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Malaysia Parliament

Suhakam warns Gig Workers Bill risks falling short without wider consultation

The rights body welcomes the Bill’s intent but urges Parliament to refine it through a Select Committee to ensure real protections for gig workers

Film workers’ group urges smooth passage of Gig Workers Bill 2025, warns against sabotage

With the bill set for its first reading in Parliament, Profima stresses its importance for over 1.2 million gig workers, particularly in the film and creative industries

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

RM200m World Cup rights fee puts Malaysia’s 2026 viewing at risk

Malaysia could miss live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a steep RM200 million broadcasting fee strains Astro and RTM, raising doubts over whether fans will be able to watch football’s biggest tournament

Education Ministry scraps teacher training system to lighten workload

Minister Fadhlina Sidek vows to help teachers focus on what matters most – teaching – as new curriculum changes approach