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Social media under-16 ban: Malaysia’s priorities lie with controlled access over outright prohibition

Proposed rules to place minors under parental supervision reflect growing concern over cyber risks and digital harm

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'UK degrees' devalued as qualifications earned from Malaysian campuses blocked

With an estimated 43,000 Malaysians currently enrolled in UK-certified programmes, the business of British education is booming.

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Road safety ‘must not be compromised’: Call for tougher action on poorly managed street works

Lapses in safety standards at roadwork sites spark renewed concern, with a community leader warning inadequate repairs and weak enforcement are placing motorist...

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Global conflict: Economic pressures affecting youth workforce

Rising oil prices, supply chain disruptions and hiring slowdowns threaten skilled youth employment prospects, as industries shift towards multi-skilled talent i...

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What education must produce

What is needed within today’s education system goes far beyond science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and the medium of instruction.

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Tighten our belts or face “double shock” due to global economy

Economist says Malaysia must tighten fiscal discipline amid oil shocks, supply risks and rising debt pressures

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Malaysia’s medical tourism – the many challenges

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) under the Ministry of Health offers incentives and has been promoting public-private partnership through GLCs to r...

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In the twenty-first century, humanity stands at a critical crossroads

In that gathering of civilisational thought, one question became increasingly clear: in a world marked by fragmentation, how should we rethink the very foundati...

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Proposed 16-year-old social media age limit backed as child safety measure, not restriction

Experts, educators and government-linked stakeholders say it could reduce children’s exposure to online harm while improving digital literacy and parental overs...

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Call for stricter oversight of NGO funding as public trust and accountability under scrutiny

Authorities urged introduce tighter regulations, mandatory audited disclosures, and stronger enforcement mechanisms for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) ha...

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Is Negeri Sembilan’s future being held hostage?

For centuries, the four Undang have been touted as the "Lawgivers"—the sacred guardians of the Adat Perpatih and the kingmakers of the state.

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Experts call for stronger early detection systems as more elderly Malaysians live alone

Health and ageing specialists urge integrated data systems and community-based support to address growing risks faced by older people living independently

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Qualifications fraud threatens integrity of Malaysian higher education

Having a reputation for fake certificates or slack regulation of qualifications is a direct threat to the aims of the Malaysian Higher Education Blueprint (MHEB...