered feedback from teachers, parents and other stakeholders on the need for a standardised mechanism to assess pupils' mastery levels. He said the ministry had also taken note of concerns regarding pupils' readiness upon entering secondary school, including instances where primary and secondary school educators blamed one another for learning deficiencies. "We ultimately decided not to reinstate the Ujian Penilaian Sekolah Rendah (UPSR) or Pentaksiran Tingkatan 3 (PT3). Instead, our focus is on developing the competencies of every pupil within the education system. "That is why, through the Malaysia Education Blueprint 2026-2035, we are introducing the Year 4 and Form 3 Learning Matrix to address past weaknesses and better prepare future generations for increasingly complex global challenges," he said. -- BERNAMA 

Year 4 Learning Matrix For Early Intervention, Not Pupil Or School Ranking

PUTRAJAYA, July 6 — The Year 4 Learning Matrix 2026, scheduled to be held from Oct 6 to 8, will be used to identify pupils’ learning needs and facilitate early .... read more