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The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Mara to enhance collaboration with Cambridge University
LONDON: Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) will be enhancing its collaboration with Cambridge University, says Datuk Dr Ashraf Wadi Dusuki. The Mara chairman said he had a discussion with the university's representatives, who were told 12 Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) taught the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) syllabus. "Student performance was very encouraging, with 147 scoring straight As. "We (Mara) also have a comprehensive educational ecosystem. "They (Cambridge representatives) were very excited when we shared these facts. "Our focus is not only sending students overseas but to ensure a path for them to enter Ivy League universities," he told reporters in London on Sunday (June 1). Ashraf Wadi is in London as part of the delegation for Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's working visit to Britain. He said Cambridge representatives have also agreed to go to MRSM to give students a taste of the Cambridge orientation. "In that sense, students can be prepared early," he said. Mara has also agreed to conduct joint research and co-funding with Cambridge in areas such as quantum technology and artificial intelligence, said Ashraf Wadi. "For example, we will send five lecturers for master's and doctorate courses in Cambridge and the university will sponsor another five," he said. He added that Mara has also agreed to conduct leadership professional courses to produce professors and lecturers for academia and also for industries. "The training module will be developed by Cambridge and will take one month," he said. On another matter, Ashraf Wadi said three top universities in the United Kingdom have agreed to offer discounts on tuition fees for Mara-sponsored students, namely Warwick University, Birmingham University and Edinburgh University. "Both Warwick University and Birmingham University have agreed to offer a 20% discount on tuition fees and Edinburgh University offered 10%. He said this could save Mara about RM103,000 per student over the span of three years. He added that with the savings, Mara could look into increasing allowances. "I met with students in Sheffield and Manchester and the feedback that I got is that their cost of living has increased significantly," he said.
The Star
27-05-2025
- The Star
Two nabbed, untaxed booze worth RM100,000 seized in Penang raid
GEORGE TOWN: Marine police arrested two men, one of them a foreign national, for possessing untaxed alcohol worth more than RM100,000. Region 1 commander Asst Comm Rusley Chi Ari said the duo was held during an operation with North Seberang Prai police headquarters in the Tasek Gelugor area from Sunday to Monday (May 25 to 26). "Based on intelligence about the distribution of alcoholic drinks in the North Seberang Prai district, Penang's Marine Intelligence Unit raided an unregistered warehouse in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor on Monday," he said in a statement on Tuesday (May 27). He said police seized 110 cartons of beverages with 12% alcohol content, 50 cartons of beer with 13.8% alcohol, and a remote control device believed to be linked to operations at the premises. He said the overall value of the confiscated goods, inclusive of tax, is RM103,804.80. "The suspects, a 58-year-old local and a 36-year-old foreign national, have been remanded until June 3 to assist in the investigation," he said. The case is being investigated under Section 135(1) (d) of the Customs Act 1967. Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Borneo Post
22-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Soon Koh: Continued attention needed to address water, infrastructure needs in Bawang Assan
While thanking the state government and relevant ministries for their efforts thus far, Soon Koh says Sibu's water supply problems stem from its geographical location in low-lying peat swamp areas. KUCHING (May 22): Bawang Assan assemblyman Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh has called for continued attention to address the persistent water supply issues and infrastructure needs affecting his constituency. While thanking the state government and relevant ministries for their efforts thus far, he said Sibu's water supply problems stem from its geographical location in low-lying peat swamp areas. 'Because of that, over time, water pipes have sunk several metres underground, making them prone to frequent leaks and bursts, leading to repeated supply disruptions,' he said when debating the motion of appreciation on the Governor's opening speech at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) today. He also acknowledged that while water supply is primarily a federal responsibility, funding delays and slow implementation have compounded the problem. 