Primary Principal-SY 2026-2027

New Perlis panel to guide long-term growth strategy ahead of 2040 target

KANGAR, May 7 — The Perlis state government will establish the Perlis Transformation and Monitoring Steering Committee to formulate a more structured development direction for the state, in its bid to achieve developed…

“Small violin” for UK university funding woes as sector urged to rebuild trust

Published this week, Shared Institutions: Perspectives on the role of universities in national and local life draws on conversations with senior figures from higher education, politics and civil society. The report sets…

Oracy is the missing link for multilingual learners

Key points: Oracy helps students use their knowledge and communicate it Virtual art meets language learning: A tech-enhanced ESL experience 6 ways to make math more accessible for multilingual learners For more news on…

DG ISPR say Pakistan biggest ambassador of security in the region

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry is currently addressing a press conference. The deputy chief of naval staff (operations), Rear Admiral Shafaat Ali, and the deputy…

Novelist JM Coetzee declines to attend Jerusalem writers festival over ‘genocidal campaign in Gaza’

Novelist JM Coetzee declines to attend Jerusalem writers festival over ‘genocidal campaign in Gaza’ Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 05/07/2026 - 09:06 Nobel laureate warns former supporters of Israel are turning away…

Kinds of Thinking (& Prompts for More Thinking)

By: Dr. Tovah Sheldon Naming different kinds of thinking is not new, and neither is thinking about thinking. Yet, in today’s complex and fast-changing world, the ability to think well matters! It also matters that we…

Tennessee Tech University: A career-focused MBA built for real-world impact

There’s a version of MBAs that look great on paper – dense lectures, abstract frameworks, and concepts you’ll “apply someday” – but leave graduates scrambling to connect any of it to their actual careers. The Tennessee…

Hamas official confirms killing of leader’s son in Gaza City

Hamas official confirms killing of leader’s son in Gaza City Hamas official Basim Naim has confirmed the killing of the son of Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in an Israeli air strike on Gaza City, Al Jazeera reported.…

Lamar University: Take your engineering career to a higher pay grade with a master’s

Think your engineering career has gone a little stagnant? Well, think again. According to recent data, 75% of engineering master’s students secure jobs in specialised technical roles within six months of graduation.…

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait cut US base, airspace access, forcing pause of Trump's 'Project Freedom'

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait cut US base, airspace access, forcing pause of Trump's 'Project Freedom' US President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal on his “Project Freedom" plan to help ships go through the Strait of Hormuz came…

Why it is Time to Rewrite Africa’s Malaria Story

In Guinea-Bissau, malaria continues to place a heavy burden on families and health systems, underscoring the need for prevention, early treatment and stronger development-led responses. Credit: UNDP Guinea-Bissau By…

MCMC urges Malaysians to vote for nation’s shortlisted projects at WSIS Prizes 2026

PUTRAJAYA, May 7 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is calling on Malaysians to back the nation’s technological innovations and inclusive development efforts by voting for Malaysia’s…

Asia-wide pandemic preparedness programme earns Duke-NUS top Times Higher Education award

The Duke-NUS Medical School (Duke-NUS) has been honoured with the prestigious “Outstanding Contribution to Regional Development” award at the Times Higher Education Awards Asia 2026 ceremony that was held on 22 April…

Ghost of bungled primaries: Inside ODM plan to restore confidence in party polls

ODM's top leadership seek to ensure free and fair party primaries.

A breakthrough?

IT appears that despite confrontational rhetoric from both sides, a more long-term agreement on cessation of hostilities between the US and Iran may be within reach. Matters had heated up on Monday in what US President…

Pakatan rallies grassroots in Seremban rally after Negeri Sembilan political strain

SEREMBAN, May 7 — As the Pakatan Harapan–Barisan Nasional (PH-BN) coalition government in Negeri Sembilan regains its footing, senior Pakatan leaders have stepped up efforts to rally grassroots support following recent…

UCLA Medical School discriminates against White, Asian students, Justice Department finds

The U.S. Justice Department announced that its investigation determined the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California Los Angeles is engaging in racial discrimination in its admissions process.…

Victorian budget delivers $5.5b for education

The Victorian Budget for 2026/27 is being considered a win for education, with more than $5.5 billion in new investment across schools, early‑childhood learning and the state’s expanding Free TAFE system. Treasurer…

‘Stay prepared’: Pakatan leaders say N. Sembilan snap election could come anytime

SEREMBAN, May 7 — After weeks of political uncertainty in Negeri Sembilan, the Pakatan Harapan top leadership has urged supporters and residents to brace for a possible snap election, as its relationship with the…

Donovan’s Deep Dives: The special defense budget is a crucial test of KMT leadership and party unity