Students from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris who lived through last month's deadly bus accident have gotten back to their studies. Most survivors choose online learning while just three brave souls returned to the main campus at Tanjung Malim. Higher Education Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir revealed that every injured student has walked out of hospital doors alive. The final victim left Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital on July 8 after weeks of recovery. None of the crash survivors decided to put their education on hold despite the trauma.
The horrific collision happened during early morning hours on June 9 along the dangerous Gerik-Jeli stretch of road. A chartered bus packed with university students slammed into a Perodua Alza while...
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim slammed critics who spread lies about federal neglect of Terengganu during his appearance at the state capital. The leader fired back at opposition claims by revealing massive development spending that reaches nearly two billion ringgit. Anwar challenged village speakers to explain away the approved RM1.836 billion allocation when they peddle false stories about government abandonment. Federal authorities pumped RM239 million more into Terengganu compared with previous year funding levels. The prime minister defended his administration against accusations of regional favoritism during the closing ceremony of a major public program.
Government planners approved 445 separate programs and projects under the...
Malaysia's Health Minister admits the government cannot stop doctors from jumping ship to foreign hospitals despite desperate efforts to keep them home. Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confesses the ministry lacks legal power to block healthcare workers from accepting juicy job offers overseas. The minister reveals various retention schemes are being rolled out to convince medical professionals to stay put. Singapore hospitals are allegedly waving fat salary packages at Malaysian doctors through direct recruitment drives. A recruitment session targeting doctors and general practitioners will reportedly take place at a local hotel next month.
The Health Ministry is racing to convert contract doctors into permanent staff members as the...
Malaysia's wild weather patterns force durian farmers into tough choices about which fruits travel abroad versus staying home. Growers split their precious harvest between tough varieties that survive long journeys and delicate gems that spoil quickly during transport. Erratic rainfall and blazing heat waves damage fruit quality while shortening shelf life for international markets. Farmers like Chin Kuan Voon watch helplessly as storms destroy mature trees and unpredictable downpours wash away profits. The changing climate turns every export decision into a high-stakes gamble.
Musang King and Black Thorn varieties get shipped to Singapore and China because their firmer flesh handles cold trucks and customs delays. Meanwhile, the...
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim huddles with top brass from Australia, Pakistan, Turkiye and Palestine as Malaysia pushes aggressive trade expansion plans. The power meetings signal the country's determination to lock down lucrative deals across multiple continents. Investment bigwig Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz spills details about the strategic talks that could reshape Malaysia's economic landscape. Trade warriors from these nations hammer out fresh approaches to existing partnerships while eyeing new opportunities. The diplomatic offensive targets everything from traditional commerce to cutting-edge technology sectors.
Malaysian negotiators press for major overhauls of current free trade pacts including deals with...
Authorities swept through Kuching streets during early morning hours and discovered 17 people living rough across the city. The massive operation brought together a dozen government agencies who worked through the night hunting for individuals without proper shelter. Minister Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah revealed that crews found 14 men, two women, and one teenage girl camping out in various locations. The search teams focused their efforts on connecting these vulnerable people with support services rather than forcing them into custody. Officials stressed that their temporary housing facility operates as a voluntary safe haven where residents can leave anytime they choose.
One remarkable success story emerged from the night involving a...
Authorities suspect someone deliberately dumped thousands of dead black tilapia into Sungai Kinta after the grim discovery on June 30. Teh Kok Lim from Perak's Science, Environment and Green Technology Committee revealed that investigators believe the fish came from commercial farming operations rather than dying naturally in the river. The Department of Environment teamed up with the state Fisheries Department to probe the incident and reached startling conclusions about the origin of the deceased aquatic life. Officials noticed the dead fish looked identical to each other, which immediately raised red flags about their source. Water quality tests came back clean, ruling out pollution as the killer.
Mohd Ghazali Manap, who heads the...
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim claims Terengganu's latest green energy ventures will lure major foreign investors to Malaysia. The Hybrid Hydro Floating Solar and Green Hydrogen Hub represent a groundbreaking partnership between energy giants Petronas and TNB. Kenyir has transformed into an international magnet for clean energy investment according to the premier. The alternative energy initiative aligns perfectly with Malaysia's national energy goals and global green aspirations. Officials celebrated the swift implementation of both projects at Sultan Mahmud Power Station.
The pilot floating solar installation covers 1,085 square meters of Kenyir Dam surface with 220 panels generating 100 kilowatts. Tasik Kenyir spans 36,900 hectares...
Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim turned Putrajaya into a diplomatic hotspot as foreign bigwigs lined up for face-to-face meetings. Representatives from Australia, China, Pakistan, Turkey, Palestine, the United Nations refugee agency, the European Union and Britain all made the trek to see the Southeast Asian leader. The marathon session of bilateral talks happened while the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers Meeting took place nearby. Anwar posted about the busy day on social media platform X. The prime minister clearly enjoyed playing host to the international parade of officials.
The diplomatic marathon opens fresh avenues for Malaysia to expand partnerships across multiple sectors including trade, education, technology...
