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Daily war: How Malaysians fight rising costs
Rising living costs have transformed everyday budgeting into a high-stakes battle for Malaysians. Households now…
Unity in frames: The enduring power of PETRONAS ‘iklan Raya’
As the holy month of Ramadan ended and now Syawal is celebrated, a familiar anticipation…
Beyond the static archive: Reimagining Malaysian Higher Education for an AI era
The era of predictable, linear evolution in higher education has ended. We are no longer…
The rule of law: Why it matters and why citizens must uphold it
In recent months, Malaysia has experienced various public debates, controversies, and legal disputes that have…
Beneath the floodwaters: Smart Tech safeguards geostructures
With urban areas increasingly unable to absorb heavy rainfall, continued construction in vulnerable zones could…
Beyond likes and views: Rethinking the influence of social media on youth values
In today’s digital age, social media has become deeply embedded in everyday life. It shapes…
Beyond lectures and grades: The moral responsibility of university educators in forming character through hidden curriculum
When we talk about education, we often focus on results – grades, employability, rankings and…
Lifelines underground: Fixing Malaysia’s water crisis from the ground up
Nearly a third of Malaysia’s water pipelines have exceeded their intended lifespan, with ageing asbestos…
Engineered stability of the 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award in Penang’s historical shore
The upgrading of Penang Esplanade’s seawall and promenade has won the 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award…
Robots are coming…will Malaysia build them or buy them?
Malaysia’s factories, warehouses and even hospitals are slowly stepping into a new technological phase. Around…
Trash to trouble underground: How e-waste is weakening Malaysia’s ground
There is a raising alarm over Malaysia’s growing electronic waste or more commonly known as…
UTHM strengthens international collaboration with Russian University of Transport (RUT)
by Ir. Ts. Mustapha Kamil Omran, Dr. Reventheran A/L Ganasan PAGOH, JOHOR – The Faculty of…
Leachate migration: The seeping danger underground
As Malaysia targets cleaner rivers and stricter environmental compliance by 2030, landfill leachate has emerged…
Piping, pressure and progress: Lessons from Malaysia’s rock-armoured embankment collapse in Kuala Nerus
It was recently reported that in late September 2025, a newly completed coastal embankment along…
Reframing English language teaching in higher education through the Tauhidic paradigm
In universities today, English is often treated as a passport to employment. Students are told…
Elevated disaster risks amid Northeast Monsoon and La Niña : A geotechnical insight for public preparedness
Strengthening Malaysia’s disaster early warning system with improved forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency has been…
SRIPE 2026: FAST young researchers highlight innovation potential
by Dr. Hana Syafiqah Sayeed Ibrahim,Ts. Dr. Salasiah Mohamad PAGOH – The Faculty of Applied…
Tea ceremony brings Mandarin learning to life beyond the classroom
Language learning is often associated with textbooks, examinations, and classroom drills. However, educators are increasingly…
Understanding population ageing and its implications for digital public service delivery in Malaysia
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 6 people worldwide will be aged…
FAST UTHM strengthens global collaboration with the Philippines through mobility induction programme
by Dr. Farawahida Abdul Halim, Ts. Dr. Nur Hafizah Malik, Dr. Noorakmar Ab Wahab PAGOH,…
UTHM strengthens international railway collaboration through the China–Malaysia TVET industry–education alliance
by Assoc. Prof. Dr Nor Aziati Abdul Hamid LIUZHOU, CHINA – Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia…
UTHM green initiative utilises Miyawaki method to spearhead biodiversity restoration in Pagoh
by Ts. Dr. Salasiah Mohamad PAGOH, – The Community Alliance for Restoration & Enhanced Sequestration (CARES)…
Turning the page, together
As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves slowing down, if…
When weariness becomes wisdom: Rethinking age, validation, and self-worth
Growing older is often assumed to be synonymous with becoming wiser. Yet lived experience suggests…
A historical milestone: UTHM officially launches UNESCO Chair on TVET educators
by Dr. Siti Noor Fauziah Abd Rahim Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) marked a…
Confidence before the click: Inclusive learning, personal learning environments, and Malaysia’s ASEAN education vision
A Malaysian secondary student might revise a Sejarah chapter from the official textbook, then watch…
UTHM-UNEVOC Centre organizes capacity development programme for TVTO/ITC manager in Singapore and Malaysia
by Dr. Siti Noor Fauziah Abd Rahim The UNEVOC Centre at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn…
FAST’s initiative to make food technology learning more enjoyable
by Dr. Farawahida Abdul Halim The Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (FAST), Universiti Tun Hussein…
Soil, science and survival: How engineering battles “desertification” in tropical Malaysia
The Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof in his opening speech…
High water ahead: Sustainable ways Malaysia can battle king tides
