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Dewan Rakyat passes 2 landmark bills for enhanced worker protection

New laws introduce 24/7 employee coverage and stronger unemployment benefits to safeguard workers' well-being

24-hour social protection is a breakthrough, but only if no worker is left behind — Charles Santiago

Malaysia’s new scheme recognises that accidents don’t keep office hours, but its success depends on including migrants, gig and informal workers, and ensuring claims are fair and accessible

Perkeso rebrands four schemes under ‘Lindung’ to strengthen protection ecosystem

The new branding covers Lindung Pekerja, Lindung Kerjaya, Lindung Kendiri, and Lindung Kasih, aiming to simplify and enhance social security offerings

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Duck and cover? FashionValet bought Vivy’s 30 Maple for RM95 mil in 2018

Purchase of Duck's holding company which appears to be owned wholly by Datin Vivy Yusof and husband Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar was made same year GLICs invested RM47 mil

12 hours on the road no guarantee for liveable wages, say several food delivery riders

Long working hours and cut-throat remuneration structure have been a bane for food delivery riders recently with some considering to leave their current service platform for another – or find a new job altogether.

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