
Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill
The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

AI Revolution: Will Malaysia’s workforce sink or swim?
AI is no longer a distant concept, it is actively transforming industries, reshaping job markets, and redefining the skills needed.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Malaysia, Australia to set up higher education joint working group
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir the agreement was reached when he received a courtesy call from Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia.
Thu Mar 06 2025

US plans to fire 80,000 Veterans Affairs workers as part of Trump cuts, sparking backlash
The memo directed agency staff to work with tech billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to make the cuts.
Thu Mar 06 2025

Zelenskiy pledges to 'make things right' with US as minerals deal remains uncertain
My team and I stand ready to work under President Trump's strong leadership to get a peace that lasts, says Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Wed Mar 05 2025

Gig economy platforms welcome refinements to Malaysia’s Gig Workers Bill
As the definition of work evolves, the gig economy becomes increasingly vital to a thriving digital nation.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Astro Audio apologises for controversial video, suspends announcers
Astro Audio is working closely with authorities and regulators to ensure full compliance with all guidelines and requirements.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Govt implements various initiatives, strategies to improve PWD employment access
The RTW programme helps injured or ill contributors recover and return to work sooner, healthier, and safer through disability management.
Mon Mar 03 2025

Mikey Madison wins best actress Oscar for 'Anora'
Mikey Madison claims her first Academy Award, winning best actress for her role as a sex worker in the film "Anora."
Mon Mar 03 2025

'Anora' filmmaker Sean Baker wins Oscar for Best Director
"Anora" is about an exotic dancer and sex worker who has the chance of a Cinderella story when she marries the son of a Russian oligarh.
Mon Mar 03 2025

AI robots may hold key to nursing Japan's ageing population
The AI-driven humanoid robot is a prototype future "caregiver" for Japan's rapidly ageing population and shortage of age care workers.
Sun Mar 02 2025

Industry players call for refinements to Gig Workers Bill
Leading companies in Malaysias gig economy have raised concerns over the draft of the country's upcoming Gig Workers Bill, urging for refinement of key provisions before tabling it at the Parliament
Thu Feb 27 2025

Meta must face lawsuit claiming it prefers cheaper foreign workers
Judge says, three US citizens who accuse Meta of refusing to hire them though they were qualified, may pursue a proposed class action.
Wed Feb 26 2025

Clarification on the investment in Sapura Energy by MDH
Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) as the existing significant shareholder of SEB.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Floods recede in Beaufort, but residents remain wary of downstream water flow
While floods in Beaufort are receding, residents remain on alert for downstream water flow that could bring floodwaters from inland areas.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill
The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025

UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force
US President Donald Trump's tariffs on UK steel "couldn't come at a worse time," the industry has warned as the levy on US imports is introduced, reported PA Media/dpa news.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme
The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025

PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to join hands to become agents of unity and assist the MADANI Government in its efforts to unite all Malaysians
Wed Mar 12 2025

Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025
The Grant Thornton Women in Business Report reveals a concerning decline in the representation of women in senior management positions in Malaysia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1
Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers will not be allowed to use power banks or charge them throughout their flight effective April 1.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea
The cargo ship captain involved in the North Sea's deadly collision has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
Wed Mar 12 2025

No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025