
MOE bans sale of vape-like candies in schools - Fadhlina
The Education Ministry would take strict action against any party found selling food that could endanger students' safety.
Mon Mar 10 2025

MOE, DBP support empowerment of national language in legal field -- Fadhlina
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has assured that Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) will always be prepared to provide the necessary infrastructure for developing new terminologies in the Malay language.
Thu Feb 27 2025

ELTC’s role to be expanded to boost English proficiency - Fadhlina
Fadhlina Sidek says MoE is considering several immediate improvements, including restructuring relevant centres of responsibility.
Fri Feb 14 2025
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[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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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[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
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
Fadhlina Sidek attributed this issue to learning loss during COVID-19 pandemic, poverty and the needs of special children.
Mon Oct 07 2024

Lula slams US tariffs, threatens to take reciprocal measures
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warns his country ould take reciprocal trade measures against the US.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Malaysia urges citizens to leave South Sudan as security situation worsens
Wisma Putra urges Malaysians to leave immediately while commercial flights are still operating.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Sudan's army shells Omdurman in push to oust RSF from capital region
RSF controls parts of Omdurman and has fortified west Sudan, dividing the nation into rival zones.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Canada's prime minister says nothing off the table in response to Trump's tariffs
A trade war would be extremely damaging for Canada, which sends 75% of its exports to the United States.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Trump says larger tariffs could be imposed on Canada, EU if they cause US 'economic harm'
Donald Trump warns of massive tariffs on the EU & Canada if they collude to hurt the US economy - far larger than currently planned.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns
The WFP has suffered severe financial setbacks after the US, its single largest donor, announced a 90-day pause on foreign aid assistance.
Fri Mar 28 2025

South Koreans mourn historic temple burnt by wildfire, race to save others
At least 18 heritage sites or objects damaged, destroyed.
Fri Mar 28 2025

What are the US and Europe doing to counter Houthi strikes in the Red Sea?
Here is how the attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Houthis have affected trade for Europe and the US.
Fri Mar 28 2025

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un touts AI suicide drones, early-warning aircraft
Kim Jong Un says unmanned control and AI capability must be the top priorities in modern arms development.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Russia soon to begin to build road bridge to North Korea
The bridge was agreed upon during Putin's 2024 North Korea visit, when both nations signed a strategic partnership deal.
Fri Mar 28 2025