Plane crash tragedy left lasting mark on outgoing Shah Alam OCPD

SHAH ALAM: The 2023 plane crash in Shah Alam remains the most deeply impactful moment in the career of former Shah Alam OCPD Senior Asst Comm Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim, who described the tragedy as one that left a lasting mark on him as a district police chief. Reflecting on the incident during the handing over ceremony...

Nurturing talent for a brighter future

AS Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) graduates embark on their future, the decisions they make today will define the trajectory of their careers and lives. Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) offers a transformative journey, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to excel in a tech-driven world, not just for now but for the...

Experience vs education: Who’s better qualified?

IN today’s competitive job market, employers are constantly looking for the ideal candidate with the perfect combination of experience and relevant academic qualifications. But in reality, most employers will generally have to find a balance between the two factors. Hence, the age-old debate – does having a fancy degree land you the job? Or do years of...

Chinese Woman Has No Regrets Leaving Civil Service To Be Pig Farmer, Says There’s Less Stress When “Colleagues Are Not Human”

Would you take a substantial pay cut in exchange for a relatively stress-free work environment? Well, one lady from Yunnan, China did, and she has absolutely no regrets. The 26-year-old, who goes by the online moniker Song Song, graduated with a major in Chinese Language and Literature, and used to hold a well-paying job in the government sector. However,...

More non-bumis urged to join Armed Forces, says Tok Mat

PORT DICKSON: Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has called on more non-bumiputra citizens to join the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM), especially the Army. He said that despite various efforts to encourage the group’s participation in the ATM, the number of non-bumiputra personnel remains low, at around three per cent. Mohamad stressed that the support and encouragement...