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KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) has denied being involved in a poster about registering “saudara baharu” or “mualaf” that went viral on social media recently. The university said through its social media…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — The allegation that between 30,000 and 60,000 students gained admission to public universities (UA) through the ‘backdoor’ is a serious accusation that could undermine public confidence in the integrity of the…

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PUTRAJAYA, June 17 — International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Rector Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Osman Bakar was named the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1448H/2026 celebration at Putra Mosque here today.…

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TANJUNG MALIM, June 16 — The formation of new political parties in the country will not affect Barisan Nasional's (BN) prospects in the upcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections, said BN secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd…

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TANJONG MALIM, June 16 — The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) is planning to involve private higher education institutions (IPTS) in the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) in the future. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr…

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PUTRAJAYA, June 15 — The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has detected irregularities in government tender procurement processes through the practice of tailoring tender specifications to favour specific vendors, said Treasury Secretary-General…

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KUANTAN, June 15 — Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah is confident that tahfiz education in the state can produce huffaz (Quran memorisers) who will become future experts and leaders in strategic…

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SERDANG, June 15 — Public institutions of higher learning (IPTAs) can no longer operate in silos or remain passive, but must instead serve as engines of national growth, centres of social reconciliation and dynamic problem-solvers for…

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PUTRAJAYA, June 15 — Media literacy among the public needs to be strengthened so that people are better equipped to critically evaluate information and identify misleading content amid the rapid evolution of the digital media landscape,…

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KOTA KINABALU, June 15 — Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) has clarified its decision to conduct orientation and academic sessions online for selected foundation programmes after a viral social media post sparked confusion and concern among…

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KOTA KINABALU, June 14 — Award-winning Malaysian filmmaker Nadira Ilana (pic) said Sabah’s creative industry was deliberately set back by the National Cultural Policy of 1971, stripping Sabahans of the cultural and linguistic freedoms…

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TASEK GELUGOR, June 14 — The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) has allocated about RM3 billion this year to support students pursuing higher education at institutions of higher learning. Its chairman Datuk Seri Norliza…

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SEPANG, June 13 — Timor- Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta arrived in Malaysia today for a five-day special visit. Ramos-Horta and his delegation arrived at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 at 11.12 am on a commercial…

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By Assoc Prof Simon Tay, from the Faculty of Law at NUS The Business Times, 12 June 2026, p18

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government will gather more detailed workforce data before making any decisions on foreign worker quotas in the restaurant and construction sectors. He said Prime…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 — In Setiawangsa last night, a resident stood up at a dialogue session to complain about abandoned cars in Seksyen 6, Wangsa Maju. Another wanted roads resurfaced. Others asked about a proposed development near Bukit…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) has allocated RM60.1 million in Loan Advance Payment (WPP) assistance to 40,099 new diploma students enrolling at public higher education institutions (IPTAs)…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 9— Special Function Officer to the Home Minister, Mohd Hisyamuddin Ghazali, has been appointed as the new Director General of the Community Communications Department (J-KOM). Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 — The move to rebrand and the implementation of various initiatives prove that the MADANI Government will not stopped striving to improve the Form Six programme. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the effort…

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PUTRAJAYA, June 8 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recorded 1,095 charges and secured 563 convictions from 2,633 investigation papers opened since 2024, said Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman. He said 583 of…

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KUALA NERUS, June 8 — The Department of Fisheries Malaysia (DOF) is rolling out a “No Single-Use Plastic” campaign at 56 island marine parks nationwide in a decisive move to protect marine ecosystems from pollution and the growing threat…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 — Political activist Mohd Hisyamuddin Ghazali, better known as Syam Ghaz, has been appointed director-general of the Community Communications Department (J-KPM), according to a Facebook post by Perpaduan Madani Kedah.…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 — Political activist Mohd Hisyamuddin Ghazali, better known as Syam Ghaz, has been appointed director-general of the Community Communications Department (J-KOM), with Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 — Department of Community Communications (J-Kom) Director-General Datuk Ismail Yusop has announced the end of his service after more than a year leading the department, saying he will soon take on a new assignment. In…

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KUALA NERUS, June 6 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today launched MACCAMPUS, a digital platform incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) and gamification to strengthen integrity education and anti-corruption awareness…

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PUTRAJAYA, June 6 (Bernama) -- A total of 270 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions under Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) have recorded a graduate employability rate of 99.5 per cent, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 — Both Taylor’s University and Monash University Malaysia said this afternoon that their campuses have resumed normal operations, after police confirmed that it was safe to do so. Earlier today, Taylor’s University…

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PETALING JAYA, June 5 — Taylor’s University’s campus in Subang Jaya was evacuated today following what the institution described as a “security incident”. According to Free Malaysia Today (FMT), a spokesman said the university had…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) to quickly resolve the issue of recognition for the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 — Monash University Malaysia said today that normal operations have resumed at its Sunway City campus after police cleared a bomb threat reported last night. The university said it had responded to a security alert…

