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Fadhlina: 8,006 volunteers for SPM appointed since 2023
1+ hour, 42+ min ago (213+ words) KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 26): A total of 8,006 volunteers have been appointed to assist with this year's Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination, marking the highest number since the initiative was launched in 2023, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. In a Facebook post today,…...
Activist calls for clarity of free tertiary education scheme
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (286+ words) KUCHING (Dec 25): The Sarawak government should clarify whether there are any conditions that may lead to the termination of financial support under the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES). In highlighting this matter, social activist Voon Shiak Ni acknowledged the FTES,…...
Hands-on solar activities introduce SK Kampung Bakam pupils to renewable energy
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (278+ words) Curtin Malaysia representatives take one for the album with teachers and students of SK Kampung Bakam at the programme. MIRI (Dec 24): Some 200 pupils of SK Kampung Bakam took part in an interactive Knowledge Transfer Programme, organised by Curtin University Malaysia…...
SMK DPHA Gapor upgrading works set for completion next month
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (187+ words) Yap (left) inspects the new toilet block. KUCHING (Dec 24): The refurbishing and upgrading works on SMK DPHA Gapor's facilities are scheduled for completion in January next year. In announcing this, Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said the RM200,000 Rural Transformation Programme…...
S’wak FTES will help develop competent, future-ready workforce, says education bureau chief
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (303+ words) KUCHING (Dec 24): The Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) will help develop a competent and future-ready workforce, said Satok Education Bureau chairman Abdul Samat Gany. The political secretary to the Premier said it also clearly reflected the state government's commitment…...
SMK Kapit No 2 holds grand farewell for beloved educator
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (569+ words) KAPIT (Dec 24): It was a grand celebration held by SMK Kapit No 2 to bid farewell to its beloved teacher, Teoh Say Beng. The 60-year-old educator is now retired after having served in Sarawak for 36 years 10 months. Penang-born Teoh and his…...
MSU College Group celebrates 509 graduates at 29th Convocation Ceremony
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (349+ words) KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 23): The MSU College Group (MSUC) recently marked a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its 29th Convocation Ceremony at Chancellor Hall, Management and Science University (MSU) campus, Shah Alam, celebrating the academic achievements of 509 graduates. The ceremony…...
DAP urges expansion of RM15,000 yearly stipend to all B40 Sarawakian students
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (349+ words) KUCHING (Dec 23): Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) has urged the Sarawak Government to extend the RM15,000 yearly stipend to all Sarawakian students from the B40 category, regardless of the institution they attend. In a statement today, Michael Kong, special assistant to Stampin…...
Beyond free tuition: SDGA advocates for ‘jobs funnel’ to secure graduate futures in S’wak
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (332+ words) KUCHING (Dec 23): The Sarawak Dayak Graduates Association (SDGA) has welcomed the state's Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES), describing it as a reflection of the government's firm commitment to inclusive higher education and long-term human capital development. However, the association asserts…...
145 residents in Tanjong Datu receive Christmas, Back-to-School aid
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (255+ words) Azizul (third left) distributes Christmas aid to a beneficiary. KUCHING (Dec 23): A total of 145 residents from the Tanjong Datu state constituency received Christmas contributions and "Back-to-School" assistance during a handover ceremony in Lundu on Sunday. Its assemblyman Azizul Pehin Sri…...