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KOTA BHARU, Angkatan Koperasi Kebangsaan Malaysia Berhad (Angkasa) is doubling its efforts to discover new talents for more prestigious petanque tournaments both locally and internationally. Angkasa deputy president Dr Azlan Yahya said that its annual tournament has produced many athletes from Angkasa members who have gone on to represent their states and the country in the sport at higher levels. “This tournament, now in its 34th year, has become one of the platforms for discovering new talents, including from youth cooperatives and schools. “Some previous participants have competed in the SEA Games, and some even became champions at the Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants students who are huffaz (Quran memorisers) to be equipped with true Islamic teachings to prepare them to face groups that are Islamophobic and those who sow hatred through Islam in the country. He said this is because Islam in the country is at a crossroads due to these groups which tarnished the sanctity of Islam. “That’s why these children (huffaz) continue to be the focus of our practice. (I’m) confident our future is bright. Hold firm to the belief that the message of Islam is the truth, the message of Islam

NILAI, Educational leaders need to enhance their efficiency in addressing the challenges of digital technology transformation to ensure the country’s education system remains relevant and competitive, said Education director-general Azman Adnan. He said that educational leaders, including principals and headmasters (PGB) can no longer rely solely on traditional methods and must instead formulate new strategies incorporating digital technology in line with the current development in education. ‘PGB must set a strong example in utilising digital technology and demonstrate a high level of commitment to encouraging its use among educators,’ he said in his speech when officiating the 23rd Aminuddin Baki

SERDANG, The government is planning several mega projects in the agricultural sector, including the first phase of a large-scale padi cultivation initiative, with a total project value of RM5 billion, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, said the project aims to boost padi yields and improve the livelihoods of local farmers. ‘KPKM (Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security) is focusing on increasing the nation’s rice production. This is crucial for enhancing the welfare of our farmers and ensuring food security,’ he said in his speech at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition

KUALA LUMPUR, The local rubber market is expected to trade higher next week due to uncertainties caused by bad weather conditions, which could boost both demand and prices, said industry expert Denis Low. He noted that Typhoon Yagi had triggered severe flooding and landslides in the rubber producing region, along with heavy rainfall which hampered rubber production. ‘The Thailand Meteorological Department forecasted more torrential rain nationwide from Sept 13, 2024, and urged residents to be cautious of flash floods and forest runoffs. ‘Hence, the market is poised to see lower output during these rainy spells and this would push up