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JOHOR BAHRU, June 4 — Endau assemblyman Alwiyah Talib today announced that she has left Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) and rejoined Umno. Alwiyah, who is also the Mersing Bersatu division chief, said the decision was made after…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said Asean’s energy demand is projected to rise by more than 60 per cent by 2040, driven by rapid urbanisation, industrialisation and the growing adoption of artificial…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 — The investigation into a case involving the grandson of the late Kelantan menteri besar Tan Sri Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, who allegedly claimed he was slapped by a senator during an official university programme in…

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KOTA BHARU, June 2 — Despite its significant geographical and climatic potential to become the nation’s renewable energy (RE) hub or economic hotspot, Kelantan has seen slow adoption of renewable energy technology at the household and…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Kampung Tunku assemblyman Lim Yi Wei today urged Putrajaya and the Selangor government to move quickly on plans for a new public hospital in Petaling Jaya, warning that delays in land matters and funding could derail…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The site for the long-awaited Petaling Jaya public hospital has been officially confirmed, paving the way for a new 500-bed facility to serve the rapidly growing population of the Petaling district. Selangor Menteri…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Subang MP Wong Chen has revealed his abrupt removal as the non-executive chairman of Malaysia Debt Ventures (MDV), despite leading the government-linked company (GLC) back to profitability during his three-year…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Three senators, including a new appointee, took the oath of office before Senate President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah today. Among them was the chief executive officer and vice-chancellor of International…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 — Malaysia is set to witness an “extraordinary festive atmosphere” soon as people of various races and religions celebrate several major festivals falling almost simultaneously during the school holiday season. The…

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SHAH ALAM, May 23 — The father of one of the three victims who died in a crash involving a cement lorry at Kilometre 34 of the Karak Highway heading towards Kuala Lumpur earlier today shared that his son had intended to get married next…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 — The government is open to government-linked companies (GLCs) taking calculated losses in strategic sectors such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence (AI), provided there is transparency, good governance…

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PUTRAJAYA, May 22 — A total of 169,803 students who sat for the 2025 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination have been offered places at public higher education institutions (IPTA) through UPUOnline. The Ministry of Higher Education…

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SHAH ALAM, May 22 — The Selangor state government has allocated RM20 million to cover half of the tuition fees for 4,000 Selangor-born students pursuing their studies at three state-owned higher education institutions. Selangor Menteri…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — Health experts are urging high-risk adults in Malaysia to get vaccinated against influenza, warning that too few are protected despite strong public awareness and positive attitudes towards the flu vaccine. The call…

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KUALA BERANG, May 19 — Admission to public higher education institutions (IPTA) through the Unit Pusat Universiti (UPU) Online is still based on the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), said Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 — Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has given her assurance that residents of Setiawangsa will continue to receive full attention and support, following the announcement by YB Nik Nazmi to vacate his…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 — The government is adopting a balanced, inclusive and responsible approach in its efforts to expand access to national higher education as part of building a common meeting point for Malaysia’s diverse society. Higher…

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JOHOR BAHRU, May 17 — Penang Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Chow Kon Yeow has reminded the coalition not to be lulled into complacency by its dominance in the state over the past two decades, but instead to prepare for a tougher fight in…

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SIBU, May 16 — Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg today called on Sarawak-based parties under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) to remain united in safeguarding the state’s rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and ensuring…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — The Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) newly introduced i-Legasi facility could provide much-needed financial planning support for Malaysia’s ‘sandwich generation’, who often juggle the responsibilities of caring for…

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PUTRAJAYA, May 16 — The decision to open admission pathways for students from foreign education systems, including the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC), to public institutions of higher learning (IPTA) does not imply recognition of…

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PUTRAJAYA, May 15 — Applications for students from outside the national education system to pursue studies at public institutions of higher learning (IPTA) will open on June 30. Higher Education director-general Datuk Prof Dr Azlinda Azman…

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MASJID TANAH, May 15 — The Defence Ministry is expanding its Work-Based Learning (WBL) programme to help military personnel secure better-paying and more stable jobs after retirement. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has found no elements of corruption in its investigation into the conversion of land status involving flood retention ponds in the capital, according to a report by…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke today slammed criticism over the move to open public universities to graduates of Chinese Independent High Schools (SMPC) and Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) holders,…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 — The Cabinet has approved a new, alternative entry pathway for students from religious schools, private schools, and Chinese independent secondary schools into the nation's public universities (IPTAs). In a statement…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 — Malaysia’s top frontier firms have either failed to scale up or not innovated enough, hampering competitiveness and the creation of high-paying jobs, leading to underemployment concerns, according to the World Bank.…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has dismissed allegations that he arbitrarily grants Malaysian citizenship to Chinese nationals, describing the claims as slanderous and malicious attempts to incite…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — For decades, a trip to a government office in Malaysia was a test of endurance. It meant taking time off work, navigating traffic to reach administrative complexes, hunting for parking, pulling a queue number, and…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 — Tan Sri Azam Baki clocked out of the Malaysian Anti‑Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters for the final time today as his tenure as chief commissioner officially ended. Azam urged all MACC personnel to give their…

