Nation

Measures implemented to keep Kota Tinggi schools open

JOHOR BARU: No directive has been issued to close the five schools linked to the tuberculosis (TB) outbreak in Kota Tinggi, says state education and information committee chairman Aznan Tamin.

Education

Tackling talent shortage with ‘franchise-based’ model

Higher education must move beyond static campus-based learning and adapt to an artificial intelligence (AI)-native world, says Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir.

Education

Building future property developers

THERE is a belief in the marketplace that all it takes to make it as a property developer is a pile of cash.

Nation

Border worker shield soon

PETALING JAYA: The government is eyeing a year-end rollout of a cross-border worker protection scheme, with a feasibility study expected to be completed by March, says Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan (pic).

Nation

Over RM3mil in seizures in Perak enforcement operations

IPOH: The Perak branch of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry recorded seizures valued at RM3.57mil from enforcement operations conducted throughout 2025.

Education

UiTM students put respect first

EVEN as modes of interaction evolve, the art of communication itself remains rooted in four core values: kindness, respect, empathy and decency (KindRED).

Nation

DPM: Youth, culture drive next phase of M’sia-China ties

KUALA LUMPUR: Education, cultural and youth exchanges will be central to the next phase of Malaysia-China relations, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Nation

Toll discounts for festive travel

PETALING JAYA: Motorists travel­ling ahead of this coming Chinese New Year celebrations will enjoy 50% discount on tolls, says Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi (pic).

Education

Getting ahead with corporate mentors

AMID a mismatch between industry demand and graduates' skills readiness, Rehda Institute has broadened its focus beyond built environment training to support national talent development.

Nation

Address issue wisely and tactfully, Zahid urges all parties

SEREMBAN: All parties must address the issue of illegal houses of worship wisely and tactfully, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (pic).

Nation

Don’t threaten public security and stability, warns PM

KUALA LUMPUR: While views and criticism are allowed in democracy, stern action will be taken against those who challenge the law or threaten public security and stability, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Nation

UTAR tasked with historical archives management 

KUALA LUMPUR: MCA has signed an Archives Management Agreement with Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), paving the way for the systematic preservation, organisation and digitisation of the party's historical records.

Nation

Attempt to smuggle foreign cash foiled

PETALING JAYA: An attempt by a foreign man to smuggle foreign currencies worth RM2.4mil was foiled when he was arrested by the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) at KL International Airport.

Nation

Uniting as voices of reason for regional stability amid uncertainties 

SERI KEMBANGAN: Malaysia and India can emerge as voices of reason amidst heightening geopolitical uncertainty, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Nation

SST relief for aquaculture operators as feed tax exemption cuts costs

PETALING JAYA: Aquaculture operators have welcomed the government's move to exempt Sales and Service Tax (SST) on animal feed, calling it a timely measure to help reduce rising operating expenses in the sector.

Nation

Loke urges caution on mandating dashcams

PETALING JAYA: Transport Minister Anthony Loke (pic) has cautioned against rushing into mandating dashcams with audio recording in e-hailing vehicles and taxis.

The Star Says

Don’t panic, TB is treatable and containable

TUBERCULOSIS (TB) is back in the headlines following an outbreak in Johor where 33 people were detected with the disease.

Golf

Dream debut for Hoe, Liow

MICHAEL Hoe and Francis Liow could hardly have scripted a better first appearance at the DP World Tour's Hero Dubai Desert Classic Pro-Am than what transpired at this year's event.

Nation

Hooked on blind box craze

PETALING JAYA: The thrill of opening a blind box can quickly give way to regret when duplicates pile up for collectors, but the excitement of getting the coveted toy or figurines continues to draw them back.

Nation

Mechanic badly hurt in workshop explosion

KOTA BARU: A mechanic was seriously injured in an explosion, believed to have been caused by gas leaking from a vehicle's air-conditioning unit, at a workshop in Tanah Merah.