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National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi has decided to stay in Malaysia following his graduation from Auburn University, prioritizing family time and intensive training with a combined coaching setup.
The Penang Future Foundation has distributed approximately RM47.7 million across 863 scholarships since its establishment in 2015, with applications now open for 2026 awards in STEM, accountancy and finance.
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A MARA-sponsored student who memorised the Quran attributes his strong academic performance at Michigan State University to the discipline and mental rigour developed through tahfiz education, earning multiple university recognitions.