Nation

Illegal animal imports seized at Port Klang

KLANG: More than 159 tonnes of animal-based products worth nearly RM1.9mil were intercepted at Port Klang after authorities uncovered seven containers brought into the country without valid import permits.

On The Beat

Still the centre of our table

Mum has always been the glue that holds the family together, and as she ages, the reunion dinner takes on a bigger meaning – it's what memories are made of.

Nation

Langkawi waves claim life of Shanghai man

ALOR SETAR: The body of a Chinese national man who was feared drowned while swimming at Tanjung Rhu Beach, Langkawi, has been found.

Nation

Honouring a legacy of duty and sacrifice

GEORGE TOWN: Losing two loved ones in military service has been profoundly painful for S. Usha, yet she remains determined not to dissuade her other children from pursuing careers in the uniformed forces.

Education

Retired headmaster eyes next chapter

HAVING served the teaching profession for 33 years, Selvam Perumal recently bade farewell to the civil service.

Nation

Health Ministry: Stay vigilant against TB

KUALA LUMPUR: As Malaysians gather at Ramadan bazaars and iftar events, the Health Ministry has urged the public to stay ­vigilant against tuberculosis (TB), particularly in crowded and enclosed settings.

Education

Striking a balance

For many working parents, screens often become a practical necessity rather than a deliberate choice. Many struggle with inconsistency.

Education

Building the ‘right skills’ for 2030

From AIRIL RAZALI Founder and CEO TYMBA Education Group

Education

Gallop ahead with gratitude

LAST week, on the threshold of Chinese New Year, I found myself wondering once again how time has managed to move so quickly.

Education

Shaping digital habits from preschool

WHILE the new preschool curriculum rolled out by the Education Ministry this year covers six core areas of learning, it lacks explicit guidance on helping children navigate a digital-first world, say experts.

Nation

Johari: Malaysia to monitor US trade after Supreme Court ruling

KUALA LUMPUR: Legal and policy changes in the United States will be closely monitored following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated the administration's worldwide tariffs, says Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani (pic).

Nation

The fast and the fulfilled

GEORGE TOWN: By late afternoon, food delivery rider Muhammad Azim Abdullah is thirsty and worn out. But he remains determined and presses on.

Nation

Perikatan faces leadership test

PETALING JAYA: All eyes will be on PAS headquarters today as Perikatan Nasional leaders convene to decide on a new Opposition Leader and coalition chief, a move analysts say could reshape the bloc's trajectory ahead of the next general election.

It's Just Politics

Who’s fighting who right now?

A strong opposition is a good thing for democracy. And, of course, a strong government in charge is good news too. What happens when both are weakened by self-inflicted blows?

South Korea

A nine-figure global fandom

K-pop girl group Blackpink has hit 100 million subscribers on YouTube, making it the first official artist channel to hit the milestone, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Badminton

Zi Yu ready to fight without fear if given chance to make her debut

PETALING JAYA: World junior silver medallist Low Zi Yu (pic) is hoping to earn her debut with the national women's squad for the Uber Cup in Horsens, Denmark, in April.

Thailand

Virus kills over 70 tigers in private park

A deadly virus and bacterial infection have killed at least 72 tigers at a private animal park in Thailand's north in recent weeks, authorities said.

Education

VTAR clinches five-star TVET status

PRODUCING industry-ready graduates is vital not only for individual growth, but also for strengthening the nation's talent pool.

Nation

Crypto theft cops suspended

KUALA LUMPUR: Twelve police personnel have been temporarily suspended from active duty in connection with the theft of ­cryptocurrency from Chinese nationals, says Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail (pic).

Education

UTAR taps seasoned leaders for top posts

THE success of any institution hinges on its leadership.