[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The government has been urged to reinstate the Parliamentary Services Act 1963 that was repealed in 1992 in an effort to enhance autonomy.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
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024