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The Star
05-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Ministry tells VCs to assess SST expansion impact on students
SUNGAI PETANI: The Higher Education Ministry has instructed university vice-chancellors to conduct a detailed study to assess the impact of the expanded scope of the Sales and Services Tax (SST) on their students. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said the objective of the study is to determine whether the SST expansion, which came into effect on July 1, has directly or indirectly contributed to higher learning costs. "We will examine in detail what is meant by the alleged increase in costs. What has been announced by the government relates to higher fees for international students coming to study in Malaysia due to increased tariffs or taxes on their education," he said. "We've already communicated this matter and gathered feedback. However, there may be other elements, either directly or indirectly, affecting local students as well," said Zambry, who is also Barisan Nasional secretary-general and Umno supreme council member, to reporters after officiating the Merbok Umno division meeting here Saturday (June 5). Expanding on the matter, Zambry said the study would cover all aspects related to student learning, including utility costs such as electricity for those living in rental housing. Previously, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Student Representative Council president Mohamad Amar Aidid Mohd Zain was reported as saying that the expanded scope of SST, effective since Tuesday, was believed to have financial implications for students. According to Mohamad Amar Aidid, the inclusion of digital subscriptions, electronic repairs, laundry services and online purchases under the SST has had a direct impact on students' cost of living. Meanwhile, Zambry said the Malaysian Higher Education Blueprint 2025-2035, developed by the ministry, has been finalised and is expected to be launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim this November. On reports of university students being diagnosed with HIV, Zambry said the ministry is leaving it to the respective institutions to monitor the situation and take appropriate action. - Bernama
The Sun
05-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
MOHE directs VCs to study SST impact on university students
SUNGAI PETANI: The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) has instructed university vice-chancellors to conduct a detailed study to assess the impact of the expanded scope of the Sales and Services Tax (SST) on their students. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said the objective of the study is to determine whether the SST expansion, which came into effect on July 1, has directly or indirectly contributed to higher learning costs. 'We will examine in detail what is meant by the alleged increase in costs. What has been announced by the government relates to higher fees for international students coming to study in Malaysia due to increased tariffs or taxes on their education,' he said. 'We've already communicated this matter and gathered feedback. However, there may be other elements, either directly or indirectly, affecting local students as well,' said Zambry, who is also Barisan Nasional secretary-general and Umno Supreme Council member, to reporters after officiating the Umno Merbok Division meeting here today. Expanding on the matter, Zambry said the study would cover all aspects related to student learning, including utility costs such as electricity for those living in rental housing. Previously, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Student Representative Council president Mohamad Amar Aidid Mohd Zain was reported as saying that the expanded scope of SST, effective since Tuesday, was believed to have financial implications for students. According to Mohamad Amar Aidid, the inclusion of digital subscriptions, electronic repairs, laundry services and online purchases under the SST has had a direct impact on students' cost of living. Meanwhile, Zambry said the Malaysian Higher Education Blueprint 2025–2035, developed by the ministry, has been finalised and is expected to be launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim this November. On reports of university students being diagnosed with HIV, Zambry said the ministry is leaving it to the respective institutions to monitor the situation and take appropriate action. - Bernama
Sinar Daily
18-06-2025
- Sinar Daily
82-year-old man arrested for dragging dog behind motorcycle
The elderly man was found to be suffering from dementia and memory loss, but admitted to dragging his pet dog, although he could not recall why he did so. 17 Jun 2025 10:44am Screenshots from a video of the incident. - Photo: FACEBOOK SUNGAI PETANI - An 82-year-old man has been arrested to assist in the investigation into a viral incident in which a dog was dragged behind a motorcycle in Bandar Puteri Jaya near here. Kuala Muda police chief ACP Hanyan Ramlan said the man was picked up at his home in Bandar Puteri Jaya at 8pm yesterday. "Police seized a red Honda EX5 motorcycle, a set of keys with a road tax, and a white helmet. "The man was brought to the Kuala Muda Police headquarters for further investigation. Checks revealed he has no prior criminal record," he said in a statement today. He said the elderly man was found to be suffering from dementia and memory loss, but admitted to dragging his pet dog, although he could not recall why he did so. "Further investigations are ongoing under Section 428 of the Penal Code, and the dog will be handed over to the Veterinary Department once medical treatment is completed," he said. In the incident, which occurred around 4.30pm on Sunday, the man was seen dragging his pet dog, which was tied to the back of his motorcycle, along the road, causing injuries to the animal before he was stopped by members of the public who witnessed the act. - BERNAMA More Like This
Straits Times
29-04-2025
- Straits Times
Elderly Malaysian driver suffers a stroke, crashes car into coffee shop, killing 1 diner
The 55-year-old woman was killed on the spot when a car crashed into the shop at about 9am. PHOTO: THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK SUNGAI PETANI - Saleswoman Han Chin Tin was enjoying her usual breakfast at a coffee shop in Jalan Taman Bersatu, when unfortunately, it turned out to be her last meal. The 55-year-old woman was killed on the spot when a car crashed into the shop at about 9am. The driver of the car suffered a stroke while behind the wheel, losing control of the vehicle. Kuala Muda OCPD assistant commissioner Wan Azharuddin Wan Ismail said on April 28 that Ms Han died at the scene, as she suffered injuries to her arms, legs, face and head. He added that the 68-year-old driver, also a woman, had suffered a minor stroke before she accidentally stepped on the vehicle's accelerator. She sustained injuries to her chest and legs. 'The driver suffered a minor stroke, causing her to lose control of her vehicle and veer into a coffee shop,' he said. The crash is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving, which carries a jail term of between five and 10 years, a fine of between RM20,000 (S$6,030) and RM50,000 and disqualification from holding or obtaining a driving licence for at least five years. THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
New Straits Times
27-04-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Kedah MB wants to follow Terengganu in banning vape sales
SUNGAI PETANI: Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said he wants to emulate the Terengganu government's move to ban electronic cigarette or vape sales. Sanusi said he would raise the matter at the state executive council meeting next week. "If possible, we want to emulate Terengganu's move. "I was told that vaping is hazardous, even more dangerous than cigarettes, due to chemical usage. "There is also concern over the abuse of 'magic mushrooms' among teenagers," he said after opening Akademi Darul Ilmi's tahfiz students' graduation ceremony here. Present were the state Education, Information and Religious Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Azam Abdul Samat and the academy's founder, Ustaz Mohamad Wadi Anuar Ayub. The use of "magic mushroom" vape products is emerging as a serious concern in Malaysia's illicit drug landscape. On Friday, the Terengganu government announced a statewide ban on the sale of electronic cigarette (vape) products at all premises starting Aug 1. Its state Local Government, Housing and Health Committee chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah said the decision was to curb the sale and use of vape products, which might have negative health effects on the younger generation. He was reported as saying that stern action would be taken against any vape business operators who defied the ban, under the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171) bylaws, including fines, seizures and court action.
