Experts call for lifecycle approach to strengthen social protections in Malaysia
There is a need to move away from blanket subsidies and adopt a lifecycle approach to broaden social protections for Malaysians.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Consider This: Social Security — Broadening Protections for Tomorrow
Ahead of the tabling of #Belanjawan2025, how well have the social security measures from #Belanjawan2024 protected Malaysians from economic vulnerability? Have they truly delivered, or is there a need for more targeted reforms? Tonight on #ConsiderThis, Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Datuk Norma Mansor, Director of Universiti Malaya’s Social Wellbeing Research Centre, and Balqais Yusoff, Head of the Policy and Strategy Department at EPF.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Govt to expedite Syariah Judges' Remuneration Act - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said there is a need to balance between the Syariah Judicial Service Scheme and the Civil Judicial Service Scheme.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Singapore minister says future without international AI framework 'messy'
Josephine Teo says there's a need to implement specific laws to deal with deepfakes during elections.
Tue Jul 09 2024
It's About YOUth: Moving full “STEAM” ahead
As the education and job landscapes rapidly evolve, there is a need for a comprehensive education that includes both the sciences and the arts. Representatives from University of Nottingham Malaysia talk about their “STEAM” approach to build highly skilled, all-rounder students.
Fri Apr 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Time for socially innovative next-generation tourism
There is a need to embrace more sustainable tourism practices and regulations to ensure long-term viability of Malaysia's tourism sector.
Tue Jan 23 2024
Malaysia to review migrant labour deals to stamp out exploitation
The distribution of labourers was uneven across the economy, prompting a need to review the bilateral agreements, according to the ministry.
Wed Jan 17 2024
PM urges GLCs, GLICs to reduce overseas investments and focus more on domestic market
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the govt is prepared to give flexibility to GLCs and GLICs to make investments abroad if there is a need.
Tue Jan 09 2024
COP28: Nik Nazmi calls for all sectors to address biodiversity loss and climate change
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said there is also a need to address the financial aspect of biodiversity conservation.
Wed Dec 06 2023
Notepad With Ibrahim Sani: Sustainability, a needed paradigm shift
Embedding a culture of sustainability and embracing future technologies in the capital market for a holistic shift towards sustainability. Full episode tonight on #NotepadWithIbrahimSani with Tengku Zarina Tengku Chik, the Chief Executive Officer, Securities Industry Development.
Thu Aug 31 2023
Stability is needed in order to effect change - Azalina
There is a need for stability in governance so that any reforms that were prepared to be realised, can take place.
Mon Jun 12 2023
Perak govt proposes special scheme for outstanding athletes
There is a need to create a special scheme for outstanding athletes in the state, said Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad.
Fri Dec 30 2022
EC urged to decide early on postponing GE15 in flooded areas
The EC has been urged to make an early decision in case there is a need to postpone the GE15 in areas hit by floods.
Thu Nov 17 2022
Budget 2023: Bigger allocation for BPH to maintain govt quarters
There is a need for a bigger allocation for the Property Management Division (BPH) of the JPM for better management of government quarters.
Sat Oct 01 2022
Experts hope PM Ismail Sabri will call for urgent action on climate change at 77th UNGA
Jemilah said there is a need for solidarity at this time of crisis to lead the global transformation towards a new planetary economy.
Tue Sep 20 2022
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024