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By Suhaily Shahimi In today’s fast-paced, data-driven world, the role of internal auditors is evolving rapidly. As organizations face increasing expectations for transparency, accountability, and risk management, auditors are no longer confined to manual checklists and retrospective reviews. Instead, they are expected to harness advanced technologies, analyze large datasets, and provide real-time insights. This shift […]

By Cheah Chia Wei Recently I had to go to the hospital for a routine check-up. I can see many elderly (above 60 years old) are accompanied by a family member, there are also a few who came on their own. I can’t help thinking how I will be when i reach to that age…

By Nahrizul Adib Kadri Here’s something we don’t say often enough: This is the first time any of us are alive. This version of life we’re living — this body, this age, these people, these joys, these struggles — we’re experiencing it all for the very first time. No rehearsals. No user manual. Just a

The UM robot changing Malaysian fish farming By Nuradila Zahirah Mohd Azmi In the quiet townships of Pahang, something remarkable is happening beneath the still surface of fish ponds. Where once farmers relied entirely on manual labour to clean water and monitor quality, a new innovation is gliding across the pond — powered not by

By Sakinah Abdul Samad “Madam, ChatGPT said we can use Contingent Kafalah for Buy Now Pay Later.” That was the confident remark from one of my students after class recently. When I asked her for the source of this information, she paused and admitted she wasn’t sure. “I just got it from ChatGPT,” she replied.

By Nor Syadza Zamani Each year, thousands of students across Malaysia receive their UPU placement results—marking a milestone that is often met with a complex mix of emotions. For some, there is excitement and relief. For others, there is confusion, doubt, or even quiet disappointment. What makes this period particularly difficult is the pressure to

By Shazlin Niza Ab Razak More Malaysians are turning to TikTok and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve their English. From short grammar videos to interactive chatbots offering real-time feedback, digital platforms are reshaping how English is learned, helping learners build clarity and confidence. But how reliable are these tools? Can short videos and AI-generated responses

By Dalilawati Zainal  As Malaysia gears up for Visit Malaysia 2026, attention is turning to the hotel industry, being one of the tourism sector’s key pillars. Experts are calling for strategic reforms to ensure digital transformation supports long-term sustainability. This article focuses on hotels, which play a vital role in shaping visitor experiences, promoting national

Why we can’t wait for the next tragedy By Mohd Zaidi Md Zabri On June 9, fifteen Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students were killed and 33 others injured when a chartered bus plunged off a hillside near KM53 of the East–West Highway. They were on their way back to campus after the Aidiladha holidays.

By Rafidah Lani Malaysia is currently experiencing prolonged periods of extreme heat, and while much of the public concern has focused on heatstroke and energy consumption, another pressing issue is unfolding quietly: an increase in mosquito activity, particularly the Aedes species responsible for dengue transmission. These rising temperatures are not just a discomfort—they are accelerating