![The hidden toll: Exploring the mental health struggles of contemporary parents The hidden toll: Exploring the mental health struggles of contemporary parents](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/81698303672_ParentsHandKids.jpg)
The hidden toll: Exploring the mental health struggles of contemporary parents
Rising cost of living with stagnant wages and economic uncertainty in Malaysia, has significantly pressured parents in providing for family.
Thu May 02 2024
![Unscrupulous employers still not complying with minimum wage order - MTUC Unscrupulous employers still not complying with minimum wage order - MTUC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71714531100_MohdEffendyAbdulG.jpg)
Unscrupulous employers still not complying with minimum wage order - MTUC
A recent report showed 10 percent of formal workers receiving wages below the minimum rate of RM1,500 per month.
Wed May 01 2024
![Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/41670713152_SyedHussainSyedHu.jpg)
Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF
Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said higher wages based on increase of productivity among workers will lure more investors to the country.
Fri Jan 12 2024
![Employers not allowed to pay salaries in cash without approval - Sivakumar Employers not allowed to pay salaries in cash without approval - Sivakumar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61700049398_VSivakumarOpsBer.jpg)
Employers not allowed to pay salaries in cash without approval - Sivakumar
V.Sivakumar said employers who do not pay wages through a bank account are committing an offence punishable by a fine of up to RM50,000.
Wed Nov 15 2023
![Belum boleh laksana e-Wages, perlu diperhalusi, dibincang lagi - Mustapha Belum boleh laksana e-Wages, perlu diperhalusi, dibincang lagi - Mustapha](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/71696912778_MustaphaSakmud.jpg)
Belum boleh laksana e-Wages, perlu diperhalusi, dibincang lagi - Mustapha
Kementerian juga memerlukan masa untuk membuat penelitian dan perbincangan lanjut dengan pihak berkaitan, termasuk Bank Negara Malaysia.
Tue Oct 10 2023
![NIMP 2030 to improve lives with meaningful wages, wealth-sharing - PM NIMP 2030 to improve lives with meaningful wages, wealth-sharing - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41693548139_NIMP.jpg)
NIMP 2030 to improve lives with meaningful wages, wealth-sharing - PM
The prime minister said this includes employment with meaningful wages and wealth-sharing to build a more equitable and prosperous society.
Fri Sep 01 2023
![Don't use minimum wage as benchmark for starting pay of fresh grads - Rafizi Don't use minimum wage as benchmark for starting pay of fresh grads - Rafizi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/81691138402_RafiziRamli.jpg)
Don't use minimum wage as benchmark for starting pay of fresh grads - Rafizi
The minimum wage is for unskilled workers, not skilled workers, said Economy Ministry Rafizi Ramli.
Fri Aug 04 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model [COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/71624746038_WangRinggit.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model
In the M'sian context, raising wages in a low-wage economy is undeniably crucial to uplift living standards and reducing income inequality.
Tue Jul 25 2023
It's About YOUth: Can wages keep pace with the soaring cost of living?
The plight of today's youth becomes increasingly challenging as they navigate the delicate balance between their wages and the soaring cost of living. We delve into the heart of this matter with Research Director at Bait al-Amanah, Benedict Weerasena and Product Manager at Cult Creative, Rifqi Faisal. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri Jun 16 2023
![Wages: Teachers among those to be given priority if country's revenue increases - PM Wages: Teachers among those to be given priority if country's revenue increases - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81684232394_PMAnwarIbrahimk.jpg)
Wages: Teachers among those to be given priority if country's revenue increases - PM
Teachers are among the groups of civil servants who will be given priority to receive increases in allowances and salaries if the country's revenue continues to improve, said PM
Tue May 16 2023
![TMJ 'invites' MACC to inspect JDT club finances TMJ 'invites' MACC to inspect JDT club finances](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663793583_TunkuMahkotaJohor.jpg)
TMJ 'invites' MACC to inspect JDT club finances
JDT Club owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim made the invitation following the allegation on Twitter that JDT players' wages were paid by contractors.
Fri Apr 07 2023
![Thousands of teachers take to Lisbon streets to demand higher wages Thousands of teachers take to Lisbon streets to demand higher wages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61673745696_LISBON.jpg)
Thousands of teachers take to Lisbon streets to demand higher wages
Protesters urged Education Minister to step down, as they say current wages are too low, particularly given the cost of living crisis.
Sun Jan 15 2023
![Workers can take replacement for public holiday on Monday Workers can take replacement for public holiday on Monday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61669369486_MALAYSIA.jpg)
Workers can take replacement for public holiday on Monday
Those required to work on Monday without a replacement rest day should be paid wages based on the rate for a public holiday.
Fri Nov 25 2022
![GE15: Nearly 1 mln young voters in Sabah likely to pick people-friendly candidates GE15: Nearly 1 mln young voters in Sabah likely to pick people-friendly candidates](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/81668679086_PRNJohorSokongan.jpg)
GE15: Nearly 1 mln young voters in Sabah likely to pick people-friendly candidates
Young voters are more inclined to vote for candidates who are also capable of finding solutions to problems of low wages and cost of living.
Thu Nov 17 2022
![Paris commuters hit by travel disruption as metro workers strike Paris commuters hit by travel disruption as metro workers strike](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41668154002_FRANCE.jpg)
Paris commuters hit by travel disruption as metro workers strike
The CGT had called on workers nationwide to walk off the job in a push for higher wages at time of record inflation.
Fri Nov 11 2022