Archive for June 16th, 2008

Study Aid for Anak Selangor Students

Zul • June 16th, 2008 • All Things Malaysia

Beginning July 1 2008, qualified Selangor-born students can apply for tertiary education and study aid amounting to RM1,000 cash from the state government.
The financial assistance will be available to up to 8,500 students who are currently pursuing degree and diploma courses in various tertiary institutions.
The implementation is part of the new Selangor government’s move in [...]



10 Top Medical Schools in UK 2008/2009

Zul • June 16th, 2008 • Featured Articles

Currently, there are more than 30 medical schools in the United Kingdom (UK) recognized by the national medical authorities. Generally, the entry to medical institutions in Britain is rather competitive, mainly due to the country’s reputation to be providing best-in-class teaching and research facilities.
Most of the schools offering courses in medicine provides courses that last [...]



Cuepacs wants COLA Allowance Review

Zul • June 16th, 2008 • All Things Malaysia

Following the recent price hikes of the petrol and consumer goods, Cuepacs (Kongres Kesatuan Pekerja Pekerja Dalam Perkhidmatan Awam), one of the most proactive employee unions in Malaysia, has requested the government to consider reviewing the COLA allowance (Elaun Kos Sara Hidup) for the second time in a space of a year.
Cuepacs President, Omar osman [...]



Kedai Makan RM2 Ringgit

Zul • June 16th, 2008 • Going entrepreneur

When every other traders and business owners decided it’s time to increase the price of their goods and services in response to the recent astronomical fuel price hike, there are a handful of souls who are still committed to taking care of the welfare of public and their customers.
One of them is Khalid Ahmad, a [...]