We're continuing our monthly check-ins on the employment scene in Malaysia, this time highlighting the issue of racial discrimination and how it affects job seekers and companies. First, we discuss how widespread this issue is, and its real-world effects. Then, we look into what steps and policies we can put in place to address it.

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The Johor state elections are just around the corner, and Muda will officially have 6 seats from Amanah and DAP to contest in. First, we look at what to expect from the party, in order to win those seats. Then, we look into public perceptions on high profile people joining political parties, following the new addition to Muda in the form of Dian Lee, the daughter of property tycoon Lee Kim Yew.

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Amidst the news that heritage buildings in Selangor are to be repurposed to become information centres, we look at iconic buildings and their place in our changing city landscape. First, we disscuss how heritage buildings informs our identity and personality. Then, we discuss what we want our cities to look like, and priorities in our development.

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A contractor was ordered to pay RM30,000 in recompensation for failure to complete renovation work in the agreed time period. We first look into how common these cases are with a construction dispute lawyer. Then, we hear from a contractor about their side of the story.

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The Malaysian Trades Union Congress has urged for the government to raise the minimum wage by the second quarter of the year, instead of by the end of 2022. This is in contrast to the Malaysian Employers Federation's previous statement that it is not time to implement this, in light of our current economic turmoils. First, we discuss how raising the minimum wage would make a difference to workers and employees, and why it’s important. Then, we get into what effects this might have on the economy. Finally, we look at how do our wages compare to other countries.

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The recent electricity tariff hike caused alot of consternation among the general public amidst the rising cost of living. We dive into how electricity tariffs work and how it will potentially affect businesses. After that, we look into what businesses need and what business survival mean today.

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The ongoing allegations against Dr Maszlee Malik and Syed Saddiq have prompted both to point out that it's all happening very close to the upcoming Johor state election. First, we look into the claims that these are intimidation tactics. Then, we explore why it’s important for elected representatives to be transparent and declare their assets. Finally, we discuss how social media factors into all of this.

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The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is planning to suspend or revoke the permits of driving schools, if too many of their former students are found to have commited traffic offences. First, we discuss this move, and how our drivers' education system can be improved. Then, we hear directly from a driving school owner. Finally, a new driver weighs in on their experience on the learning system.

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The government has announced plans to ban cigarettes and tobacco products to people born after 2005. First, we get into how this will impact us as a society, and whether it'll aid with smoking cessation. Then, we discuss how this will eat into our sin tax.

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News that PKR will be using their own flag instead of the Pakatan Harapan banner has raised some questions. We discuss the reasons and possible repercussion that comes out of this. Then, we look at the opposition as a whole and where MUDA factors in all this.

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