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PDRM eases recruitment criteria for non-Bumiputera applicants

Deputy Home Minister Shamsul Anuar Nasarah announces relaxed physical and academic requirements to promote diversity in the police force

Non-Bumiputera in UiTM: assess demand for doctors interested in training as cardiothoracic surgeons first, says Annuar

Sarawak deputy education minister underscores rigorous training required for cardiothoracic surgeons and limited number of doctors opting for this specialisation

Non-Bumiputera in UiTM: no violation of Federal Constitution, says lawyers’ group

Lawyers for Liberty clarifies that allowing non-Bumiputera enrolment aligns with Article 153 of constitution, emphasising Agong's responsibility to safeguard all communities

UiTM admission policy permanent: vice-chancellor reaffirms commitment to Bumiputera-only

He confirms no change in admission policy despite Malaysian Medical Association's appeal amid specialist shortage

Defence minister calls on more non-Bumis to join armed forces

Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said that despite various efforts to encourage the group’s participation in the MAF, the number of non-Bumiputera personnel remains low, at around 3%. 

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period