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‘Caring Budget’: Ramanan says minimum wage increase, gig worker aid translate into better lives for Malaysians

Human Resources Ministry to focus on delivering promised benefits and equipping the workforce for technological change

Balanced use of AI, gig economy and e-commerce needed to prevent social problems: Fahmi

Communications Minister says innovation must be matched with regulation and workforce planning to protect workers and prevent wider social problems

The real Impact of digital banks is measured in the pockets of the Rakyat – Hildah Hamzah

GXBank deputy CEO Hildah Hamzah says the real impact of digital banks is reflected in everyday Malaysians like gig workers and low-income earners, as inclusion efforts move from access to meaningful financial empowerment

Kesuma’s 100-day labour reforms win Malay Chamber of Commerce support

Group hails swift government action on worker welfare and calls for expanded protections

HR Ministry enforces Gig Workers Act 2025 to protect local workforce

New legislation offers legal safeguards, financial security, and streamlined dispute resolution for Malaysia’s gig workforce

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Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders

Malaysia Airlines, SIA join rush to cancel Middle East flights as Iran-US-Israel strikes escalate

More countries announce airspace closures as carriers suspend flights on Feb 28 and March 1, passengers reminded to check for updates on subsequent flights

RM460m budget boost to power RTG, para-athletes, and regional games prep: KBS

With RM460 million secured for national sports development and RM240 million earmarked for the 2027 SEA Games, KBS sets its sights on building a comprehensive, sustainable sporting ecosystem