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PIBGN: Parents, teachers must step up efforts to curb school bullying

PIBGN president Mohamad Ali Hasan says schools need stronger early intervention, better-trained teachers and greater parental involvement to address bullying

Education Ministry to roll out safety reforms as school violence sparks national alarm: Fadhlina

Fadhlina Sidek pledges urgent intervention and mental health support following a spate of tragic incidents in Malaysian schools, including fatal assaults and sexual violence

MOE plans anti-bullying law, tightens school safety measures: Wong

The Education Ministry is set to introduce sweeping reforms to curb bullying in schools, including an Anti-Bullying Bill and stronger disciplinary safeguards, as part of efforts to create a safer and more compassionate learning environment

‘It was a birthday prank’: Miri IKBN student bullying case closed with no further action

Police say viral video of student being rammed into a pole was a consensual prank, but institute and ministry vow disciplinary action against those involved

Zara Qairina probe reveals bullying, sexual harassment as minister rejects cover-up claims

Saifuddin Nasution says police found evidence of abuse and mishandling but denies rumours linking case to high-profile figures

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

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

Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period