JAKARTA (Reuters) -At least 10 people were killed and 18 injured after an oil tanker caught fire early on Wednesday as it was being repaired in Indonesia's Riau Islands province, according to local police. Read full story
Malaysia will soon make electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) identity verification compulsory for social media platforms. This is to prevent children aged below 13 from making accounts on these websites and apps. According to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, this requirement serves to protect children online. Additionally, it is meant to ensure these social media […] The post Fahmi: Malaysia To Enforce eKYC Verification For Social Media Platforms appeared first on Lowyat.NET .
PARLIAMENT | Machang MP declines, saying his loyalty lies firmly with PN.
SHAH ALAM - Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) digesa segera melaksanakan Dasar Sekolah Selamat yang merangkumi komponen pencegahan buli secara menyeluruh. Ketua Putera MIC, Dr S Shatesh Kumar berkata, ini termasuk pelaksanaan mekanisme pelaporan wajib, intervensi awal dan penyediaan sokongan psikososial kepada warga sekolah.Menurutnya, negara lain membuktikan bahawa pelaksanaan dasar jelas mampu menurunkan kadar buli dengan ketara, misalnya Korea Selatan yang memperkenalkan 'School Violence Prevention Act' iaitu mewajibkan setiap sekolah menubuhkan jawatankuasa pencegahan dan melaporkan kes buli terus kepada pihak berkuasa pendidikan tempatan.Selain itu, jelasnya, Finland juga melaksanakan Program KiVa iaitu kerangka nasional berasaskan intervensi awal, latihan guru dan pendidikan empati yang berjaya mengurangkan lebih 50 peratus kes buli di sekolah rendah dalam tempoh lima tahun."Malaysia tidak perlu menunggu lebih banyak tragedi untuk bertindak, kita kena berani melaksanakan dasar dengan kesungguhan politik yang sama."Justeru, Putera MIC meminta semua pihak termasuk kerajaan, pihak sekolah, ibu bapa, pertubuhan bukan kerajaan (NGO) dan pelajar sendiri untuk bersatu dalam satu gerakan nasional bagi menjayakan kempen #MakeSchoolsSafeAgain."Gerakan ini mesti dilaksanakan sebagai satu tanggungjawab sosial agar setiap sekolah kembali menjadi tempat yang aman, selamat dan kondusif untuk perkembangan sahsiah serta pembelajaran murid," katanya dalam kenyataan pada Rabu.Sebelum ini, Statistik Sistem Sahsiah Diri Murid (SSDM) KPM merekodkan kes buli di sekolah meningkat apabila sebanyak 7,681 kes dilaporkan tahun lalu.Ketua Polis Negara, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail memaklumkan, statistik SSDM KPM merekodkan sebanyak 3,883 kes buli pada 2022 dan meningkat kepada 6,528 kes pada 2023.Mengulas lanjut, Shatesh menyifatkan 7,681 kes buli yang dilaporkan pada tahun lalu sebagai amat membimbangkan dan memberi gambaran jelas bahawa persekitaran sekolah di negara ini semakin tidak selamat untuk pelajar.Tambah beliau, peningkatan drastik itu sepatutnya menjadi amaran awal kepada semua pihak, khususnya KPM agar mengambil tindakan segera dan berkesan.Bagaimanapun, beliau mempersoalkan sejauh mana kementerian benar-benar serius dalam menangani isu buli secara menyeluruh.Ia kerana menurutnya, setiap kali timbul kes melibatkan buli, rogol atau bunuh di sekolah, tindakan yang diambil sering terhenti pada fasa penubuhan jawatankuasa khas dan pelaksanaan kajian."Sampai bila kita mahu berputar dalam kitaran reaksi yang sama tanpa sebarang perubahan dasar nyata dan berkesan?"Dahulu, sekolah merupakan tempat yang selamat, mendidik dan membentuk sahsiah pelajar. Namun kini, realitinya semakin membimbangkan apabila sekolah tidak lagi menjadi ruang yang selamat."Putera MIC berpandangan bahawa kelewatan tindakan dan ketiadaan pelan intervensi dasar yang kukuh boleh dianggap kelalaian institusi dalam melindungi keselamatan murid," ujarnya.
