Gomen
HR Ministry: Only Malaysians Can Opt Out Of Lindung 24 Hours, Foreign Workers Must Still Contribute
Local workers can still choose to opt into the scheme.
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Lifestyle
What Happens To Your EPF Savings If You Die Before Retirement? Here's What Your Family Needs To Know
Your EPF money doesn't disappear, but whether your loved ones get it quickly or face months or even years of legal hurdles depends on one thing: whether you've made a nomination.
Lifestyle
"I Was Robbed In Malaysia" —American Expat Goes On Racist Tirade After Alleged Robbery In KL
The YouTuber claimed his belongings were stolen from his accommodation before repeatedly linking the incident to Indians in Malaysia, later admitting that the suspect was a "native Malaysian".
News
Singapore To Take In 70,000 New Citizens & PRs A Year As Fewer Locals Marry And Have Kids
The Singapore government says the country "cannot give up" on boosting births, but warns that the population could shrink by the 2040s, calling it an "existential challenge".
Crime
2 Expats Told To Pay RM1.59 Million In Income Tax After KL Mini Market Owner Faked Salaries
Foreign workers have been urged to verify employment documents following the alleged salary inflation scheme.
News
Here's How Malaysia's Expat Policy Shake-Up Puts Locals First In High-Paying Jobs
Mandatory succession plans, higher expat salary floors, and a "local first" hiring requirement are designed to give Malaysian workers more opportunities to step into senior and specialised roles.
Gomen
Malaysia Doubles Minimum Salary Threshold For Expats In Order To Prioritise Local Talent
However, the new policy also imposes time limits on work passes to reduce reliance on foreign professionals.
Gomen
Government Urges Malaysians Working Abroad To Come Home, Says Jobs Are Available
TalentCorp initiatives like MyNext, MyCOL, and MYXpats aim to guide returning professionals, connect them with suitable jobs, and strengthen Malaysia's talent ecosystem.
Features
US Couple Looking To Retire Wonders If RM300,000 A Year Is Enough For A Comfortable Life In KL
The couple, aged 39, plan to move to Kuala Lumpur with their daughter under the MM2H programme.
News
"Don't Turn KL Into Next Bali" — Woman Calls Out Expats Enjoying "Cheap" Lifestyle In KL
Many agreed that the so-called "cheap" label reflects wider issues of stagnant wages and the undervaluation of local workers.
