Today's top Malaysian news, sport and lifestyle.
Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail has called on Orang Asli youths to pursue TVET and higher education qualifications, citing the need to reduce school dropout rates and unlock better career opportunities for Malaysia's indigenous communities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a government programme providing free three-month AI software subscriptions to 100,000 young Malaysians aged 18-30, starting August 31, as part of the broader AI Malaysia initiative unveiled this week.
Sultan Nazrin Shah presented awards to 239 recipients at the Perak Scouts ceremony in Ipoh, as the national scouting movement undergoes significant modernisation and Perak branch approaches its centenary.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia cannot achieve developed nation status if citizens remain entrenched in divisive, race-based politics. Speaking at a youth training event, he called for generational unity and skills development to drive progress.
Hannah Yeoh, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department for the Federal Territories, has been appointed president of the Federal Territories State Scouts Council. She announced RM20,000 in funding to support scouting activities and youth development programmes.
Malaysia's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation is preparing the fifth edition of Malaysia Techlympics 2026, aiming to attract 1.8 million participants through 90 competitions spanning renewable energy, robotics, AI, and cybersecurity.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged parents and educators to instil both academic excellence and moral values in children, warning against bullying and negative behaviour that could undermine their futures.
Pahang's new RM30 million youth and sports complex will open to the public in August following trial runs. The facility includes gyms, courts, and a skatepark, with additional upgrades planned for local sports infrastructure.
Brampton, Ontario, which produced multiple Canadian national team stars, faces uncertainty after its historic soccer club lost its provincial development licence. The loss threatens the traditional pathway for elite young players to reach Canada's national programme.
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Pakatan Harapan candidate Ayna Soraya has proposed transforming Pantai Seri Menanti into a dedicated Youth Fishing and Leisure Hub, aiming to attract young people, generate local economic opportunities, and position the area as a domestic tourism destination.