[COLUMNIST] Are Malaysian public universities risking their autonomy?
Universities, as the backbone of our education system, should be able to set their own policies regarding teaching loads based on their unique contexts and needs.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Four-day working week 'more productive': UK study
Over 60 firms in Britain took part in the six-month experiment allowing almost 3,000 employees to work one day less per week.
Wed Feb 22 2023
Dewan Rakyat passes two bills to give electricity autonomy to Sabah
The Dewan Rakyat today passed two bills in preparation for the reassignment of autonomous power in the supply of electricity to Sabah.
Mon Oct 03 2022
Why workplace technologies must be beneficial to both employers and employees
Technology has the ability to expand our work possibilities but also to harm worker privacy, autonomy and civil liberties.
Sat Jul 02 2022
Indonesia passes contentious law to create more provinces in Papua
Critics fear the move could undermine the standing of the area's indigenous population and threaten special autonomy powers.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Sarawak Polls: PSB manifesto pledges education, socio-economic reforms and autonomy
The Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) launched its manifesto for the Sarawak State Election today, which focuses on three aspects, namely autonomy and governance, education reform and socio-economic reform.
Thu Dec 09 2021
India changes controversial land laws in disputed Kashmir
The term "being permanent resident of the state" as a criteria has been "omitted", for non-Kashmiri Indians to purchase the land.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Autonomy is the key to enhancing well-being at work says HR expert Latitia Vitaud
COVID-19 crisis has further reshaped the way we work, and for some office workers these shifts have intensified the feelings of uselessness.
Wed Oct 07 2020
Proposal to reinstate parliamentary services act
The government has been urged to reinstate the Parliamentary Services Act 1963 that was repealed in 1992 in an effort to enhance autonomy.
Wed Sep 09 2020
UK's Johnson tells EU to agree trade deal by Oct. 15 or 'move on'
Talks, which have stalled over Britain's insistence that it has full autonomy over state aid and fishing, to resume in London on Tuesday.
Mon Sep 07 2020
Full autonomy big test for Sabah UMNO in upcoming polls - Analysts
Analysts say the most important thing is to give the people an understanding of the autonomous power.
Mon Aug 31 2020
Hundreds protest in Hong Kong against proposed national security laws
China's controversial plan to directly impose national security laws has sparked concerns that it will harm the city's autonomy
Sun May 24 2020
Autonomy issue in six months once committee starts deliberations - Vui Keong
Speaking during BFMs Breakfast Grille on Tuesday, Liew said the make-up of the committee is now being finalised and awaiting appointment.
Tue Sep 18 2018
Spain gives Catalan leader eight days to drop independence
His move could deepen the confrontation between Madrid and the northeastern region but also signals a way out of Spain's biggest political crisis since a failed military coup in 1981.
Thu Oct 12 2017
Philippine leader to expedite bill for self-rule in Muslim region
It aims to turn predominantly Muslim parts of the southern island of Mindanao into an autonomous region with its own executive, legislature and fiscal powers.
Mon Jul 17 2017
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024