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Thousands fired in US government as Trump, Musk purge federal workers

Thousands fired in US government as Trump, Musk purge federal workers

Termination emails have been sent in the past 48 hours to workers across the government, mostly recently hired employees still on probation.
Fri Feb 14 2025
Royal address, Trump's policy topics of focus at Dewan Rakyat this week

Royal address, Trump's policy topics of focus at Dewan Rakyat this week

Sultan Ibrahim urge the government to firmly curb slander and online incitement on social media to prevent division.
Fri Feb 07 2025
AWANI Tonight: DeepSeek poses no threat to data centres in M'sia

AWANI Tonight: DeepSeek poses no threat to data centres in M'sia

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo states that Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is not a threat to Malaysia's data centre growth, as the government evaluates its energy consumption impact and potential benefits.
Tue Feb 04 2025
50 per cent toll discount to be implemented during all festive seasons this year - Nanta

50 per cent toll discount to be implemented during all festive seasons this year - Nanta

Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi says this measure would reduce the costs borne by the government in compensating highway concessionaires.
Tue Feb 04 2025
AWANI Tonight: Govt proposes 2% contribution for foreign workers

AWANI Tonight: Govt proposes 2% contribution for foreign workers

The government has proposed a mandatory 2% EPF contribution for foreign workers - lower than the initial 12% - avoid burdening employers, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Mon Feb 03 2025
India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens

India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens

The government has decided that a judicial inquiry of the incident will be done, says Uttar Pradesh state Chief Minister.
Thu Jan 30 2025
AWANI Tonight: AIFA: Govt launches AI chatbot to combat fake news

AWANI Tonight: AIFA: Govt launches AI chatbot to combat fake news

The government has launched an AI chatbot called the Artificial Intelligence Fact-Check Assistant (AIFA) to combat fake news and help users verify information online.
Tue Jan 28 2025
CIJ’s response in relation to the deployment of AIFA the chatbot

CIJ’s response in relation to the deployment of AIFA the chatbot

CIJ urges the government to ensure clear human oversight in chatbot deployment.
Tue Jan 28 2025
Malaysia cannot rely on outdated legislation to face emerging challenges - PM

Malaysia cannot rely on outdated legislation to face emerging challenges - PM

The PM highlights the government's commitment to keeping legislation aligned with global developments.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: No more free toll during festive seasons

AWANI Tonight: No more free toll during festive seasons

The government will no longer offer toll exemptions for festive seasons, including for the upcoming Chinese New Year, opting for a more targeted approach.
Tue Jan 21 2025
US AI chip export restrictions will not impact Malaysia's existing data centres - Liew

US AI chip export restrictions will not impact Malaysia's existing data centres - Liew

Liew Chin Tong says the government will adopt a wait-and-see approach to assess the potential impact on future arrangements.
Thu Jan 16 2025
Indonesia to push social media protections ahead of age-limit law

Indonesia to push social media protections ahead of age-limit law

The government will carve out a law to set a minimum age for users of the platforms, says a senior communications ministry official.
Wed Jan 15 2025
China mulls potential sale of TikTok US to Musk, Bloomberg News reports

China mulls potential sale of TikTok US to Musk, Bloomberg News reports

TikTok says the government's stake "has no bearing on ByteDance's global operations outside of China, including TikTok."
Tue Jan 14 2025
Thailand's cabinet approves draft law to legalise casinos and gambling

Thailand's cabinet approves draft law to legalise casinos and gambling

The government's plan would allow gambling in large entertainment complexes, with the law set for parliamentary deliberation.
Mon Jan 13 2025
Early school aid of RM150 to be disbursed from Jan 13 - Education Ministry

Early school aid of RM150 to be disbursed from Jan 13 - Education Ministry

The government allocates RM791.25 million for a one-off RM150 Early Schooling Aid payment, benefiting over 5.2 million students.
Fri Jan 10 2025
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire

Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire

According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18

Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18

Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump

Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump

Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan

Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan

Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024

Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024

According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security

Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security

Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter

UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter

Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?

How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?

The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025