Johor government conducts study on manpower rationalisation plan
State Unity and Human Resource Committee chairman R. Vidyananthan said the plan would reduce the dependence on foreign workers and would provide more jobs to the local population.
Thu May 25 2017
Use technology to reduce dependence on foreign workers - MBAM
Industry players in the construction and handicraft sectors are recommended to optimise the use of the technology to reduce dependence on foreign workers.
Sun Sep 25 2016
PM calls for less dependence on foreign workers
He cites the implementation of Industrialised Building System in the construction industry which has been proven to increase productivity.
Wed Jun 22 2016
Come up with alternatives to reduce dependence on foreign workers - Azalina
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the government had no choice but to make the proposal as the locals were neither keen nor willing to work in the sectors
Tue Feb 16 2016
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024