Local authorities should prioritize emergency management education in schools to equip children with skills to handle emergencies. Schools can conduct drills or send out reminders about what to do in different scenarios, such as earthquakes, floods, and fires. For example, Ashley, a 17-year-old student from Kuala Lumpur, participated in The Star's Newspaper-in-Education (Star-NiE) programme, which promotes English language learning nationwide.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/education/2025/05/11/are-you-emergency-readyTeachers in Malaysia's government quarters face numerous problems due to poor maintenance and infrastructure. In Johor, residents have complained about rundown living conditions, including broken ceilings and leaking roofs, despite monthly deductions from their housing allowances. Electrical wiring is often compromised, leading to damage during thunderstorms. Stray animals such as wild boars and monkeys cause damage, while some units are so dilapidated that they cannot be assigned to new tenants. In Sabah, a teacher was initially assigned a run-down house with poor living conditions before being transferred to a better flat after an appeal. The state government has acknowledged the issue, but efforts to improve conditions have been slow, prompting calls for immediate intervention.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/05/11/teachers-quarters-in-shamblesThe Government Associate College for Women in Rawalpindi achieved a perfect score in the 2025 ADP results, with student Areeba Noor securing the highest CGPA of 3.91. The college's Principal, Sameera Hameed, attributed the success to faculty dedication and students' hard work, particularly in adapting to the new semester system.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1310403-women-college-achieves-100pc-success-in-adp-examsTamil Nadu has achieved number one status in industrial growth in India with a total of 897 Memoranda of Understanding signed, creating employment for over 32.23 lakh people and contributing to an economic growth rate of 9.69%. The state's export value increased from $26.16 billion USD in 2020-21 to $52.07 billion USD in 2024-25, with electronic goods being the top contributor. The DMK government's initiatives such as Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam and Kalaignar Kanavu Illam have driven development, while Tamil Nadu boasts a higher education enrolment rate of 51.3% compared to the national average of 26%. The state has also seen significant reductions in crime rates, with no deaths in police custody since August 2022 and a lower crime rate against women at 24 per lakh population.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/tamil-nadu-government-lists-its-achievements-in-the-past-four-years/article69563780.eceThe UK government plans to restrict skilled worker visas to graduate-level jobs, ending its current "free market experiment" in mass immigration. The move aims to force businesses to prioritize training local workers, as the government deems the current system ineffective.
https://www.asiaone.com/world/uk-plans-end-failed-free-market-experiment-immigrationThe British government plans to overhaul its immigration system by restricting skilled worker visas to graduate-level jobs, while forcing businesses to increase training for local workers. This move aims to restore control and order to the system, following pressure from Prime Minister Keir Starmer to cut net migration. The changes will be part of a policy document set to be published on Monday, which also includes plans to issue skilled visas only in areas critical to the nation's industrial strategy.
https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3309888/uk-toughen-skilled-worker-visa-rules-immigration-overhaul?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionUkraine and Moldova have agreed to establish a framework for bilateral cooperation in education, including joint research projects, knowledge-sharing, and the exchange of best practices. The agreement was signed by Ukrainian Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi and Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi, with the goal of facilitating educational programs and recognizing diplomas and academic degrees between both countries.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3991415-government-endorses-agreement-with-turkiye-on-education-cooperation.htmlThe US government has issued a memo outlining its approach for reviewing content, requiring all reviews to adhere to a "viewpoint-neutral" stance as defined in Executive Orders 14168 and 13950. This means that reviewers must focus on verifiable facts and avoid promoting or criticizing specific ideologies or groups, such as those related to gender identity or race.
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/05/10/Pentagon-orders-military-libraries-remove-books-diversity-racism-gender-issues/1041746897357/A viral post on a popular platform shared by ZeaFLEXop123456 in an Indian workplace discussed managing conflict and maintaining morale in challenging environments. The user advised speaking up in meetings, regardless of seniority, while another user warned that seniors often abandon their juniors when mistakes are made, highlighting the importance of empathy and proper mentorship in corporate settings.
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