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Workers welcome post-maternity leave allowance, say it eases burden on new mothers
 KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The introduction of the Post-Maternity Leave Allowance, announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, reflects the government’s concern for working mothers in addressing the […]
From Bedrock to Johor: Sultan Ibrahim meets grandson of ‘Flintstones’ co‑creator
JOHOR BAHRU, May 1 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today received a visit from Dave Williams, the grandson of William Hanna, co-creator of The Flintstones, The Jetsons […]
Food security drive gains RM559.85m boost as Hajiji ties Kaamatan spirit to harvest resilience
PAPAR, May 1 — The Sabah state government has allocated a total of RM559.85 million to the state’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry (MAFFI) this year to improve […]
Negeri Sembilan Umno wings push back, call state’s Balai Undang Luak directive unfair and heavy‑handed
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The Negeri Sembilan Umno Wanita, Youth and Puteri wings have expressed concern over the relocation of staff from the Balai Undang Luak Sungei Ujong and […]
Anwar says no more waiting, workers’ initiatives must hit ministers’ desks in two weeks
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has given all relevant agencies a two-week deadline to submit reports on the implementation of each workers’ initiative announced […]
Penang picked for Indian Ocean maritime heritage Unesco bid involving 17 countries
 GEORGE TOWN, May 1 — Penang has been selected to participate in the Indian government’s initiative for a transnational Indian Ocean maritime Unesco listing. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow […]
Chow Kon Yeow announces late fee exemptions as Penang land tax review sparks over 10,000 appeals
GEORGE TOWN, May 1 — The Penang State Government has extended the appeal period for cases arising from the implementation of the new quit rent (land tax) review until May […]
Fuel subsidies keep lid on transport costs, but Tengku Zafrul warns supply crunch will test households
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The impact of the global supply crisis on the cost of living is expected to begin to be felt by Malaysians within one to two […]
Anwar pushes for fairer wages, telling corporate Malaysia to match profits with compassion for workers
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on employers to be more considerate and compassionate in ensuring the welfare of workers continues to be […]
Average formal sector wage rises to RM3,167 in December 2025, says DOSM
 KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The average monthly wage for formal employees rose to RM3,167 in December 2025, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia’s Q4 statistics on employee […]