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LUMUT, Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB) has allocated RM430,000 to implement a corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme that can have a positive impact on the community and environment, every year. Its chief executive officer, Zulkiflee Omar said the water asset management company’s commitment to CSR, with the concept of ‘environmental and social’, was started in 2019 and has since involved various groups in most states in the country. “In 2019, we started with the organisation of the ‘CSR School Sustainability Programme’. Then in 2022, we implemented the Green Mosque Campaign CSR Programme which involved upgrading water facilities in nine mosques

KUALA LUMPUR, Himpunan Gerakan Islam Malaysia (HIKAM) is urging the authorities to conduct a comprehensive investigation into GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH), and hoped that it would be conducted transparently and fairly. HIKAM, comprising of Wadah Pencerdasan Umat Malaysia (WADAH), Pertubuhan IKRAM Malaysia (IKRAM), Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (ABIM) and Pertubuhan Himpunan Lepasan Institusi Pendidikan Malaysia (HALUAN), issued a joint statement urging for immediate legal action should there be any violation be found. ‘HIKAM supports Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s statement on the immediate investigation into GISBH and welcomes the recent instructions of Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department

PETALING JAYA, Local cinema operator Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Taylor’s University, through its School of Media and Communication, to collaborate in nurturing future film industry talent. GSC said the partnership would benefit students of the Bachelor of Mass Communication (Hons) (Digital Media Production) programme, providing them with opportunities such as in-depth mentorship, interactive workshops, guest lectures, and screening opportunities for student films at GSC locations. ‘As a homegrown brand, GSC has continuously championed local films with its #GSCKeepingitREEL efforts, including co-producing, investing, and advocating for local titles to elevate the local film

PUTRAJAYA, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) launched the Blue Economy Advancement Centre today in an effort to strengthen the country’s position and role in driving blue economy in the region and internationally. Its vice chancellor, Prof Dr Zamri Ibrahim said that the growth of blue economy globally demands that Malaysia craft a long-term strategy capable of driving economic growth, new jobs and to protect marine ecosystems. “This is where UMT plays a vital role as a knowledge centre that will connect academics, researchers and industry players to develop practical solutions that have high impact on the marine sector and community. “Through

SIBU, The Sekolah Kebangsaan Abang (SK) Ali Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG) today presented cash aid to 10 families who were affected by the blaze in Kampung Hilir yesterday. SK Abang Ali PIBG chairman Datuk Mohamad Yusnar Matalie said they contributed RM500 to each family to help ease their burden after losing their homes in the fire. He said 13 pupils from the 10 families are students of the school. Built in 1890, it is the oldest primary school in Sibu. “In addition, the pupils, who are also SK Abang Ali Cooperatives members, will also receive additional cash aid of RM200 each,’