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PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — Outgoing Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has officially ruled out a career in politics or the private sector, vowing instead to dedicate his retirement to lifelong public…

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PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — Outgoing Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has issued a stern reminder to his officers to extend their full, unwavering support to his successor, Datuk Seri Abdul Halim…

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KUCHING, May 12 — A total of 4,694 students from four higher education institutions (IPTs) in Sarawak have been offered free education through the Sarawak Free Higher Education Scheme (FTES) so far. Sarawak Deputy Minister of Education,…

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GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — The Penang government currently has no plans to amend the chief minister’s two-term limit to 10 years, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said today. Chow (PH–Padang Kota) said the existing provisions in the Penang…

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SHAH ALAM, May 9 — The Alumni Federation of Universiti Teknologi Mara (PAUiTM) has proposed that the university be granted Royal University status, in recognition of its significant role and contributions to the nation since its…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 — The leukaemia treatment medication obtained through public donations for a female patient from Limbang, Sarawak, will be donated to another needy recipient after the patient died before receiving the treatment.…

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MOSCOW, May 8 — Malaysia is a reliable partner of Russia in the Asia-Pacific, with sustainable political dialogue maintained between the two countries, Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said on Thursday, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.…

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PUTRAJAYA, May 7 — The outcome of applications for admission into public universities (UA), public higher education institutions (IPTA) and the MARA Higher Education Division (MARA BPT) for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia holders will be…

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CEBU (Philippines), May 6 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be leading the Malaysian delegation to the 48th Asean Summit and Related Meetings here, tomorrow. Malaysian ambassador to the Philippines Datuk Abdul Malik Melvin…

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LIPIS, May 4 — The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) is conducting a study on the development of tube wells as a preparatory measure to address potential water crisis in the future. PETRA deputy minister Datuk…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 — Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has ordered a full review of the SPM Moral Studies subject, stepping in after an outcry from parents and top-performing students whose university prospects are being jeopardised by…

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Malaysia has achieved a significant breakthrough in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings, entering the continent's top 40 for the first time while doubling its representation in the top 100.

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The rising number of older Malaysians remaining in the workforce is highlighting gaps in retirement readiness, prompting renewed focus on the need to strengthen support systems in an ageing society. Across the…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir said educational gaps begin long before students enter university, calling for a holistic overhaul of Bumiputera education. Speaking at the Umno Bumiputera…

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PETALING JAYA, April 30 — The family of a Grup Gerak Khas (GGK) personnel from the 22 Commando Regiment, Trooper Abdul Hamid Talib, has urged the government to provide an explanation and conduct a thorough investigation into the severe…

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KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Public transport provider Prasarana Malaysia Bhd has confirmed that Amir Hamdan will be ending his tenure as group president and chief executive officer (CEO) after almost eight years with the group. In a statement…

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KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — The national education system must be based on a balance between mastery of knowledge, technological advancement and the strengthening of human values, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said…

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KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — The Malaysian Bar has welcomed the appointment of Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman as Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), but said the leadership change alone is not sufficient to…

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ALOR SETAR, April 26 — The High Court today dismissed an over RM3 million negligence suit filed by a father against Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) over the death of his son, who was allegedly electrocuted at a university hostel four years…

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ALOR SETAR, April 26 — The High Court today dismissed an over RM3 million negligence suit filed by a father against Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) over the death of his daughter, who was allegedly electrocuted at a university hostel four…

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KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 — Outgoing Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said he intends to remain physically active after stepping down next month, while brushing aside talk of a political future.…

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JOHOR BAHRU, April 26 — The appointment of former High Court judge, Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman as the new Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner is a strategic move to strengthen institutional reform and enhance…

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BATU KAWAN, April 25 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today explained the selection of former judge Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman as the new chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), touting his judicial…

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KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 — DAP national chairman Gobind Singh Deo today challenged the incoming Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief to investigate allegations of a “corporate mafia” within the agency and resolve the…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — After the announcement of Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman as the new Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Malaysians will likely be curious about Abdul Halim’s background. His…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — After the announcement of Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman as the new Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Malaysians will likely be curious about Abdul Halim’s background. His…

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NILAI, April 24 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is tracing the flow of funds related to the embezzlement of RM230 million by a non-governmental organisation (NGO). MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the…

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) launched the Higher Education Institution Entrepreneurship Action Plan (PTK-IPT) 2026-2030 yesterday. The plan aims to build a sustainable, inclusive, and high-impact…