Inside Story

The topic of oil prices has been around a lot lately, as we see prices skyrocketing amidst recent world events. Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz has said that the government’s subsidies for petrol, diesel, and liquefied petroleum gas for 2022 could amount to RM28 billion if oil prices remain at this level. First, we look into our current subsidy system, and what it would look like to take a more targeted approach. Then, we look into the reasons why our fuel prices are so volatile, especially since we produce our own oils.

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Following the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the prices of goods and commodities globally have skyrocketed. First, we look into what prices we can expect to see increasing in the coming weeks and how it will affect us. Then, we look at solutions to stabilize prices.

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During the parliament session yesterday, Klang MP Charles Santiago mentioned the need to look into the 'sponge-city' concept as a long-term solution to the flooding problem. So first, we discuss the idea behind the 'sponge city' concept. And then, we explore how it might potentially look like in KL and what needs to be done to make it work.

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It's International Women's Day, and this year's theme is Break the Bias. First, we discuss what this theme means in society. Then, we get into gender biases that exist at the workplace. To close off, we talk about gender bias in parenting and how it can be addressed.

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A teenager has appealed for bail after facing charges of killing her newborn baby, and the decision for it will be announced tomorrow. First, we delve into the legalities and rights involved in all this. Then, we explore the potential psychological impact this could have on the teenager.

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As part of our monthly check-in on the employment scene, we're putting gig workers in the spotlight. First, we get updates on the gig economy and the place it holds in Malaysia’s employment landscape. And then, we look at what’s touted as a landmark amendment Bill that aims to protect the interests and welfare of gig workers.

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EPF has announced a dividend rate of 6.1% for Conventional Savings 2021, and 5.65% for Syariah Savings 2021. First, we look into what this growth indicates and what effect they’ll have on contributors’ savings. Then, we zero in on the suggestions to allow for further EPF withdrawals that was raised in Parliament this week.

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The Malaysian government has been asked to pay 62.5 billion ringgit to the descendants of the Sulu Sultan, over a historical deed. First, we talk about where this fits into the larger picture of the relationship between Malaysia and the Philippines. And then, we get into the legalities of the dispute.

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The Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill 2021, which has been in the works since 1990, went through its second reading yesterday. First, we hear from the Joint Action Group for Gender Equality on the current iteration of the bill. Then, we discuss the importance of making stakeholders a key part of the process when working on bills like these.

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A huge number of people have been evacuated to relief centres as the flood crisis worsens in Terengganu and Kelantan. We get into the situation on the ground, and the recovery efforts that are needed. Then, we revisit a previous conversation that happened on The Bigger Picture on how prepared we are for these weather disasters.

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