Recently, The Malaysian Civil Defence Forces in Melaka have stepped up preparations ahead of the…
The invisible erosion crisis with highly visible outcomes when the river runs murky
On 2 October 2025, the International Space Station (ISS) released a striking orbital image showing…
Engaging a meaningful communication through language and culture
Language can be broadly defined as a tool for communication; it can allow people to…
How social media changes the way graduates celebrate convocation
Convocation ceremonies have always been important moments for graduates and their families. They symbolise years…
Broken English, broken confidence
In Malaysia, English has long carried a weight that goes beyond mere grammar and vocabulary.…
UTHM students expand global exposure through academic visit to China and Hong Kong
by Ts. Dr. Chan Shiau Wei, Ts. Debie Devisser Gerijih, Tay Yi Sin CHINA –…
Excavation safety in practice: Barriers, machines and the human cost of oversight
The quiet of Iskandar Puteri (Johor Baru) construction site shattered one night in early September…
Safety oversight turns excavation site deadly: It is a sad tragedy…
In an incident just happened last month in Cybersouth, has underscored the critical importance of…
When fear silences talent: The hidden barrier facing TVET graduates
In Malaysia’s journey toward becoming a future-ready, innovation-driven nation, Technical and Vocational Education and Training…
The silent giant that holds back the tide: Crib walls…an ingenious wall blending in with nature
Standing on a coastal road carved into a steep seaside slope, it is easy to…
15 UTHM students awarded China CLEC scholarship for four-week study programme in China
by Yeoh Li Cheng Fifteen students from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) were awarded…
UTHM and Singapore Polytechnic strengthen collaboration through MoU signing
by Ts. Dr. Jong Siat Ling SINGAPORE, 2 October 2025 – Universiti Tun Hussein Onn…
The graduation glow-up: Turning your degree into your future
After years of lectures, exams, and endless cups of coffee, university life finally reaches its…
Digging deep: Growing engineering professionals from the ground up…
From climate change to artificial intelligence, clean energy to social equity, engineers and engineering technologists…
UTHM strengthens global partnership with KOREATECH through student mobility programme
by Yeoh Li Cheng BATU PAHAT – Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) continues to…
Make the spread and fill the gap: A lesson on particle size distribution analysis of soils
In today’s rapidly evolving world, engineering education must go beyond technical skills to nurture professionals…
3 UTHM scholars among the World’s Top 2% Scientists
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) marked the international visibility via 3 scholars who have…
Sign Language: The universal bridge Malaysia is finally embracing
September 23 marks the International Day of Sign Languages, a day declared by the United…
Pitter patter, rising water: The story behind recent flash floods in Penang
It is all started with a heavy rain from 2:40 am on 15 September that…
UTHM contributed to Johor Smart City Forum 2025
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) via Educity International College (EIC) a spin-off company fully…
Darkened skies, even darker tragedies on the grounds in Sabah
In the early weeks of September 2025, the Malaysian state of Sabah witnessed one of…
UTHM student represents Malaysia to APLS 2025
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) is honoured by the achievement of Nur Zawawi Nurzaidi…
The quiet struggles of parenting in malaysia: When love meets life’s harsh realities
Parenting is often celebrated through the lens of joyous milestones, a child’s first steps, the…
Shaken, and the basic lessons learned based on the recent earthquake in Segamat, Johor
On the morning of 24 August 2025, just days before Malaysia’s 68th Merdeka Day, residents…
UTHM garnered main awards at DICE 3.0
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) continues to outscore more awards in Digital Innovation Creativeprenure…
UTHM-ULB for strategic collaboration in multi-divisional domain
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) and Universitas Labuhanbatu (ULB), Indonesia is set to collaborate…
Urban Renewal Bill 2025: Balancing public interest and private property rights
The Malaysian government has proposed Urban Renewal Bill is generating significant public debate, as to…
UTHM clinched Malaysia’s Best TVET University Award in transportation technology
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) has once again awarded the Malaysia’s Best TVET University…
How Inflated Authorship Erodes Trust and Integrity in Malaysian Academia
In academia, publications are more than scholarly contributions — they are the currency of success.…
ASEAN Law Forum 2025 : Strengthens ESG dispute resolution for sustainable governance
In recent significant event, the ASEAN Law Forum 2025 has pinpointed environmental, social, and governance…
Does speaking English make you less patriotic?
On the morning of Merdeka day celebration, a mother and her teenage daughter stood among…
Merdeka @ 68: Still fabulous, still fighting, still hungry for nasi lemak
If Malaysia were a person, 68 would be the age to start telling younger folks…
Bullying in schools: Where did we go wrong?
