Beyond rockets: MYSA wants Malaysians to see how space tech shapes daily life
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 11 — Space technology must be made accessible so that the public understands its applications go beyond rockets, satellites or astronauts, as it has become an essential part of everyday management and daily life. Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA) director-general Datuk Azlikamil Napiah said the ‘Space for All’ aspiration means
Finance Minister II: Seven of Tabung Haji’s 14 troubled investments ended in total losses, Saudi-based deal caused biggest hit
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — Seven of the 14 troubled investments involving Tabung Haji identified by the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) resulted in total losses, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan told the Dewan Rakyat today. Amir Hamzah said that among the seven, investments linked to Saudi Arabia-based
Decades on, Merdeka spirit still burns bright among older Malaysians
IPOH, Aug 10 — Do you still remember names such as Ali, Siti, Muthu, Jarjit Singh and Ah Meng that often appeared in our primary school textbooks once upon a time? Those names, once so familiar to earlier generations, seem to bring back memories of friendship, unity and a spirit of
PKNS denies RM103.69m losses, RM6.1b debt claims as inaccurate and misleading
SHAH ALAM, Aug 10 — The Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) today denied claims that it had incurred losses totalling RM103.69 million and accumulated debts of RM6.1 billion. In a statement today, PKNS said allegations portraying the corporation as being in serious financial difficulty were inaccurate and misleading. “It also does not
National unity minister says Orang Asal heritage part of Malaysia’s national identity, not separate
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — The heritage of Malaysia’s indigenous peoples (Orang Asal) is part of the country’s national legacy and identity, rather than belonging solely to the communities themselves, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said. In a Facebook post marking the 2026 International Day of the World’s Indigenous
MBPP blames root rot and trunk cavity for Angsana collapse in George Town
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 9 — Root rot and a cavity in the base of a 90-year-old Angsana tree, compounded by chronic soil compaction and limited rooting space, contributed to its collapse along Jalan Macalister here today. MBPP Mayor Datuk A. Rajendran said the 28-metre-tall tree, Pterocarpus indicus, had an estimated 30
Experts urge holistic measures, warn teacher workload threatens mental health and classroom quality
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — The issue of teacher workload needs to be addressed holistically and continuously through strengthening the scope of work and providing a sustainable support system to ensure that the mental and physical well-being of educators continues to be maintained. In this regard, measures to streamline administrative tasks,
Fadhlina hails Nadi Mahir school uniform instalment plan easing parents’ burden, empowering entrepreneurs
NIBONG TEBAL, Aug 8 — The National Information Dissemination Centre (Nadi) Mahir initiative, enabling parents to purchase school uniforms on an instalment plan, is helping to ease their financial burden. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said in addition to making it easier for families to obtain school necessities, the initiative also creates
Anwar questions RM330m gap in proposed Felda hotel sale, orders full report
MELAKA, Aug 7 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the management of the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) to provide a complete report regarding the proposed sale of a hotel owned by the agency, which was allegedly at a price far lower than the original purchase price. Anwar,
Anwar: Govt to cut red tape in military, police promotion process
MELAKA, Aug 7 — The government has, in principle, agreed to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and expedite the promotion process for personnel of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), bringing it in line with the promotion system for the rest of the public service. Prime Minister Datuk