![[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages [COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/51590765086_exam.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages
What the nation needs now are credible, research-driven solutions that do more than just scratch the surface.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Compulsory secondary education policy to be tabled in Parliament next month - Fadhlina Compulsory secondary education policy to be tabled in Parliament next month - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71736740002_FadhlinaSidekBan.jpg)
Compulsory secondary education policy to be tabled in Parliament next month - Fadhlina
Fadhlina Sidek says introduction of policy was also to address the problem of students not attending school, especially during SPM.
Mon Jan 13 2025
![New blueprint set to reshape education system, meet future demand - Fadhlina New blueprint set to reshape education system, meet future demand - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71736422458_TBFADHLINA.jpg)
New blueprint set to reshape education system, meet future demand - Fadhlina
The comprehensive Malaysia Future Education Blueprint 2026-2036 is intended to replace the current plan that will conclude this year.
Thu Jan 09 2025
![SPM 2024 attendance rate hits 97 pct - Fadhlina SPM 2024 attendance rate hits 97 pct - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71735797376_FadhlinaSidekMent.jpg)
SPM 2024 attendance rate hits 97 pct - Fadhlina
The attendance rate for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2024 candidates has reached 97 per cent, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
Thu Jan 02 2025
![Bill on compulsory education until secondary school for tabling in Parliament in February next year Bill on compulsory education until secondary school for tabling in Parliament in February next year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/71734588045_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
Bill on compulsory education until secondary school for tabling in Parliament in February next year
Fadhlina Sidek says the proposed bill had been sent to the Attorney General's Chambers for review.
Thu Dec 19 2024
![Floods: SPM Oral Exam to proceed as scheduled - Fadhlina Floods: SPM Oral Exam to proceed as scheduled - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/71733035797_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
Floods: SPM Oral Exam to proceed as scheduled - Fadhlina
The Education Ministry (MOE) will proceed with the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Malay Language oral examination in all flood-affected states.
Sun Dec 01 2024
![Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61732594650_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
![MOE to probe reports of Thais crossing Sungai Golok to study in Malaysia MOE to probe reports of Thais crossing Sungai Golok to study in Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61731234315_TBFadhlina.jpg)
MOE to probe reports of Thais crossing Sungai Golok to study in Malaysia
If they are M'sians, they should attend school in M'sia and there should be no safety concerns about crossing rivers, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 19 2024
![GISB: MOE continues to provide education for rescued children - Fadhlina GISB: MOE continues to provide education for rescued children - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51730986184_TBFadhlinaSidek.jpg)
GISB: MOE continues to provide education for rescued children - Fadhlina
MOE is still continuing its efforts to provide education to the children of former GISB Holdings followers who were rescued through Op Global in accordance with the ministry.
Thu Nov 07 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Children are not our exhibited trophy [COLUMNIST] Children are not our exhibited trophy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71729765063_genericremajadan.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Children are not our exhibited trophy
Instead of focusing on negative labels, parents should strive to help children develop their inner abilities and face life's hurdles.
Thu Oct 24 2024
![MOE views seriously rise in suicidal thoughts, ‘Barcode' trend among students MOE views seriously rise in suicidal thoughts, ‘Barcode' trend among students](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81729677267_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
MOE views seriously rise in suicidal thoughts, ‘Barcode' trend among students
The 'barcode' trend involves students cutting their arms with sharp objects, falsely believing it helps them cope with depression.
Wed Oct 23 2024
![122,000 Year 1 pupils still lack 3M skills - Fadhlina 122,000 Year 1 pupils still lack 3M skills - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728289103_TBFadhlina.jpg)
122,000 Year 1 pupils still lack 3M skills - Fadhlina
Fadhlina Sidek attributed this issue to learning loss during COVID-19 pandemic, poverty and the needs of special children.
Mon Oct 07 2024
![83,700 students to benefit from Anak Kita programme - Fadhlina 83,700 students to benefit from Anak Kita programme - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81726239734_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
83,700 students to benefit from "Anak Kita" programme - Fadhlina
A total of 83,752 students, involving 3,458 schools, will benefit from the implementation of phase one of the -Anak Kita- programme.
Fri Sep 27 2024
![Cooperation from all parties required to address school dropouts - PM Anwar Cooperation from all parties required to address school dropouts - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71727346258_tbAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Cooperation from all parties required to address school dropouts - PM Anwar
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said support should be provided to enhance children's abilities to prevent them from dropping out of school.
Fri Sep 27 2024
![GISB: Evaluation process for rescued children takes time - Education Minister GISB: Evaluation process for rescued children takes time - Education Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71725161833_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
GISB: Evaluation process for rescued children takes time - Education Minister
The process of evaluating the children rescued from premises linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISB) is expected to take some time.
Tue Sep 24 2024
![Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her' Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738926628_TBTHAICHINA.jpg)
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages [COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/51590765086_exam.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages
What the nation needs now are credible, research-driven solutions that do more than just scratch the surface.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635504957_AnnaJenkins.jpg)
Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision
Annapuranee "Anna" Jenkins' remains were found nearly three years later, after her 2017 abrupt disappearance while on holiday in Penang.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738925520_ZaynRayyan.jpg)
Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault"
According to the teacher, Zayn Rayyan's mother said those words when she visited the family a day after the child was reported missing.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738921639_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist' Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738920610_ReynhardSinaga.jpg)
Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'
Reynhard Sinaga was found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men whom he drugged after taking them back to his apartment from clubs.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738919573_HelikopterTerhempa.jpg)
Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today
AAIB is still conducting investigations at the scene, and the helicopter wreckage will be removed once the probe is completed.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738921212_PPKM.jpg)
Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly
Loke said the companies were selected based on key criteria, including financial stability and a minimum paid-up capital of RM10 million.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities [COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41737042830_economylaptop.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities
Policymakers and businesses must balance fiscal consolidation and economic risks to ensure sustained growth this year.
Fri Feb 07 2025