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Jitra assemblyman Dr Haim Hilman Abdullah will appear in court in Seremban to face charges stemming from allegations connected to statements he made about university admission access.
Malaysian universities have strengthened their standing in international rankings, with 27 institutions featured in the latest THE Asia University Rankings 2026. Universiti Teknologi Petronas achieved a historic top-40 placement across Asia.
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has pledged RM100,000 to enhance facilities at a rural primary school in Perak, introducing smartboards, air conditioning, and new leadership development programmes.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the establishment of a National Tahfiz Council to standardise Islamic education, improve recognition of tahfiz qualifications, and create clearer pathways for students to transition into higher education and professional careers.
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Malaysia's science minister believes drone technology offers distinctive educational advantages that could encourage more students to pursue STEM subjects and careers.
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Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced a new memorandum of understanding to enable children from Kemas programmes to move smoothly into national preschools and primary education systems.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has reaffirmed the MADANI Government's dedication to enhancing the Form Six programme through rebranding efforts and various support initiatives for students.
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Education experts stress that overseas training for TVET instructors is critical to the success of Malaysia's new high-technology training programmes launching next month.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for the creation of an independent accreditation body specifically for TVET institutions, operating separately from current academic and vocational qualification agencies.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Higher Education and Health Ministries to quickly address recognition problems facing pharmacy students from Alexandria University, Egypt, seeking professional registration in Malaysia.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has stressed that parents and communities must play active roles in supporting the Malaysian Education Blueprint 2026-2035, particularly as new preschool and school curricula roll out nationally.
The Ministry of Higher Education has rejected claims by Kota Kemuning assemblyman Preakas Sampunathan regarding a top SPM scorer's matriculation admission, stating the programme operates under the Ministry of Education's purview.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed the RM100 book voucher programme will persist for secondary and university students, usable at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026.
Reversing a decade-long push to equip every student with digital devices, US schools are now limiting screen time due to concerns about addiction and learning outcomes. Los Angeles, Fresno and other districts are scaling back technology in classrooms.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has pledged continued backing for Form Six students even as oversight of pre-university programmes shifts to the Ministry of Higher Education. The transition reflects a policy resolution to centralise pre-university programme management.
The Johor Education Department has pledged a comprehensive investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against a teacher, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding students and maintaining professional standards in schools.
The Ministry of Higher Education has allocated places to 169,803 SPM school leavers at public institutions through the UPUOnline system, with 91,357 going to universities and 60,947 to polytechnics.
Malaysia's Education director-general has unveiled how the RPM 2026-2035 blueprint will ready the younger generation to tackle emerging global challenges while safeguarding local values in the digital age.