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Curtin’s The Great Escape camp in Miri inspires future university students

Curtin University Malaysia's 'The Great Escape' (TGE 2025) camp provided over 100 secondary school students from Miri with an immersive university experience. Initiated in 2014 by Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, the annual camp offers workshops, interactive sessions, and team-building activities to foster academic and personal growth. The program exposes students to campus culture, academic activities, and student life, equipping them with essential skills for their future.

Lelaki maut dipercayai dipatuk haiwan berbisa dalam bilik air

A 57-year-old man died in Kampung Payung, Setiu, after being bitten by an unidentified venomous animal in his bathroom. The victim, Abdul Kadir Setapa, was found weak by his nephew after his wife, who was at work, was informed of the incident. He was rushed to the hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. Abdul Kadir had a history of heart disease and asthma. Police are investigating the cause of death and a post-mortem will be conducted.

Malaysia akan ke Myanmar bincang isu krisis secara terus dengan SAC

Malaysia will visit Myanmar to continue negotiations aimed at resolving the ongoing crisis impacting ASEAN. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan stated this after gathering input from various stakeholders, including ethnic groups. Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair, plans to present these concerns to Myanmar's State Administration Council (SAC). Mohamad emphasized the need for ongoing dialogue to build understanding and establish bridges between conflicting parties. He highlighted ASEAN's responsibility to address the crisis, citing its spillover effects like refugees and cross-border crime, and reiterated the importance of adhering to the Five-Point Consensus.

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AI in classrooms? Use your head, not just the tool, says S’wak minister

Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin cautioned teachers to use AI tools judiciously in education. While acknowledging the benefits of technology and AI in modern teaching, he emphasized the importance of maintaining a balance to prevent over-reliance and ensure students develop critical thinking skills. He highlighted the risk of AI undermining genuine academic effort and stressed the need for thoughtful integration of technology in the classroom. Lee also recognized the increasing demands on teachers to adapt to digital teaching methods and presented awards to outstanding educators.

Ikan keli dicuri 3 lelaki tidak berpakaian

CCTV footage captured three naked men stealing approximately 20 kilograms of catfish from a fish farm in Lumajang, East Java, Indonesia on May 15th. This was the fifth such incident at the farm owned by Badrus. Instead of reporting to the police, Badrus shared the video on social media hoping to shame the thieves and deter future thefts.

MRC Sibu calls on Deputy Premier to seek stronger support for humanitarian efforts

The Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) Sibu Chapter met with Sarawak's Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian to discuss challenges and request increased support for their humanitarian work. Chairman Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee expressed gratitude for Dr Sim's ongoing support, emphasizing its importance for the sustainability of MRC's services in Sibu. The visit also provided the MRC delegation with insights into Sarawak's administrative and legislative processes. MRC Sibu highlighted the visit as a symbol of collaboration between community organizations and leadership.

Fully-funded higher education soon for Sarawakian workers, says Sagah

The Sarawak government will soon offer fully-funded higher education to Sarawakian workers in both public and private sectors. This initiative, separate from the existing Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) for school students, aims to provide opportunities for working adults to pursue full-time degrees and improve their qualifications. Applicants must secure a place at a university before applying for the funding, which will be available at state-owned institutions like Swinburne, Curtin, and UTS. There's no age limit, but applicants must have 'K' status on their MyKad. The Premier announced this initiative on May 18th.

Cannes Film Festival hit by city-wide power outage, closing ceremony to proceed as planned

The 78th Cannes Film Festival concluded despite a power outage caused by a suspected arson attack. Films about political prisoners, despotism, and fractured families are among the Palme d'Or contenders. Iranian director Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just an Accident" and Ukrainian director Sergei Loznitsa's "Two Prosecutors" are highly rated, but Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value" received a 19-minute standing ovation and is also a strong contender. The festival was marked by political discussions about the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, as well as US President Donald Trump.

Lelaki bagi ular makan kucing

A man in Indonesia sparked outrage after feeding a live cat to his pet python. A video circulating online shows the cat being constricted by the snake. The man can be heard laughing and commenting on the "expensive" meal. The video, viewed over 105,000 times, drew widespread condemnation from netizens. Animal welfare organization Rumah Singgah Clow filed a police report, and authorities are investigating.

Malaysia Masters: Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik stun Denmark’s top seeds to set up all-Malaysian final against Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun

Malaysian men's doubles pairs Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun will face off in the Malaysia Masters final, guaranteeing the country its first title in the category in 12 years. Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, the fourth seeds, defeated top-seeded defending champions Kim Astrup-Anders Skaarup Rasmussen of Denmark 21-19, 17-21, 21-15 in a thrilling semi-final. The 2022 world champions rallied from a slow start to secure their spot in the final.

Polis siasat insiden majikan kasari pekerja

Police in Ipoh, Malaysia are investigating an incident of alleged assault by an employer against his employee in Taman Rishah. A police report was filed by the 24-year-old victim, leading to an investigation under Section 323 of the Penal Code. The incident gained attention after a video went viral online.

Gelaran Malaysia Masters dalam genggaman

Malaysia has secured the men's doubles title at the 2025 Malaysia Masters as two Malaysian pairs, Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun, will face each other in the final. World No. 3 Aaron-Wooi Yik reached their first final in this tournament after defeating the defending champions. This guarantees a Malaysian victory.

National top women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-Thinaah dream ends in Malaysia Masters semi-final heartbreak

Malaysia's top women's doubles pair, Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah, lost their semi-final match against China's Jia Yi Fan-Zhang Shu Xian at the Malaysia Masters 2025. Despite strong home support and fresh off a win at the Thailand Open, they were defeated 16-21, 21-15, 14-21. This is their second consecutive loss to the Chinese pair. While disappointed, they acknowledged their effort and praised their opponents' skills. They remain silent on their future with the Badminton Association of Malaysia after reports of their contract ending. Their next tournament is the Singapore Open 2025.

Penyertaan Timor Leste dalam ASEAN antara dibincang SOM

The ASEAN Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) focused on strengthening ASEAN's work under Malaysia's chairmanship until the end of the year. Discussions included Timor Leste's membership application, the ASEAN Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone, and other initiatives under the ASEAN Regional Forum. Malaysian Foreign Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin highlighted these key topics.

Lelaki lamar teman wanita berlatarbelakangkan puting beliung

Matt Michell proposed to his girlfriend, Becky Patel, with a tornado as a backdrop in Oklahoma. Patel shared her excitement on Facebook, calling it an "epic proposal." The couple, who got engaged on May 18th, captured the moment with a photo featuring the tornado. Michell, a storm chaser from Illinois, works as a navigator for Tempest Tours, a tornado-chasing company. Patel, originally from Canada, expressed her joy and love for Michell.

A club punching above its weight: Nottingham Forest chase Champions League dream after stunning revival

Nottingham Forest, after years of struggling in lower leagues, are on the brink of qualifying for the Champions League for the first time in over 40 years. Lifelong fan and author Matthew Oldroyd reflects on the club's difficult past, making the current success under manager Nuno Espirito Santo even sweeter. Forest, who won the European Cup in 1979 and 1980, face Chelsea in a crucial final match with Champions League qualification on the line.

A club punching above its weight: Nottingham Forest chase Champions League dream after stunning revival

Nottingham Forest, after years of struggling in lower leagues, are on the verge of clinching a Champions League spot for the first time in over 40 years. Lifelong fan and author Matthew Oldroyd reflects on the club's difficult past, making the current success under manager Nuno Espirito Santo even sweeter. Forest's remarkable turnaround sees them doubling their points tally from last season, culminating in a final match against Chelsea with Champions League qualification at stake.