Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) has defended research by two of its academics on Malay maritime history which has been slammed by some quarters for wrongly attributing ancient Chinese vessels with Malay origins.
The letter issued by Education Deputy Director-General (School Operations) Azman Adnan has since been leaked and circulated online. It states that the week, to be held from October 29 to November 3, is part of the ministry’s effort to express unity in upholding universal humanitarian values.
An additional allocation of RM50 million approved by the government for the expansion of the Rahmah concept will be able to produce various new initiatives in an effort to help the people face the challenges of rising living costs.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms.
Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.
In a statement on the matter, PayNet, the operator of DuitNow QR, clarified that the fee follows the lifting of a waiver on the merchant discount rate, which is charged based on a percentage of the payment transaction value.
