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A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok

The move to allow children to begin Year One schooling at the age of six is seen as an appropriate step, provided both parents and children are genuinely ready from next year. - Bernama photo

Children entering Year One early at the age of six (5+), starting from the 2027 session, are expected to complete upper secondary education at 16, according to the Education Ministry (MOE). Photo for illustrative purposes only - Bernama FILE PIX

Fully enforced from Oct 1, 2025, the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 is expected to curb unhealthy smoking-related activities in Malaysia - including the use of electronic cigarettes or vape - especially among minors, and ultimately pave the way for a smoke-free Malaysia or an ‘endgame generation’. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay

The early admission of six-year-old children into Year One will be implemented flexibly, as it is not mandatory and will only involve parents and pupils who are ready. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Bernama FILE PIX

A primary school headmaster in Sri Aman and his wife were found dead with serious injuries to their bodies at a house in Taman Mutiara, Jalan Brayun, Sri Aman, early this morning.

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek speaks at a press conference after attending the 2026 New Year's Address Ceremony at the Education Ministry today. Photo by Bernama

An Indonesian religious teacher was sentenced to eight years’ imprisonment and six strokes of the cane by the Sessions Court after pleading guilty to two charges of committing physical sexual assault against a male student last year.

Al-Biruni, the ninth AYG branch, serves as a youth interaction centre and a safe space for teenagers and the local community. Photo: Facebook Adab Youth Garage (AYG)

The increasingly bold behaviour of lorry drivers who provoke other road users simply because they drive large vehicles has raised public concern. - (From left: Norafizah, Rani and Chia)