Schools gain autonomy over attire and activities in hot weather
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Schools gain autonomy over attire and activities in hot weather

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek says schools can decide on uniforms and activities using health and weather guidelines to ensure student safetyNIBONG THICK: The Ministry of Education has reiterated that school administrators have full autonomy to manage student attire and activities during periods of hot weather. Minister Fadhlina Sidek said this decision-making power is guided by official advisories from the Malaysian Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Health. “The welfare, health and safety of students, teachers and all school staff is our primary concern,” she said. She emphasised that clear guidelines are in place for schools to handle operations during extreme heat. This includes allowing students to wear sports attire instead of their official school uniforms. School heads can also adjust or postpone physical activities based on real-time conditions. “School administrators have leeway to look at the situation from time...
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PM Modi’s visit to Malaysia yields 16 key outcomes—Full list from UPI for tourists, student scholarships and healthcare
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PM Modi’s visit to Malaysia yields 16 key outcomes—Full list from UPI for tourists, student scholarships and healthcare

India and Malaysia announced initiatives to enhance cooperation in defense, security, and trade following talks between PM Modi and Anwar Ibrahim. Commitments to counterterrorism and maritime security, with plans for collaboration in AI, semiconductors, and health.Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Malaysia's PM Anwar Ibrahim during their joint press statement, in Kuala Lumpur on 8 February. The two countries announced a host of cooperation and collaboration measures. (DPR PMO)India and Malaysia on 8 February unveiled multiple initiatives aimed at deepening cooperation between the countries in defence and security, semiconductors and trade segments. This came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to Malaysia, where he held wide-ranging talks with counterpart PM Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Modi said India and Malaysia share a “special relationship” and that both sides are committed...
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“No Longer Affiliated with Them”
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“No Longer Affiliated with Them”

Oluwaseyifunmi, the viral German language graduate from the University of Ibadan, has ended her affiliation with The German Language School due to concerns over the quality of its trial classes. She cited loss of audience trust and transparency as key reasons for her withdrawal.Oluwaseyifunmi, the University of Ibadan graduate who recently went viral for earning a degree in German, has announced her decision to sever ties with The German Language School, which had offered her a role following her online recognition. In a public statement, Oluwaseyifunmi explained that her decision was due to concerns over the quality and coordination of the school’s trial classes, which she had initially promoted after assessing them herself. She personally managed onboarding, communication, and follow-ups with participants, taking full responsibility for the process. However, she revealed that the trial sessions did not...
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