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A 45-year-old Singapore secondary school PE teacher has admitted to sexually abusing a student between ages 14 and 15. He pleaded guilty to three counts in the High Court and faces sentencing in September.
While Donald Trump's stricter visa policies and security incidents give some Southeast Asian students pause, universities remain attractive destinations. Education consultants say policy changes have yet to significantly deter applications.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed deep condolences following the death of Qayyim Ajwad Shahiruddin, a student from SM Imtiaz Ulul Albab Melaka, who died from injuries sustained in a road accident earlier this month.
A 41-year-old former teacher in Singapore has been jailed for two years after being convicted of indecent acts and sexual grooming involving a teenage female student. The abuse included physical contact and inappropriate online communication.
The Iskandar Puteri City Council has issued a stop-business notice to Network School in Forest City following investigations that uncovered unlicensed premises and misuse of office-licensed spaces for classroom activities.
The Johor government and local authorities will conduct a comprehensive investigation into governance issues at Network School located within Forest City, following a recent controversy, the Regent of Johor announced.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that intellectual achievement means little without strong moral values, urging schoolchildren to reject bullying and become responsible citizens.
The relocation of SJKT Ladang Sungai Muar in Segamat has progressed to the land ownership phase, with the Segamat Land and Mines Office managing the process. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek attended an engagement session, signalling government commitment.
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The chairman of MARA has declared a zero-tolerance stance on misconduct, warning that offenders will face consequences as six students from a MRSM college in Johor undergo police investigation.
During inquest proceedings in Kota Kinabalu, the mother of late Zara Qairinah Mahathir disclosed to the coroner's court that she harboured significant regret regarding her decision to enrol her daughter at SMKA Tun Datu Mustapha.
National sprinter Mohd Azeem Fahmi will pursue a master's degree at Universiti Malaya following his studies at Auburn University. The 21-year-old recently won gold medals at the Malaysian Open.
MNRB Holdings has distributed nearly RM600,000 across six schools under its Lestari Cemerlang Programme, a corporate social responsibility initiative that supports academic performance, character building and school infrastructure in rural and underserved areas.
Police in Tenom, Sabah have initiated investigations following allegations that a 10-year-old schoolgirl experienced bullying at her school hostel, raising fresh concerns about student welfare.
Nearly 7,000 university students attended the SUM MEGA 2026 entrepreneurship seminar organised by INSKEN and UiTM, setting a national record for student participation and reinforcing the government's push to build an entrepreneurial economy.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed condolences to the family of a schoolgirl from Negeri Sembilan who died in a tragic incident, reaffirming the government's commitment to supporting affected families during this difficult period.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his condolences to the family of a Form Four female student who died at a secondary school in Seremban this morning, marking another tragic incident in Malaysian education.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has appealed for public respect and privacy for the family of a 16-year-old student who died at a school in Negeri Sembilan. Police are investigating the incident.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has offered condolences to the family of a Form Four student who died at a secondary school in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. The Education Ministry is providing support to affected students and staff.
A Melaka student has achieved a perfect 4.00 CGPA in the 2025 STPM examination, driven by her late father's parting advice to pursue her potential. Two outstanding performers from the state have received national recognition.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry has unveiled the Maal Hijrah Lecture Series to bring the intellectual contributions of recognised Islamic scholars to the general public, moving beyond academic and elite circles.
A collaboration between Johor State Government and Harvard University will introduce the Program for Scientifically-Inspired Leadership to 100 students across two secondary schools, with teacher training also planned.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is establishing a cadet corps programme in schools, rolling out initially at selected institutions before nationwide expansion to cultivate integrity values among students.