DBM backs ‘competitive’ compensation for teachers

MANILA – Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman on Saturday expressed support for initiatives that would ensure ‘competitive’ compensation for Filipino teachers.

This, as she hailed all educators in the country as the ‘unsung heroes who continue to tra…

Parents Should Spend More Time, Interact With Children – Wan Azizah

SEREMBAN, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail today advised parents to spend more time and interact with their children to forge a more harmonious relationship.

This, she said, can also help in dealing…

Uphold Etiquette In Bahasa Melayu To Preserve Dignity Of National Language – Experts

IPOH, The improper use of Bahasa Melayu, particularly on social media, has raised serious concerns among Malaysians, particularly when the national language, meant to symbolise identity and unity, is being misused to insult and demean others, ultimat…

Sarawak Premier Leads List Of 1,376 Recipients Of Sabah State Honours

KOTA KINABALU, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg leads the list of 1,376 recipients of Sabah state honours, decorations and medals in conjunction with the 71st Official Birthday Celebration of the Yang Dipertua Negeri Sabah, Tun Juhar Ma…

Selangor Govt Takes Seriously Lax Attitude Of Entrepreneurs Towards Halal Certification

SHAH ALAM, The Selangor government is taking seriously the complacent or unconcerned attitude towards halal certification requirements among entrepreneurs in the state.

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said data revealed most companies that r…

Anwar Stresses Need To Boost Malaysia-pakistan Military Ties – Radio Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, State-owned Radio Pakistan reported that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed the need for Malaysia and Pakistan to boost military ties.

It said Anwar, emphasised the ‘need for increasing bilateral ties, particularly military …

US brings emergency aid to ‘Julian’-hit northern Luzon

MANILA – The United States government is providing emergency aid and air transport support to the Philippines after the devastation brought about by Typhoon Julian, internationally known as Krathon.

The US Department of Defense (DOD) said Saturday t…