In Malaysia, the audience group of technical vocational education and training (TVET) programs has been expanding. According to official data, the employment rate of TVET graduates has remained at an extremely high level. In recent years, the demand for skilled talents in various industries has been increasing. Therefore, at present, traditional universities are no longer the only choice for students. Vocational education, in response to the needs of various industries, has b

In Subang Jaya, as late as 10pm, students can still be spotted entering the lobby of Sunway Geo looking for accommodation. With the start of a new semester, the demand for accommodation around Taylor's University has also increased, and rent has become more expensive and a burden on the finances of students. Students searching for accommodation near Taylor’s University at night. Source: Photo taken by the author. Students continue to choo

Ideally, our homes and university campuses should be sanctuaries. But with increasing urbanization rapidly encroaching on the swamp and secondary forests that the reclusive reticulated python (Ular Sawa Batik) call home, with recent rains greater than the previous year thus far this August and more to come, where can these claustrophobic creatures go when there is nowhere else to get to? Yes, firstly, into the most interconnected labyrinth (albeit underground) of drains dee

In an effort to ease people's economic burdens, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made the announcement to keep the price of RON95 gasoline unchanged at RM2.05 per litre, in a formal address to the nation via national television. The policy stability has successfully dispelled the fears of the public regarding future fuel price increase and has definitely brought relief to the common man in the country. This announcement coincided with international crude oil prices, wh

For four exhilarating days, from April 27th - 30th, Taylor's University was transformed during CNS Fest, the university's Ultimate Clubs and Societies Festival, into a dynamic place of music, creativity and student activity. Throughout the four days of the festival, students gathered together at colourful booths; were entertained by interactive games; enjoyed live performances; and participated at a variety of activity stations set up all across campus. Clubs and societies f