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Alcaraz ousts Djokovic to reach US Open final

Alcaraz ousts Djokovic to reach US Open final

NEW YORK: Carlos Alcaraz overpowered Novak Djokovic in straight sets to book his place in the US Open final on…
Galaxy Z Flip7 brings back pocket-sized phones without compromise

Galaxy Z Flip7 brings back pocket-sized phones without compromise

This post is brought to you by Samsung. Remember when mobile phones used to be much more pocketable? Modern smartphones…
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Grab CEO extends support in Indonesia following driver casualties amid protests

PETALING JAYA, Sept 2 — Just hours after attending the National Day celebrations in Putrajaya on Sunday, Grab CEO Anthony…
Local councils steadily losing power

Local councils steadily losing power

Local councils — the third tier of governance and the one closest to the people — appear to be steadily…
Some politicians will even racialise mental health episode

Some politicians will even racialise mental health episode

YOURSAY | ‘After 68 years of Merdeka, we still stoop to such low levels.’Perak sultan case: Post on woman's race…
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Solidarity in a meal: Malaysians send food to Indonesians amid unrest

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 — The act of kindness shown by Malaysians who stepped forward to extend a helping hand…
Indonesian netizens hail Malaysians' act of kindness through food delivery orders

Indonesian netizens hail Malaysians' act of kindness through food delivery orders

KUALA LUMPUR: The act of kindness shown by Malaysians who stepped forward to extend a helping hand to Indonesians through…
'Indonesia sedih, Malaysia ikut sedih'

‘Indonesia sedih, Malaysia ikut sedih’

Tindakan rakyat Malaysia yang tampil menghulurkan bantuan kepada rakyat Indonesia menerusi pesanan makanan dalam talian mendapat pujian dan penghargaan daripada…
Immigration busts migrant-smuggling gang with nine arrests

Immigration busts migrant-smuggling gang with nine arrests

KUALA LUMPUR: A migrant-smuggling syndicate has been crippled with the arrests of two locals and seven Indonesians, aged 26 to…
Seeking more power, Trump uses firings to test presidential limits

Seeking more power, Trump uses firings to test presidential limits

UNITED States President Donald Trump is pushing for more control over everything the federal government and its agencies do, and…
Grab Malaysia Joins National Day Parade With 100-member Contingent Showcasing Unity

Grab Malaysia Joins National Day Parade With 100-member Contingent Showcasing Unity

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- Continuing last year’s tradition, Grab Malaysia will proudly celebrate the spirit of unity with a…
Analysis-Seeking more power, Trump uses firings to test presidential limits

Analysis-Seeking more power, Trump uses firings to test presidential limits

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing for more control over everything the federal government and its agencies do,…
RCI needed on Petronas’s use of Sarawak profits, says senator

Why focus on Sarawak in Petronas RCI?

From Robert Lau I welcome Zaid Ibrahim’s support for a royal commission of inquiry into how Petronas’s wealth has been…
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Parliament passes landmark Gig Workers Bill, extending long-overdue protections to 1.2 million Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 — A long-awaited and much-needed law — the Gig Workers Bill 2025 — was approved by…
Grab's 'Keranamu Malaysia' Music Video, Honors The People Behind Digital Economy

Grab’s ‘Keranamu Malaysia’ Music Video, Honors The People Behind Digital Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Grab Malaysia has launched a patriotic music video titled “Keranamu Malaysia" in conjunction with National Day,…
Ex-Fed chief says Trump’s bid to oust US governor Cook ‘dangerous’

Ex-Fed chief says Trump’s bid to oust US governor Cook ‘dangerous’

Janet Yellen, who also served as treasury secretary under Joe Biden, argued the move was a direct attempt to politicise…
Trump administration takes control of Washington rail hub

Trump administration takes control of Washington rail hub

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration said Wednesday it will exert more control over Washington by taking over management of Union Station,…
MPs ‘traitors’ if they reject Gig Workers Bill, says group

MPs ‘traitors’ if they reject Gig Workers Bill, says group

Human resources minister Steven Sim receiving a memorandum from TPAD president M Nathan outside Parliament today. KUALA LUMPUR: The Land…
'MP tolak RUU Pekerja Gig layak digelar pengkhianat '

‘MP tolak RUU Pekerja Gig layak digelar pengkhianat ‘

PARLIMEN l Persatuan Transformasi Pengangkutan Awam Darat (TPAD) menggesa seluruh ahli parlimen supaya menyokong dan meluluskan Rang Undang-undang Pekerja Gig.Presiden…
PolicyStreet Merdeka Flash Sales offer free RM200 TNG eWallet credits

PolicyStreet Merdeka Flash Sales offer free RM200 TNG eWallet credits

Local insurtech outfit, PolicyStreet, is back with yet another free Touch ‘n Go (TNG) eWallet credit offer. Conducted in conjunction…
Volvo EX90 Malaysia Review: A Flagship Family EV That Feels Unfinished

Volvo EX90 Malaysia Review: A Flagship Family EV That Feels Unfinished

The Volvo EX90 is the Swedish brand’s latest and greatest SUV offering, serving as the electric equivalent of the popular…
Allianz Malaysia urges rider safety amid rising road fatalities

Allianz Malaysia urges rider safety amid rising road fatalities

"RIDERS are not just statistics. They are breadwinners. They are fathers, mothers, sons and daughters," said Allianz Malaysia Bhd chief…
RUU Pekerja Gig akan jadi 'kubur' pekerja e-hailing, kata persatuan

RUU Pekerja Gig akan jadi ‘kubur’ pekerja e-hailing, kata persatuan

Rang Undang-undang Pekerja Gig 2025 adalah perundangan tergesa-gesa yang, jika diluluskan, akan menjadi kubur pekerja e-hailing dan p-hailing, kata enam…
Gig Workers Bill hailed as breakthrough, but critics warn of pitfalls

Gig Workers Bill hailed as breakthrough, but critics warn of pitfalls

KUALA LUMPUR: The Gig Workers Bill, tabled for its first reading in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday, is expected to evolve…
Gig Workers Bill: Think tank warns of higher cost

Gig Workers Bill: Think tank warns of higher cost

KUALA LUMPUR: A think tank has warned that the proposed Gig Workers Bill, which has been delayed three times, could…
Grab Malaysia harap RUU pekerja gig seimbang, fleksibel

Grab Malaysia harap RUU pekerja gig seimbang, fleksibel

KUALA LUMPUR: Grab Malaysia berharap Rang Undang-Undang (RUU) Pekerja Gig digubal dengan peraturan yang sesuai dan mencerminkan realiti pekerjaan gig,…
Gig Workers Bill must serve long-term interests of all, says Grab

Gig Workers Bill must serve long-term interests of all, says Grab

Grab Malaysia said over-regulation could stifle innovation, disrupt operations, and reduce gig opportunities, especially for smaller players. PETALING JAYA: Grab…
Grab on getting gig economy rules right

Grab on getting gig economy rules right

KUALA LUMPUR: Grab in Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to working with stakeholders to ensure regulations governing the gig economy…