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Police arrested a teenage university student in Kuala Langat after discovering a newborn's body wrapped in cloth near hostel facilities, prompting investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
Authorities in Selangor have detained a female student following the discovery of a deceased newborn at a hostel in Kuala Langat. The case has prompted police investigations into the circumstances surrounding the infant's death.
Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh has called on universities to support the expansion of Menu Rahmah by providing business premises and lowering rental costs, emphasizing that top management commitment is essential for the programme's success.
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Malaysian educators caution that while combating bullying is essential, the Anti-Bullying Act 2026's tribunal system may inadvertently transform schools into evidence-gathering centres, diverting resources from their core educational mission.
Malaysia's School Liaison Officers do more than prevent bullying, says Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution, citing their broader mandate to monitor all student safety and welfare issues alongside National Anti-Drugs Agency personnel.
Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah has reinforced its dedication to assisting low-income students, distributing scholarships and emergency grants during record diploma intake for 2026/2027.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a 39-year-old foreign national in connection with a violent assault on a Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman student at a Setapak bus stop. The incident has raised fresh concerns about public safety in the capital.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on schools to cease concealing bullying incidents to maintain their public standing, emphasising that transparent reporting and immediate intervention are vital to protect student welfare.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned schools against suppressing bullying cases to safeguard their image, emphasising that transparent reporting and swift intervention are essential for protecting victims and addressing the problem.
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The Federation of Peninsular Malay Students has urged the government to implement mandatory mental health screenings across all schools, citing growing concerns over student suicide and emotional distress following a recent stabbing incident.
The Selangor State Education Department director visited a female student recovering from a stabbing attack at a Banting secondary school. The 15-year-old sustained a lung injury and 16 stab wounds. A suspect has been remanded for four days.
The Malaysian government's MADANI Book Voucher Programme will distribute RM100 e-vouchers to 2.2 million students nationwide, funded by RM221.6 million. Redemption begins July 1 through the BookCapital platform featuring 1,238 registered booksellers.
Sixteen retired Malaysian Armed Forces personnel will commence duties as full-time wardens at eight MARA Junior Science Colleges beginning July 1, marking the second phase of a military personnel recruitment programme designed to strengthen institutional discipline.
Nearly 1,000 residents joined Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's Sentuhan Kasih community outreach programme across four Johor locations, with 78 university members delivering health screenings, gotong-royong activities and sports engagement.
The Malaysian Ministry of Rural and Regional Development has initiated a formal investigation into reports of bullying at MRSM institutions, with officials warning that substantiated cases could result in student expulsion.