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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 […]
HKL says ‘war zone’ viral claim due to ongoing emergency department upgrade works
KUALA LUMPUR — Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) has clarified that images circulating on social media depicting its Emergency and Trauma Department as a “war zone” since Wednesday are due […]
JPJ denies viral claims of free driving licence offer, warns public of fake ads
PUTRAJAYA, May 1 — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has denied claims circulating on social media, including Threads, alleging that free driving licences are being offered. In a statement, […]
Anwar announces RM710m PACE package to strengthen jobs and human capital development
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced the Progressive Acceleration for Capability and Employment (PACE) Economic Resilience Package, valued at more than RM710 million, as part […]
Global economic conditions more challenging now than in February, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The government will continue to take the necessary measures in facing global economic uncertainty, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said the global […]
Zambry: Education gaps start early, calls for holistic overhaul of Bumiputera education system
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir said educational gaps begin long before students enter university, calling for a holistic overhaul of Bumiputera education. […]
Tourism minister urges critics to stop politicising Rain Rave festival, says it boosts economy and supports traders
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing is calling on all parties to stop politicising the Rain Rave Water Music Festival […]
Storm damages over 30 homes and premises in Kepala Batas, no casualties reported
KEPALA BATAS, April 30 — More than 30 homes and business premises around Kepala Batas were reported damaged following a storm and strong winds this evening. Penang Fire and Rescue […]
