School cross-country run followed guidelines, says Education DG

[ GUA MUSANG: The recent cross-country event organised by Sekolah Menengah Sains Tuanku Jaafar in Kuala Pilah, Negri Sembilan followed existing guidelines, said Education director-general Azman Adnan. He said there is no question of holding the school administrator accountable, despite the unfortunate incident of a student collapsing during the event. The 14-year-old student collapsed and … Read more

Students required to declare health status before joining in school activities, says Negri Education Dept

[ SEREMBAN: The Negri Sembilan Education Department has requested students to declare their health status to the school authorities before participating in any indoor or outdoor classroom activities, especially those involving physical activities. Its director, Datuk Dr Roslan Hussin also urged parents and guardians to inform the school about the health status of their children … Read more

Give priority to students’ health before conducting outdoor activities, says Dr Dzul

[ MUAR: Parents and teachers need to be aware of students’ health conditions before they undertake any outdoor activities, including cross-country races, given the current hot weather. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said this is important to protect children or students from any potential risks, especially during their involvement in extracurricular activities. “This … Read more

New Brexit travel hope for under 30s as EU plan to relax visa rules in the works

[ BRUSSELS – British under-30s could soon find it easier to study, work and live in European Union countries, and vice versa, under plans unveiled by the European Commission on Thursday that aim to restore some freedoms lost under Brexit. The Commission on Thursday proposed opening talks with the UK on “an agreement to facilitate … Read more

Student in sexual harassment case fully protected, says Education Minister

[ KLANG: The 16-year-old student involved in a sexual harassment case against his teacher has been given full protection, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She also said that he has been given access to psycho-social services, as per Ministry guidelines. ALSO READ: We will not tolerate sexual harassment, says Education Ministry Fadhlina said this after … Read more

We will not tolerate sexual harassment, says Education Ministry

[ PETALING JAYA: The Education Ministry has taken action in a case involving a teacher sexually harassing a student. The ministry said it would not tolerate any incidents of sexual harassment at any of its institutions. “This case is under the ministry’s attention and action has been taken according to existing guidelines,” it said in … Read more

Education Ministry to cooperate in probe into death of college student in Lahat Datu

[ PUTRAJAYA: The Education Ministry will fully cooperate in the investigation into the death of a vocational college student who was found dead in a dormitory with injuries and bruises on his body on Friday (March 22). The ministry said on Saturday (March 23) that it would not compromise with bullying in all educational institutions … Read more

Pension reform delays could leave young workers £117k worse off in retirement

[ Millions of young workers could be left £117,000 worse off in retirement following a delay to the rollout of reforms that would have seen them start saving into their workplace pension years earlier. The Government supported a private members bill last March that would see the automatic enrolment age lowered from 22 to 18 … Read more

6 mantras every student should recite for concentration and enlightenment

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Bill Seeking Strict Legal Action Against Exam Malpractices And Irregularities Passed By Lok Sabha

[ Home Education Bill Seeking Strict Legal Action Against Exam Malpractices And Irregularities Passed By Lok Sabha The need for the bill arose after many competitive exams were cancelled following question paper leaks. The bill also proposes a high-level national technical committee on public examinations. (Representational Image) Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024: … Read more