International Islamic University Malaysia terminates professor over controversial historical claims
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The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) terminated former linguistics professor Solehah Yaacob on April 27, citing her viral claims about ancient Malay civilization. The claims, which included assertions that Malays could fly and taught flying kung fu to the Chinese, drew ridicule from historians and prompted the university to officially distance itself from her. IIUM stated that Solehah is barred from using any official titles or associations with the institution to uphold the university's academic integrity.
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Solehah Yaacob has challenged her termination before Malaysia’s Industrial Court, alleging unprofessionalism by the university. The outcome of these legal proceedings will determine the finality of her separation from the institution and the potential for further public disputes regarding her academic status.
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