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By Noor Ismawati Jaafar In today’s fast-moving world, a strange new term is now making waves: “trustless society”. At first glance, it sounds like a dystopian nightmare which refers to a world where no one trusts anyone. But the truth is more complicated and, in some ways, already a part of our lives. A trustless […]

By: Datin Sri Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Hanim Binti Dato Mohamad Zailani  Malaysia has stepped up efforts to reduce poverty in recent years through targeted social protection programmes, particularly those aimed at the B40 income category. However, the effectiveness and breadth of these programmes are called into question since growing living expenses continue to strain all

Breaking the silence around men’s mental health By Nurfilzah Emily Mohamad Khairuddin Many men carry storms in their hearts that no one sees, just because our world often expects them to be silent warriors: strong, unshaken, and always composed. They walk through life bearing the weight of pain, pressure, expectations and grief all while being

How waste can build wealth   By: Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim In recent years, the concept of a circular economy has captured the imagination of policymakers, businesses, and environmentalists worldwide. It promises a world where products are designed to last, materials are reused, and waste is minimized — a refreshing alternative to the extractive, waste-heavy

Why Gen Z is putting employers’ green cred to the test By Ts. Elman Mustafa El Bakri  Putting a recycling bin in the pantry doesn’t make you a green company anymore. That may have been acceptable a decade ago, but today’s workforce—particularly Gen Z—is far more discerning. They are no longer content with symbolic gestures.

By Sheila Ramalingam Over the years, I have had the privilege of observing many bright, responsible, and driven students step into leadership roles within the faculty, university, and even at the national level. These young individuals – Malaysia’s future leaders – often organise forums, dialogues, and conferences that aim to confront current national and global

By: Datin Sri Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Hanim Binti Dato Mohamad Zailani   Food security has become a significant concern in Malaysia, particularly concerning current global developments. Rising costs and a reliance on imports make it harder for many Malaysians, especially those in the B40 category who are already impoverished, to obtain reasonably priced, wholesome food. The

By: Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim We are standing at the threshold of a new era, one not merely defined by technological advancement, but by the rise of intelligence itself. The Intelligent Age, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and automation, is quietly transforming how societies function, how economies grow, and how nations govern.

By: Datin Sri Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Hanim Dato Mohamad Zailani   The impact of climate change is most noticeable among Malaysia’s vulnerable groups, especially in rural and coastal locations where environmental concerns and poverty coexist. In areas like Kelantan and Pahang, unpredictable rainfall patterns and increasingly severe floods impact agriculture and livelihoods, making matters worse for

By: Bazli Razak  AMPANG, 29 May 2025 – A total of 22 lecturers and teachers from Uzbekistan participated in an intensive professional training programme organised by Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), which was held over two weeks from 15 to 29 May at Hotel Grand Barakah, Ampang, Selangor. The Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Malaysia, His Excellency