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Malaysia strengthens global statistical leadership at UN forum

DOSM showcases innovations in AI, Big Data, and open data initiatives at the 57th UN Statistical Commission

We never ask for personal user data from telcos under MPD initiative: MCMC

Deputy managing director explains that all mobile data is anonymised at the telco level, with no names, IC numbers or addresses ever collected or stored by the commission

Malaysia’s unemployment in December 2024 hits lowest level in nearly a decade

Labour force participation hits record 70.4% in 2024, unemployment rate drops to 3.3% as job market sees steady growth

PN’s unprecedented non-Malay candidates challenges PH’s multiracial outlook

Perikatan Nasional (PN) has drawn attention for fielding a sizable number of non-Malay candidates, challenging the common perception of its Malay-centric identity, ahead of the upcoming elections in six states where 570 candidates will vie for a total of 245 seats.

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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