It begins quietly, a snide comment in the classroom, a shove in the corridor, a…
UTHM won 15 international awards in ESTE2025
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) has managed to clinch 15 international level innovation awards…
“A drop in the ocean”: A lecturer’s call for mindful water use
“A drop in the ocean” may be what many of us say when we see…
Fostering Global Exposure: UTHM students at UGM’s International Summer Course on sustainable fisheries and marine biodiversity conservation
by Ts. Gs. Dr. Kamarul Rahim Kamarudin PAGOH – Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)…
Do Re Mi friendship: A Malaysian story of unity in diversity
“buruh, nelayan, dan juga petani… gaya hidup kini dah berubah.” These familiar lyrics from Keranamu…
Navigating toxic friendships on International Friendship Day
Every year on 30 July, the world comes together to celebrate the International Day of…
UTHM-OISCA joining hands for Malaysia-Japan strategic networking
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) with The Organisation for Industrial, Spiritual and Cultural Advancement…
Threads of the heart: Celebrating the International Day of Friendship
In a world often divided by borders, beliefs, and differences, there is one language that…
How to spot real and fake friends: Trust is the Litmus Test
It has become increasingly difficult to identify our true friends in an era where friendships…
A bold new chapter: UTHM-UNESCO chair leads with four transformative drivers of change
BATU PAHAT, 26 July 2025 – From global recognition to driving transformation, Universiti Tun Hussein…
UTHM is the UNESCO chair for TVET educator competence and transversal skills
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) once again championing the TVET education through UNESCO Chair…
The impact of digital literacy on English language learning
As the world continues to advance into the digital age, the integration of technology into…
When school hurts
When Warnings Go Unheard A teenager recently lost her life after falling from a dormitory…
The art of gracefully handling likers and haters in the age of social media
In the glittering digital world where everyone has a voice and a platform, social media…
UTHM welcomes global cultures through ‘Culture & City Vibes’ Exchange Programme 2025
By Yeoh Li Cheng BATU PAHAT, 6 July 2025 – Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia…
UTHM gets the new Vice Chancellor
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) has officially welcomed the new Vice Chancellor; Professor Dr.…
Road deaths aren’t just accidents, they’re communication failures
The recent tragic event in Malaysia, in which fifteen university students were killed in a…
UTHM-NACSA seal MoU to collaborate on cybersecurity
By Dr. Suhaila Mohd.Yasin BATU PAHAT, 1 July 2025 – Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia…
UTHM-NACSA signed up to collaborate on cybersecurity
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) and National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) have agreed to…
From classroom to career: Why Malaysian graduates struggle with English and what can be done?
English proficiency plays a crucial role in career growth and global job market competitiveness. Despite…
UTHM recognised as the “Most Responsive Organiser” at the Johor World Blood Donation Day 2025
In conjunction with the World Blood DonationDay 2025, Johor state level, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn…
Beyond passengers: Students as frontliners of bus safety
As the end of semester approaches, many university students from all over the country begin…
Johor: The home of champions redefining Malaysia’s future
Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi proclaimed Johor as the “Home of Champions” in his…
UTHM secured Best Playbot Design Award at ROBOCON 2025
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) has won the Best Playbot Design Award during the…
ROBOCON 2025 Edition landed in UTHM
The ROBOCON 2025 Competition, National Level has taken place in Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia…
UTHM strengthens digital connectivity across campuses through strategic collaboration with MCMC and EDOTCO
By Ts. Mohd Zairil Zainal BATU PAHAT, 23 May 2025 – UTHM Students, staff and…
The dark side of AI in universities: Are we celebrating cheating?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become the shiny new tool in today’s classrooms. From helping university…
Why cultural diversity is the missing piece in sustainable development
Each year on May 21st, the world observes the World Day for Cultural Diversity for…
AI and the rise of Asia’s digital trade: How technology is shaping the future of global commerce
A new era of trade in Asia Trade in Asia has come a long way…
UTHM hosted DOTS’25
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) took the spot as a host to organise Digital…
UTHM weaving collaboration with aviation industry giants, bridging academic gap
In conjunction with Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2025, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn…
A steaming cup of harmony: Celebrating International Tea Day
Every year on May 21st, the world pauses for a quiet, fragrant moment to honour…
Malaysia’s diversity is a gift, but it needs courage to protect it
The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, celebrated every May 21, invites…
UTHM-ATSC develop new generation of integrated debrief system for Su-30MKM
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) in collaboration with Aerospace Technology Systems Corporation (ATSC) has…
When success becomes silent: Why celebrating achievement matters?
The announcement of the SPM 2024 results should have been a day of joy, relief,…
Understanding the diversity in intercultural communication of microcultures inside a single community
Many people’s first thoughts upon hearing the term “intercultural communication” are of conversations that span…
Teachers as drivers of education reform: Their greatest reward is us
Recently, I came across a reflective post by a teacher on a widely used social…
Three Alumni exemplify UTHM global academic excellence
Three alumni of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) are the recent living proofs of…