THE Football Association of Malaysia has submitted an official appeal to FIFA regarding the disciplinary decision involving eligibility documentation for seven national players. FAM acting president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi said the association acted swiftly after receiving FIFA’s full judgment on October 7. He stated the legal team completed all necessary documents ahead of the submission deadline. “The appeal process is like a second round for us, so we are making better, more thorough and detailed preparations,“ Mohd Yusoff told reporters during Malaysia’s Asian Cup qualifier against Laos. Last month, FAM and seven naturalised players were penalised by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee for violating Article 22 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code. FIFA stated FAM had submitted falsified documents to confirm player eligibility for the June 10 Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam. FAM was fined CHF350,000, approximately RM1.8 million, while each player received a CHF2,000 fine and 12-month suspension from football activities. The association previously explained a technical error occurred during the submission process involving administrative staff. FAM stated it might take the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport if the FIFA appeal fails. In a separate development, Mohd Yusoff said FAM would let its Disciplinary Committee handle national coach Peter Cklamovski’s recent critical remarks. He acknowledged accepting the Australian coach’s apology but emphasised FAM must respect its statutes. – Bernama
SEREMBAN: Kes influenza dan Influenza-like Illness (ILI) di negeri ini menunjukkan peningkatan apabila 10 kluster dilaporkan bagi Minggu Epidemiologi ke-41 (5 hingga 11 Oktober 2025) berbanding hanya empat kluster pada minggu sebelumnya. Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, berkata, menurut Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Sembilan, sebanyak 299 kes direkodkan berbanding 154 kes pada minggu sebelumnua dengan ... Read more The post Kes influenza meningkat di Negeri Sembilan, 10 kluster direkodkan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .
YOUTH and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has challenged young Malaysian rider Muhammad Hakim Danish Ramli to win the Moto3 competition at the 2025 Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix. Yeoh called on Malaysians to support the 18-year-old Terengganu rider’s wildcard debut by purchasing tickets for the event scheduled from October 24-26 at Sepang International Circuit. “We urge every Malaysian to buy a ticket and come out and support MotoGP,“ she said at a press conference for the AEON Credit SIC Racing MSI team. “A lot of times we hear people want us to bring international events here, but when it’s here, then Malaysians don’t really want to buy tickets.” She emphasised the rarity of seeing a Malaysian rider compete at this level, saying “we really hope that you will buy a ticket and come out and support Hakim Danish.” Hakim Danish’s mentor, Muhammad Zulfahmi Khairuddin, previously finished second in the 2012 Moto3 season at SIC as Malaysia’s best representative. Yeoh said the rider’s participation demonstrates Malaysia’s potential when government, private sector and motorsports communities collaborate. She described AEON Credit’s support as an example of how corporate backing can help riders advance while inspiring youth to pursue big dreams. AEON Credit chairman Ng Eng Kiat announced a RM1 million donation to support Hakim Danish’s Moto3 debut, marking the company’s first venture into motorsports. He said this strengthens their long-term commitment to developing Malaysia’s youth, community and talent. SIC chief executive officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif said Hakim Danish’s appearance represents success for the entire technical team, mechanics and partners who believed in their talent development programme. – Bernama
KUALA LUMPUR: Presiden Pas, Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang hari ini menjelaskan kenapa Perikatan Nasional (PN) hingga kini belum menamakan calon Perdana Menteri (PM) bagi Pilihan Raya Umum Ke-16 (PRU16). Menurut Timbalan Pengerusi PN itu, gabungan Pas dan Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) lebih memfokuskan integriti setiap pemimpin yang dipilih, di samping mengelakkan perkara yang ... Read more The post PARLIMEN: Umum calon PM awal `undang’ bahaya – Hadi appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .
SEREMBAN: The number of influenza and influenza-like illness clusters in the state increased to 10 last week from four previously, with nine reported in schools alone, says Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Read full story
PETALING JAYA: Remaja lelaki berusia 14 tahun yang ditahan polis selepas menikam seorang pelajar perempuan di sebuah sekolah menengah di Bandar Utama di sini, tidak menunjukkan sebarang tanda luar biasa sebelum kejadian. Bapanya ketika ditemui media mengakui hatinya remuk dengan perbuatan anaknya itu. Lelaki berusia 40 tahun itu berkata, beliau tidak menyangka anaknya sanggup melakukan ... Read more The post Kes tikam di sekolah: Dia tidak menunjukkan kelakuan pelik – Bapa appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .
A member of the Luo tribe, he entered parliament in 1992 and had run unsuccessfully for the presidency five times, claiming to have been cheated of victory in the last four.
KUCHING : Nearly 30,000 Primary Six students across Sarawak are taking mandatory dual language proficiency examinations this week, even as influenza-like illness spreads through educational institutions. Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee confirmed that 29,117 pupils from 1,050 primary schools are sitting for the assessments today and tomorrow. Only one school is exempt from administering the tests due to having no Primary Six enrollment. Dr Annuar acknowledged the ongoing health concerns but emphasized that classes remain open. “An influenza-like outbreak has affected our schools, but no closures have been ordered. The examinations will proceed as scheduled,” he stated through the State Public Communications Unit. He noted that health protocols have been strengthened, with parents, educators and students advised to maintain strict health monitoring. The illness has been reported in schools across Kuching district in southern Sarawak, as well as in Bintulu and Miri districts further north. Last week, a four-year-old boy in Samarahan near Kuching died from suspected infection. This marks Sarawak’s inaugural Dual Language Proficiency Assessment Test for Primary Six students, which will become an annual requirement. The examination measures competency in both Bahasa Malaysia and English for science and mathematics subjects. Bahasa Malaysia assessments follow standards set by Malaysia’s Ministry of Education, while English tests are benchmarked against Cambridge University standards. “We’ve partnered with Cambridge University to oversee marking of the English language component, while the Education Ministry handles the BM assessment,” Dr Annuar explained. His ministry is coordinating with Cambridge management on test paper development and examination administration. The initiative aims to produce future workers capable of mastering science and technology subjects at international standards in both languages. Sarawak is pioneering this mandatory dual language proficiency testing at the primary school level in Malaysia.
