'Torpedo' found on east coast beach raises concern, says UMT oceanographer
KUALA TERENGGANU: An oceanography expert from Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) said the recent discovery of a torpedo-shaped metallic object on Seberang Takir Beach, Kuala Nerus has raised "a little concern", regarding the possibility of the projectile and its function.
Driving forth towards digitalisation in the IR4.0 era
RESEARCH at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)’s Institute of Autonomous Systems covers the entire value chain of digitalisation – with priority on ensuring that what is born in the lab makes a difference to business, industry and everyday life.
UTP donates to orphans and asnaf, spreading Aidilfitri cheer
UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI PETRONAS (UTP) brought festive cheer to orphans and asnaf this Ramadan by hosting an Iftar in collaboration with Yayasan PETRONAS and the Perak Association of Wives and Women Employees of PETRONAS (PETRONITA).
Tackling TB with an app to ease treatment protocols
An initiative called Celik TB aims to improve tuberculosis awareness and treatment adherence among Malaysians.
Dr Wee congratulates 14 UTAR researchers for being ranked top 2% scientists worldwide in Stanford list
PETALING JAYA: Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) received an academic boost after 14 of its researchers were ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide by US-based Stanford University, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
Dr Dzul positive 'amicable' closure can be achieved for parallel pathway issues
PETALING JAYA: Resolving the problems related to the Parallel Pathway, or the specialist training, programme, is part of Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad’s 100-day Key Performance Index (KPI).
KK Super Mart continues to prioritise CSR initiatives
PETALING JAYA: KK Supermart & Superstore Sdn Bhd (KK Super Mart) remains committed to corporate and social responsibility (CSR) initiatives as it continues to explore new opportunities that positively impact social relationships.
Dr Wee: Foreign crew of vessels originating from India not allowed to sign off
PETALING JAYA: Foreign crew of vessels docking at all Malaysian ports originating from India are not allowed to “sign off” (disembark upon end of contract) during the current movement control order, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
Do’s and don’ts for the after-birth confinement period
While some traditional practices should be discarded, some should be maintained or modified.
Rais tells Dr M to quit politicking
PETALING JAYA: Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad should stop playing politics and concentrate on helping to curb the Covid-19 pandemic, says Negri Sembilan Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) chief Tan Sri Rais Yatim.
Teach kids online dos and don’ts
PETALING JAYA: Protecting children on social media and the digital world should be a collaborative effort, says social psychologist Datuk Dr Chiam Heng Keng.
SWM Environment, UiTM sign MoU on waste management and environmental sustainability
JASIN: SWM Environment and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership focused on public education and awareness.
UTeM bags second National Energy Award
MELAKA: Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) has continued its streak of excellence in sustainable energy management by bagging the National Energy Award (NEA) 2024 in the Energy Management in Large Building category.
TAR UMT’s success due to dedication from pioneers and staff, says Chan
KUALA LUMPUR: The achievements of Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) would not have been possible without the dedication of its faculty and staff, says Tan Sri Chan Kong Choy.
‘Muslims know what to do’
GOMBAK: There is no need for guidelines for Muslims visiting non-Muslim houses of worship or events, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Kampungstay: Mi casa, su kampung?
There is a growing appreciation for Malaysia’s rich kampung life, but more needs to be done to promote it to international tourists. Motac's Visit Homestay 2025 initiative strikes a delicate balance between boosting these rustic attractions and protecting the local communities from overtourism and cultural insensitivities.
PRESERVING PEOPLE AND NATURE
SINCE 2016, the Gamuda Inspiration Award by Yayasan Gamuda has been on a mission to honour everyday Malaysians who positively impact people and the planet.
Embrace the 5Ts of giving
IN the blink of an eye, we have reached the end of another year.
Mitigating flash floods in cities
A letter from IR DR SUZANA RAMLI and IR TS DR NURUL FARIHA LOKMAN, UiTM Shah Alam.
BUILDING LEGACIES OF CHANGE
THE iconic ethologist and conservationist Dr Jane Goodall famously said, “We have the choice to use the gift of our life to make the world a better place – or not to bother.”
