Education news in Desa Mutiara
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Education Ministry acknowledges two PISA 2025 warnings on cyberbullying and parental support
The government has acknowledged two warnings from the PISA 2025 report concerning cyberbullying and parental support for students. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the decline in Mathematics scores and parental involvement need serious attention. She spoke after officiating the 51st Prime Minister's Cup Debate Final at Multimedia University, Cyberjaya.
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SMSS wins 51st Prime Minister's Cup Malay debate
In Cyberjaya, Sekolah Menengah Sains Selangor (SMSS) won the 51st Prime Minister's Cup Malay-language debate after a 17-year wait, beating Sekolah Menengah Sains Alam Shah. Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah took the English category, with each champion team receiving RM51,000 and the best debater RM2,000.
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UPM farm boy leads team to Formula SAE Japan 2026
Aliman Zafran Yuslaimi, 23, from Subang, Selangor, started by repairing an old motorcycle engine at his family's oil palm estate in Kampung Serigala, Hulu Bernam. He now captains the Putra Motorsport Team from Universiti Putra Malaysia, which competed at Formula SAE Japan 2026 in Aichi, Japan, last August.
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Monash, Sunway, Taylor's launch Triple Alliance to boost university collaboration
Monash University Malaysia, Sunway University and Taylor's University have formally launched their Triple Alliance partnership at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre in Sunway Square. The alliance aims to foster collaboration in education, research, and community initiatives, with plans for cross-campus learning and joint research projects. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir called the launch an important milestone for Malaysian higher education.
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Sabah Tshung Tsin Secondary School wins National Science Challenge for first time in 31 years
Sabah Tshung Tsin Secondary School's student team won the 2026 National Science Challenge, marking Sabah's first national title in the competition in 31 years. The final was held in Shah Alam, Selangor, and the team received the Prime Minister's Challenge Trophy.
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Over 400 students join PKSK prep workshop at Universiti Malaya
Over 400 students attended the PKSK Merdeka 2026 workshop held at Universiti Malaya (UM). Organized by Fly High Education Centre, the event featured child singer Anggrek Adenan and a letter-writing session for mothers. The annual program aims to boost students' confidence before the PKSK exam scheduled to begin on October 7.
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RM113,500 in study aid given to 308 students in Sungai Buloh
A total of 308 students in the Sungai Buloh parliamentary constituency received RM113,500 in early higher education assistance. The aid was handed out at the PTPK Care Carnival in Sungai Buloh to help ease the financial burden on students' families.
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UPSI alumni urges students to boldly explore new ideas for world stage
At Tanjung Malim, UPSI alumnus Datuk Dr Ahmad Sani Araby shared his life journey with over 200 new students at the Kem Bina Bitara Insan camp. He stressed the importance of daring to explore new ideas and mastering English to stand out internationally.
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400 pupils mark National Day with PKSK preparation programme at UM
A two-day PKSK preparation programme for 400 primary school students was held at Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, coinciding with National Day celebrations. The event, organised by Fly High Education Centre, featured patriotic activities, motivational sessions, and a special appearance by nine-year-old Anggrek binti Adenan.