PARLIMEN l Wakil DAP itu meluahkan rasa kecewanya terhadap penggantungan ahli parlimen Bersatu sambil menyifatkan tindakan tersebut sebagai tidak adil.
Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks turns 22 this year and is spreading its wings even further with a rebrand: Shihlin 2.0! Since it hatched as a humble store in 2003, it has sold over 100 million pieces of XXL Crispy Chicken worldwide, growing into a global street food phenomenon, with over 240 outlets in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the United States, and Egypt. Going Beyond Snacks The brand now offers two new hearty, and value-for-money rice bowls created in collaboration with a Taiwanese consultant that are inclusive and authentic. One of these is the Braised Chicken Ricebowl 滷肉飯 (RM15.90), reminiscent of Taiwan’s famous braised pork rice bowls. To make this dish more inclusive, Shihlin uses poultry instead of pork, but without compromising on authenticity. Over three months, Shihlin worked closely with a Taiwanese food consultant to perfect the recipe. The result is a rich, delicious and succulent minced chicken sauce over glossy grains of Taiwanese pearl rice, served alongside braised beancurd, an oozy ramen egg, and pickles. Another new meal option is the Chiayi Scallion Chicken Ricebowl 嘉義雞肉飯 (RM15.90), created in close collaboration with the consultant. Inspired by Chiayi city’s iconic turkey rice, it is drizzled with a moreish gravy made from turkey drippings and soy sauce. Staying true to its chicken speciality focus, and to keep the dish more accessible, Shihlin swaps turkey for tender chicken. Following the launch of its hearty ricebowls, Shihlin introduces another exciting addition — the Dried Tossed Noodles Series, exclusively debuting in Malaysia. The new series celebrates the authentic flavours of Taiwanese night markets through three different noodle dishes, each carefully balanced to deliver a satisfying and flavourful bite. The Scallion Oil Noodle 蔥油麵 (RM8.80) features springy noodles coated in savoury scallion oil — fragrant, umami, and perfectly balanced with a gentle hint of heat. For those craving something bolder, the Dan Dan Noodle 擔擔麵 (RM8.80) combines a rich, spicy, and nutty sauce for added depth and texture. Meanwhile, the Taiwan Cut Chilli Noodle 剁椒麵 (RM8.80) turns up the heat with a tangy, fiery sauce tossed over signature Taiwan cut noodles, offering a satisfying night market kick that’s both bold and memorable. Complimenting the brand-new menu items are refreshing vegetarian-friendly appetisers such as Smashed Cucumber 涼拌小黃瓜 (RM4.90) , Black Fungus 涼拌黑木耳 (RM4.90) and Oyster Mushroom 凉拌杏鲍菇 (RM5.90). New Mascot, New Merch with Shihlin 2.0 Alongside the makeover comes Miào Miào, Shihlin’s new feline mascot that is cheeky, curious, and fiercely loyal, embodying the Shihlin spirit of playfulness and connection. Miào Miào merchandise To celebrate, Shihlin introduces limited-edition, adorable merchandise, in the trendy “blindbox” format. These feature the new Shihlin 2.0 mascot Miào Miào, in three cuteness overload designs. Will you catch Crispy Miào Miào eating Shihlin XXL Crispy Chicken while wearing the giant cutlet on its head? Or will Slurpy Miào Miào be seen wearing an oyster hat, while holding onto a piping hot bowl of oyster mee sua? Or how about some seafood tempura that QQ Miào Miào grasps, its head also a gigantic tempura. To commemorate the new beginning of Shihlin 2.0 with the renewal of its NU Sentral outlet, special reopening promotions include: 17 October 2025 *: Starting at 12pm, the first 100 customers can enjoy RM1.99 Braised Chicken Ricebowl 18 October 2025 *: Starting at 12pm, the first 100 customers can enjoy RM1.99 Scallion Oil Noodle *Each customer is entitled to 1 bowl only. From 17 October 2025, while stocks last: Customers can also purchase the limited edition Shihlin blindbox plushies at RM25 each (U.P. RM35) with every RM15 spent .
Polis belum dapat mengesahkan sama ada suspek kes bunuh seorang pelajar perempuan di sebuah sekolah di Bandar Utama mengalami tekanan mental.
Projek membabitkan peruntukan sebanyak RM3 juta itu bertujuan memperkukuh aspek keselamatan pelajar di kawasan sekolah dan asrama.
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