Malaysian Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad has emphasised the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors to address the country’s limited healthcare resources and welcomed KL Wellness City’s RM25 million nursing scholarship to help manage the shortage of nurses in the country.
US$1.7b in Indonesia, Azure data centre in Thailand, US$2.2b in Malaysia: All eyes on spillover effect as Microsoft goes big in SEA
Microsoft’s series of investments in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia are not surprising, as the tech giant had earlier announced a US$10 billion investment in AI abroad. All eyes are now on the upskilling of the local workforce and the creation of economic opportunities for governments, businesses, and communities in the region.
Transforming AI threats into opportunities in shaping, enhancing, and empowering society
By implementing effective oversight mechanisms, increasing transparency, promoting education and awareness, and encouraging cooperation among various stakeholders, we can harness the potential of AI to empower individuals and communities, writes academician Associate Professor Dr Siti Hajar Halili.
NUTP: New education curriculum must make learning fun, enhance critical thinking
Make learning fun, and children will love it, says National Union of the Teaching Profession (NUTP) secretary-general Fouzi Singon.
Execujet’s facility in Subang reinforces Malaysia’s position as regional MRO player, says Transport Minister
The opening of Execujet’s internationally certified maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility at the iconic Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang, Selangor, reinforces Malaysia’s position as a regional centre for MRO.
Ancient landscapes point to Australia’s initial human migration paths
A fresh examination of landscape evolution casts new light on migration of the first humans to Sahul – the expansive single landmass including Australia, New Guinea and Tasmania that existed up to 75,000 years ago.
Malaysia to host first interactive travel expo in June
The Asia Interactive Travel Expo (AITX) offers an immersive travel experience using virtual and augmented reality. Visitors can experience various destinations without leaving Malaysia, with interactive bidding sessions and exclusive sales.
Stagnant minimum wage in Malaysia needs urgent reforms
Malaysia must make a determined effort to increase salaries to combat the cheap labour model that underpins company expansion, writes Director of the Ungku Aziz Centre for Development Studies, Universiti Malaya, Datin Seri Professor Dr Suhaiza Hanim Dato Mohamad Zailani.
NPC-Macrokiosk Muhibbah Awards returns to honour good deeds, promote unity
Celebrating unity and the spirit of being Malaysian. These are the two main ingredients in getting the second edition of the National Press Club of Malaysia (NPC)-Macrokiosk Muhibbah Awards up and running this year.
Lawyer says PM should not be too hasty as calls to sue over Johor casino article mount
Senior lawyer Datuk Seri Jahaberdeen Mohamed Yunoos insists that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim should not be too quick to take legal action, as criticism is common in politics. This comes following pressure by certain quarters calling for Anwar to sue Bloomberg over its ‘Johor casino’ article.
Cisse hopes son, Prince Kobe, can be future King of Kop
Djibril Cisse’s three sons are pursuing football careers, but it is 15-year-old Prince Kobe who has grabbed the headlines after debuting for Liverpool’s Under-18 team.
Give Erik ten Hag another season, urges ex-Manchester United defender Lee Martin
Former Manchester United defender Lee Martin believes Erik ten Hag deserves another season to prove his worth.
Tengku Amir ends Gagasan Rumpun Selangor Hulu Langat tour with cheers from Ampang folk
The Gagasan Rumpun Selangor Hulu Langat district tour came to an end on April 26, with the Raja Muda Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah, spending the whole day with residents in Ampang.