'People in general are not aware that water supply is very much the federal government's responsibility, but the state government has recently stepped in to help mitigate the issue,' he said. In this regard, he expressed his appreciation to Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi for his active involvement in addressing water supply issues in Sibu. Turning to road infrastructure, Wong noted the recent completion of the Jalan Sungai Bidut/Kampung Tutus/Kampung Sebedil/Kampung Bungan Kecil road project (Package A) which cost RM103 million. He said planning is underway for the Jalan Rantau Panjang/Rassau road project in Batang Igan estimated at RM254 million, and maintenance works for Jalan Kampung Sebedil worth RM500,000. 'Additionally, several road proposals have been submitted under the 13th Malaysia Plan, including the RM435 million Jalan Sungai Bidut/Batang Lassa/Kadang Sawai Jaya road, and the SK Tanjung Panasu bypass to Aup/Rantau Panjang estimated at RM5 million,' he said. bawang assan DUN wong soon koh
Daily Express
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Saifuddin urges Rafizi to focus on PKR campaign, not potential Sarawak ban
Published on: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 18, 2025 By: Mohd Nazllie Zainul Text Size: PAPAR: Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli has been urged to focus on campaigning and highlighting his track record and the party's vision ahead of the PKR 2025 elections, which conclude in a few days. Former PKR secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, a close friend of Rafizi, said personal concerns, like potential travel bans, should not distract from the campaign. Advertisement He was responding to Rafizi's remarks suggesting he might again be barred from entering Sarawak if he loses his government and party positions. Rafizi made the comment during a reformist event in Kuching, recalling previous restrictions before becoming a minister. Saifuddin, who is also Home Minister, said Sarawak remains a key strategic partner in ensuring national political stability and stressed the need to avoid speculation before any actual developments. Separately, Saifuddin announced the launch of three new General Operations Force (PGA) battalions: 21 in Keningau, 22 in Kunak, and 23 in Sri Aman, bringing the total to 23 nationwide with 12,000 personnel. He said this reflects the government's commitment to national security. A total of RM103 million has been allocated under the 12th Malaysia Plan to upgrade infrastructure and facilities for the new battalions, with RM45 million and RM43.5 million spent on maintenance and equipment in 2023 and 2024 respectively. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
17-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
JDT slapped with RM103k fine for fan fury and handshake snub
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) have been slapped with a US$24,000 (RM103,092.54) fine by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for multiple disciplinary breaches during their Asian Champions League (ACL) Elite last-16 return-leg clash against Buriram United on March 11. The AFC disciplinary and ethics committee announced the sanctions on Thursday, citing crowd misconduct, organisational failures, and unsporting behaviour by players. Spectators at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium were found to have thrown at least 20 water bottles onto the pitch and surrounding areas. An unauthorised individual also entered the controlled zone and verbally abused match officials after the final whistle. JDT players were faulted for failing to observe the mandatory post-match fair play handshake, which the AFC described as "an act of unsporting behaviour." The Southern Tigers were hit with three separate fines — US$10,000 (RM42,955.23) under Article 65.1 for spectator misconduct, US$13,000 (RM55,841.80) under Article 64.1 for poor match organisation and US$1,000 (RM4,295.52) under Article 50.1 for bringing the game into disrepute. All fines must be settled within 30 days. The match ended in controversy after a Jorge Obregon goal was disallowed via VAR, sparking fury among the home crowd. The chaotic scenes that followed cast a shadow over JDT's campaign, which had already ended in disappointment with a 1-0 aggregate loss. Thursday's penalties add to a growing list of disciplinary actions faced by JDT during this season's ACL. Earlier punishments included — US$5,000 (RM21,477.60) for Natxo Insa over post-match comments aimed at referees, US$3,750 (RM16,108.20) for team misconduct and US$1,500 (RM6,443.28) for a delayed second half. Players Park Jun Heong and Murilo Henrique were also fined and suspended for separate offences. Despite the setbacks, JDT pocketed US$1,384,250 (RM5,941,342.30) from the tournament — US$1 million (RM4,295,520.00) as a participation fee and US$400,000 (RM1,718,208.00) as a performance bonus.
