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‘Don’t just ask the Ministry’: Fahmi tells academics to target telco millions for research

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called on local researchers and universities to tap into dedicated telecommunication company funds for R&D, urging academics to step out of "ivory towers" and utilize nationwide NADI internet hubs as real-world testing grounds

KBS eyes extra RM1 mil boost for weightlifting

Following a stellar Commonwealth Games haul, the Youth and Sports Ministry is reviewing a top-up request to power Malaysia’s weightlifting talent towards Olympic glory

RM14.4m boost: Over 96,000 Form 6 students set for early schooling aid

The Ministry of Education expands its financial safety net, rolling out RM150 cash handouts to newly enrolled Form 6 cohorts to help families beat rising pre-university costs

RM429m boost for Johor border security, frontliner welfare: Saifuddin

Home Ministry details multi-million ringgit allocation for police, immigration, and prison upgrades as state gears up for polls

Anwar: Johor gets RM16b federal allocation, more than its RM14b contribution

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim defended Putrajaya’s commitment to Johor, saying the state received RM16 billion in federal allocations over three years, outstripping its RM14 billion contribution, while stressing respect for HRH the Crown Prince of Johor amid political contestation

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The Formula for F1’s return to Sepang – Dr Helmy Haja Mydin

The biggest race turnout at the SIC to date is enough cause to consider a resurrection of the Malaysian GP

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Shadow AI in public sector raises questions over governance and data security – KV Soon

Concerns emerge over the use of AI agents linked to an official work email, highlighting the need for stronger oversight, accountability and safeguards