Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Fri Oct 18 2024
National Wages Consultative Council will be strengthened
The govt will also incentivise hiring women returning from career breaks, offer job matching and improve care services facilities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Pope Francis, in Singapore, urges fair wages for migrant workers
Many of the migrant workers come from nearby countries such as the Philippines, Malaysia, China, Bangladesh and India.
Thu Sep 12 2024
The hidden toll: Exploring the mental health struggles of contemporary parents
Rising cost of living with stagnant wages and economic uncertainty in Malaysia, has significantly pressured parents in providing for family.
Thu May 02 2024
Unscrupulous employers still not complying with minimum wage order - MTUC
A recent report showed 10 percent of formal workers receiving wages below the minimum rate of RM1,500 per month.
Wed May 01 2024
Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF
Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said higher wages based on increase of productivity among workers will lure more investors to the country.
Fri Jan 12 2024
Employers not allowed to pay salaries in cash without approval - Sivakumar
V.Sivakumar said employers who do not pay wages through a bank account are committing an offence punishable by a fine of up to RM50,000.
Wed Nov 15 2023
NIMP 2030 to improve lives with meaningful wages, wealth-sharing - PM
The prime minister said this includes employment with meaningful wages and wealth-sharing to build a more equitable and prosperous society.
Fri Sep 01 2023
Don't use minimum wage as benchmark for starting pay of fresh grads - Rafizi
The minimum wage is for unskilled workers, not skilled workers, said Economy Ministry Rafizi Ramli.
Fri Aug 04 2023
[COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model
In the M'sian context, raising wages in a low-wage economy is undeniably crucial to uplift living standards and reducing income inequality.
Tue Jul 25 2023
It's About YOUth: Can wages keep pace with the soaring cost of living?
The plight of today's youth becomes increasingly challenging as they navigate the delicate balance between their wages and the soaring cost of living. We delve into the heart of this matter with Research Director at Bait al-Amanah, Benedict Weerasena and Product Manager at Cult Creative, Rifqi Faisal. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri Jun 16 2023
Wages: Teachers among those to be given priority if country's revenue increases - PM
Teachers are among the groups of civil servants who will be given priority to receive increases in allowances and salaries if the country's revenue continues to improve, said PM
Tue May 16 2023
TMJ 'invites' MACC to inspect JDT club finances
JDT Club owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim made the invitation following the allegation on Twitter that JDT players' wages were paid by contractors.
Fri Apr 07 2023
Thousands of teachers take to Lisbon streets to demand higher wages
Protesters urged Education Minister to step down, as they say current wages are too low, particularly given the cost of living crisis.
Sun Jan 15 2023
Workers can take replacement for public holiday on Monday
Those required to work on Monday without a replacement rest day should be paid wages based on the rate for a public holiday.
Fri Nov 25 2022
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
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024